A Special Building!
Pros
The location is fantastic. Nestled on a little side street north of St. Nicholas Park, it is quiet and secluded. The apartments on the sunny side face the Bronx and have a beautiful view of the neighborhood (if you're high enough). Had a few maintenance items when I first moved in, but they got taken care of quickly and correctly (mostly) the first time. Great experience in a beautiful apartment with lots of space. 53 Hamilton has a nice laundry room. Entire building is rent stabilized.
Cons
The elevator is small and slow - but at least there is an elevator! The only way down to the laundry room is via the elevator, which can be a pain sometimes. There's no secure mailroom, so package theft is a big problem in this building. There isn't roof access despite there being a beautiful and expansive rooftop.
Advice to the owners
Help us find a solution to the package stealing problem. It's a big issue in this building and whether that's adding cameras, upgrading the entry intercom system, or adding a package locker in the lobby (there's space for it!) it would make getting packages a lot easier.
Mark Schraffman is one of the worst landlord in New York City
Pros
Overcharge on rent
Cons
Great neighbors, great tenant association.
Advice to the owners
Stop overcharging rent. Respond to tenants calls.
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