Expensive but ultimately a nice building with good super
Pros
- concrete walls = near impossible to hear neighbors - responsive super - good, relatively updated amenities - high ceilings
Cons
- occasional elevator troubles - pest control only once per month (not a major problem) - bathrooms ventilate poorly - sporadic heating, apartment remains pretty cold
Advice to the owners
rent too expensive, and rent increases with each lease leads to major tenant rollover
Building has character, fun place to live!
Pros
I've loved living in this building. The neighbors here are friendly, as are the super and the doorman. People seem to look out for each other here. Doorman brings packages to your door. Very well-maintained. Super / Landlord / Property management responded quickly to issues with clogged sinks, oven / stove issues, etc. The landlord even replaced the whole oven and stove unit.
Cons
This building faces the Gershwin, which means a big green light. South-facing apartments will need to put up blackout curtains in your bedrooms to sleep at night. There's also a lot of noise, but that's to be expected so close to the theater district.