great apartment in a terrible neighborhood
Pros
This is a clean, well maintained and modern building. You would be hard pressed to get better value for your money in this area. The super and staff are all very nice and the neighbors have never bothered us. There is a huge roof that can be used for events free of charge. They have a great package retrieval system (for online orders and deliveries) and are very responsive to fixing issues.
Cons
Unfortunately, this neighborhood is extremely loud and quiet dirty. W 37th st feeds directly to the Lincoln tunnel so there is a constant stream of traffic. There are many 18 wheelers that drive on this street overnight and sometimes the get in honking battles with each other. I have woken up to the sound of incessant honking at 2-3am more than 5 times. Additionally, this street is quite gross. There is always trash / used needles laying around. There is a constant stream of unhoused people since there is a safe injection clinic at the corner of the street. Additionally, there is a massive warehouse for bottles at the end of the street so they are always taking up the sidewalk for deliveries and maintenance. Living on this street feels so hectic and overwhelming. We have decided to leave this neighborhood to find a more peaceful place to live in
Advice to the owners
You guys are in a tough spot - I know you are trying your best but unfortunately this neighborhood is turning into a massive dump
High rent, poor conditions and getting worse
Pros
Despite its drawbacks, this apartment building does have a couple of silver linings. Its prime location provides residents with convenient access to various amenities and services. Additionally, the in-building superintendent stands out as a positive aspect, being both amiable and responsive to residents' needs, offering a helpful and supportive presence in the midst of other challenges.
Cons
Washer and dryer consistently broken Elevator gets stuck Packages often stolen Leaking ceilings Flies everywhere in the summer Water and power often shut off without warning Incredibly thin walls (can hear your neighbors cough) Hand over fist rent hikes each year (10%+) Poor sustainability rating from the city Pests (both roaches and mice) often in apartments and building Little to no support from building management
Advice to the owners
Either do better or stop raising the rent astronomicaly
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