What do tenants say about Avalonbay Communities, INC.?

Avalonbay Communities, INC. has an average tenant rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 197 reviews.

How many violations does Avalonbay Communities, INC. have across their portfolio?

Buildings managed by Avalonbay Communities, INC. average 0.0 open violations per unit, fewer than the citywide average of 0.81.

Would renters recommend buildings managed by Avalonbay Communities, INC.?

80% of tenants who reviewed buildings managed by Avalonbay Communities, INC. would recommend living there.

Is Avalonbay Communities, INC. responsive to tenants?

79% of tenants who reviewed a building managed by Avalonbay Communities, INC. approve of how it is run.

Is Avalonbay Communities, INC. on the worst landlords list?

Avalonbay Communities, INC. has not appeared on the NYC worst landlords list.

How many buildings does Avalonbay Communities, INC. own or manage?

Avalonbay Communities, INC. owns or manages 16 buildings totalling 4085 units.

Has Avalonbay Communities, INC. had any evictions?

Avalonbay Communities, INC. has 161 recorded evictions across their portfolio.

Has Avalonbay Communities, INC. had any litigation cases?

Avalonbay Communities, INC. has 16 housing court litigation cases across their portfolio.

Avalonbay Communities, Inc.

Corporate Owner·16 buildings·4085 units

4.3

197 reviews

Top rated owner or associate

Associated buildings are highly reviewed and rated 4+ stars by past and current renters.

Highlights

161

Evictions

Litigation cases

About Avalonbay Communities, Inc.

Avalonbay Communities, Inc. is a well-regarded and reliable corporate owner. Across their buildings, tenants rate them 4.3/5 across 197 reviews, with 80% recommending their buildings and 79% approving of them as an owner or associate. Their portfolio records 161 evictions, 39 open violations, and 16 litigation cases. Data last updated August 22, 2026. Across Hunters Point, Midtown, Downtown Brooklyn, Hell's Kitchen, Morningside Heights, West Chelsea, and the East Village in Queens, Manhattan, and Brooklyn, Avalonbay Communities, INC. is a corporate owner associated with 16 buildings and 4,085 units. The portfolio spans multiple neighborhoods across these boroughs. The buildings were constructed primarily from the late 1990s to the early 2010s, representing a modern era of development. The buildings are predominantly high-rise, accommodating a majority of rent-stabilized apartments. Prospective renters can find building-level ratings, reviews, and open-data records on the associated building pages.

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Review summary

Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on Openigloo.

Recent reviews for buildings managed by AvalonBay Communities, Inc. demonstrate a consistent excellence in management and maintenance. Tenants frequently highlight the cleanliness, responsive staff, and well-managed amenities as major advantages. The quick maintenance response time is particularly praised. However, issues such as independent concerns with elevator reliability, occasional pest problems, and rising rental costs have been noted. Renters appreciate the overall sense of community and friendly neighbors but recommend improvements in communication and maintenance of shared facilities. Overall, AvalonBay is seen as a solid choice for practical living with responsive management, despite some areas needing attention.

Reviews

Former tenant·53 seconds ago

The best in dtbk

Pros

There are so many "luxury" apartments to choose from in Downtown Brooklyn, but I believe this is the best managed apartment in the area. Maintenance, garbage room management, package handling, elevators, shared spaces, building staffs etc I literally have 0 complaint. Things are fixed within 24 hours. Jay metrotech entrance is right off the building and I don't even need to step outside to take the trains. Very useful for rainy or cold days. The small park in front of the building doesn't do much but it looks good and better than nothing

Cons

NYU is a block away, there are always too many international students hanging out in the rooftop lounge. Once you sign up for the gym you can't opt out until your lease ends. There are not many restaurants in the immediate area other than takeout places or DeKalb market hall, I need to walk 10-15 mins to other neighborhoods. I don't have a pet and I feel like I am paying extra rent for nothing because pet owners don't pay pet fees

Advice to the owners

I don't want the gym membership anymore, let me cancel...

Former tenant·58 seconds ago

The building I miss most

Pros

I lived in this building for about three years before moving. The front desk stuff was really attentive and friendly. The maintenance staff was usually very quick to respond to any issues.

Cons

Some of the amenities could use improvement, the gym was very basic

Buildings associated with AVALONBAY COMMUNITIES, INC.

Rent-stabilized

253 West 49 Street

Midtown

Top rated

214 Duffield Street

4.6(40)

Downtown Brooklyn

Rent-stabilized

509 West 51 Street

Hell's Kitchen

Top rated

525 W 28Th St

4.3(13)

West Chelsea

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Cleanliness

Trash management

Pest control

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Heat

Neighbors

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Rents and deposits

Renters received their security deposits back

Electronic rent payments

Open violations

From past 10 years · Updated 5 days ago

Average violations per unit for this owner or associate is better than the city average.

Owner averageLess than 0.01Violations per unit

NYC average0.81Violations per unit

9Class C

Immediately hazardous

Rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts

27Class B

Hazardous

Smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways

3Class A

Non-hazardous

No peephole on a door, no street number on the building, unlawful keeping of animals

0Class I

Missing info

Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings

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