Good transition apartment
Pros
The location is quite central and the apartment allows pets, even though they say they don't, and the rooftop has been seriously so stunning. The Super is the best part of the apartment, he is always around and always so cheerful and willing to help and even goes the extra mile to help you out.
Cons
The laundry on top of an expensive rent is so pricey, the neighbors inside the building aren't the most friendly and do not abide by quiet hours, the two shelters on the same block make the commute pretty dangerous and uncomfortable as well as the bar within the shelter that blasts horrible DJ sets until 4am. The landlord is never around and very hands-off.
Advice to the owners
I would try to be around more and discuss safety concerns with the other owners on this block and establish connections in order to better your tenants concerns and safety.
Good building, unfortunately: mice
Pros
Elevator, garbage chute, balconies, nice new appliances, rooftop access, prompt attention from super for most (not all) maintenance issues.
Cons
2.5 years of a mouse problem! Repeated complaints, visits from the super, finally pest control came but the mice were extremely persistent. The super's excuse was that they were coming in through the building next door, not sure how much sense that makes. Also, there are issues with package delivery and security. I had a valuable package stolen, the super had security footage of the guy, and said he hung out outside the building all day, but he said he couldn't do anything about it. The door code was never changed so people could just come in whenever and steal stuff. Also the door code not changing was an issue when a neighbor of mine had an abusive partner who she couldn't stop from entering the building because he knew the code. Other downsides: shitty windows, electric heat that costs a fortune in the winter, train noise if you don't like that sort of thing (I didn't mind).
Advice to the owners
Stop the mice, and change the door code regularly/install a virtual doorman.
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