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Lemond Smith

Joint Owner

Head Officer

Shareholder

1 Properties

3 Units

Evictions: 0
Litigation History: No
Review Summary for Lemond Smith
Summarized from anonymous rental reviews on openigloo.
Recent tenant reviews highlight buildings managed by Lemond Smith faced issues with cleanliness, pests, and invasive property management. Tenants appreciate amenities like balconies and central AC but express concerns about unannounced entries, pest infestations, and inconsistent rent payment methods. Noise levels and safety are also mentioned as drawbacks. While some appreciate the responsive owner and clean building, others report encountering rats and noise disturbances. Recommendations include improving communication with tenants, addressing pest control effectively, and enhancing common areas. Overall, improvements in property maintenance and management practices are needed for a more positive living experience.
Open Violations
Only open violations from the last 10 years.
Data last updated 7 months ago.
BUILDING AVERAGE:
3.66 violations per unit
NEW YORK CITY AVERAGE:
0.81 violation per unit
The average number of violations per unit for this owner/associates across their portfolio is worse than the city .
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Non-hazardous
4
class A
i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building, unlawful keeping of animals
MOST RECENT:
Apr 08, 2024: (a) § hmc:file annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
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Hazardous
0
class B
i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting, no lighting for stairways
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Immediately hazardous
0
class C
i.e. rodents, pest, mold, inadequate heat or hot water, defective building parts
MOST RECENT:
No violation found...
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Missing information/filings
7
class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
MOST RECENT:
Nov 22, 2023: §27-2107 adm code owner failed to file a valid registration statement with the department as required by adm code §27-2097 and is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
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All Properties Associated with Lemond Smith
Ocean Hill
618 Bainbridge Street, Brooklyn, NY 11233
3 Units 3 Floors
3.3(4)

Building Ratings

Cleanliness
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Neighbors
Noise Levels
Owner Responsiveness
Pest Control
Water Pressure

Renter Recommendations

--% of renters recommend this building

--% of renters approve of this owner

Rents and Deposits

-- of renters received their security deposits back
It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.

Reviews (4)

8 months ago
Not the best
Former Tenant
Pros:
Close to train, shops and laundromat nearby, balconies in unit, central AC
Cons:
No common spaces, issues with pests, washer/dryer in basement small/unclean, neighborhood sometimes feels unsafe

Property manager will let himself in unannounced, no respect for tenant boundaries
Over 1 year ago
Noisy neighbors, no common spaces, Invasive Ownership
Former Tenant
Pros:
Large bedrooms, very sunny. Each room has a full private bath.
Cons:
Building super will walk in to your locked apartment at any moment without notice. They are inconsistent in how rent is accepted between apartments, ours was only allowed to pay by check, despite others using Zelle/Venmo. Ticks and bugs throughout the apartment, second floor had a rat problem. Noisy street, at the corner is liquor stop. Can be loud on weekend nights
Over 1 year ago
Invasive and Non- Professional Property Manager
Former Tenant
Pros:
The apartments are generally 4 bedroom and 2 bathrooms on each floor.
They have a balcony and the first floor unit has access to a large backyard.
The landlord is easy to get into touch with.
Payments are done via Zelle, Venmo or pickup check/cash options.
Cons:
The property manager will walk in without notice into the property on a weekly basis.
Withheld Security deposit for regular repairs and will provide the deposit back once he's done spending the funds.
The property is old and infested with ants and other bugs. Had to manage infestation on our own.
The second floor has a rat/mouse problem.
Over 2 years ago
Great building trash neighborhood
Former Tenant
Pros:
Bright rooms
Big windows
Clean building
Responsive property manager
Timely trash removal
Cons:
Rat in the ceiling - not in the room though
Loud noise from outside at all hours of the day
Weird living room- no where for common space
Poor ventilation
Advice to owner:
Have the thermostat in each room.