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I am in The Epic (Fetner Properties) building in a unit behind the trash room on an upper floor.

I got the building plans and confirm behind the kitchen wall is a cavity with mechanical risers in it and it is adjacent to the trash room.

The microwave outlet in this wall measures almost 100 degrees(!) with an IR thermometer and leaks in warm air that smells. Other outlets like the hall outlet not connected to this wall are not warm like this eg the hall outlet showed 76.

I know from scope photos there is a gap between the electrical box behind the cabinet and the wall. Hal Fetner himself replied to emails and refuses to fix this.

I've had HPD and DOB inspect. DOB found a violation with the electrical outlet but all they did was install an outlet extender which has not fixed the odor issue and the temperature readings were taken after that. Hal Fetner refuses to remove the cabinet or open the back of the cabinet to fix and seal the wall gap.

Has anyone else dealt with a concealed problem like this that is hidden from HPD and DOB so inspectors can't see it? It seems landlords can hide problems like this which isn't right.

Also the right cabinet section on the right of the microwave is dirty and smells. Hal Fetner also won't open and clean it. They tried to clean it from the top but they obviously can't and failed. I forgot to upload the photos from after that attempted cleaning but they are at https://theepicnycreview.com/

Hey all - I started subletting my place in April (though this sub!) and am looking for a roommate to start the new lease with, since my current roommate is moving out of state for work. I’ve loved living here so far—the location is super convenient and I’ve had almost no issues with the apartment/building/area. I’ll be starting a 1-year lease and looking for someone interested in that term, with the possibility of re-signing assuming it works out.

About the apartment:

- Common area pictures are taken in .5x, yes it’s smaller in person! The photos of the room itself are pretty size accurate.

- Has dishwasher, central air, working video doorbell/buzzer, and small balcony

- Laundry in building, decent gym & roof access, & package room w/ key entry

- Utilities have ranged from 70-130 per person since I’ve lived here, wifi 30 per person per month

- Off Myrtle-Wyckoff, easy commute to manhattan on L/M

About me: 24F, I work full time at a marketing start up. My typical schedule is WFH mon/fri and in office tues-thurs. In my free time, I love going to movies (low cinema regular and metrograph/FLC member!), trying new coffee shops, and going to shows (lots of DIY, punk, post hardcore etc). I’m pretty chill and easygoing as a roommate—I mostly keep to myself at home, but I’m out often and not a huge homebody. I also travel usually at least one weekend a month and occasionally have friends crashing on the couch, which you would be welcome to do as well.

***On a scale of 1-10 I would say I’m between a 7 and 8 on cleanliness, looking for someone who’s the same or better! I keep the apartment generally clean always (no dishes left in the sink overnight, etc) and hire a cleaning service every once in a while.***

About YOU: ideally mid to late 20s non-man, employed full time either fully in office or hybrid. You will need to sign onto the lease so decent credit, proof of employment, etc. I have no pets, but cats are allowed (for a fee) and I would be happy to have one in the apartment! Totally down to just cohabitate or become friends if we end up vibing.

Feel free to message me with an intro to yourself & any questions! Planning to show the place this weekend and hopefully find someone/have you submit your application to the management company ASAP

Good afternoon friends:

Unfortunately, I have to move out of the city somewhat unexpectedly so I'm looking to transfer my lease for 1 BR within a two-bedroom unit that's right by the Grand St. L-train stop in Williamsburg. My bedroom goes for $2,400 (my roommate pays slightly more because his bathroom is en suite).

It's a lovely apartment. Video attached is how it was furnished by the prior tenants. It's a bit cluttered now with my moving/packing so I didn't want to film that. Obviously that'll all be cleaned up by move-in.

You'd be living with a really nice guy in his mid-20s who mainly keeps to himself and works from his Manhattan office five days a week. The two bedrooms and bathrooms are on opposite ends of the unit, so everyone has their own bathroom and maximum privacy. Because he is staying, the apartment common areas will remain mostly furnished (most of the furnishings are his), so you really only have to furnish your own room.

The apartment has an in-unit washer + dryer and a dishwasher. It is also right across the street from Whole Foods and steps away from numerous bars/restaurants/etc. on Grant St. and Metropolitan Ave. a few blocks away.

If you'd like a tour please let me know. Have to have good credit and make 40x the rent (or have a guarantor who makes 80x).

The lease transfer will be ready for an October 1 move-in date. However, I may be flexible with this date and it's possible you'll be able to move in one to two weeks earlier (I won't charge any extra rent).

Please shoot me a message telling me a little bit about yourself if you're interested!

Hi, looking for someone to take over my 1 Bed / 1 Bath lease in Fort Greene, Brooklyn at 151 South Elliott Place Apt #1A from October 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027. It is a 2 Bed / 2 Bath apartment and the current roommate is a close friend (25M).

• Rent is $2500/mo
• 1 Bed, 1 Bath
• In-unit washer-dryer
• <5 min walk to Atlantic Avenue - Barclays Center, and <10 min walk to Fulton Street station (G train)
• Items you can keep from the room if you wish include: desk, chair, lamp, bed frame, mattress, and black out curtains
• Current roommate is close friend (25M), looking for another guy around the same age that is clean and respectful
• Link to pre-recorded 1 minute video tour
• If you would like to view it in person, feel free to message me and we can set up a time. I am pretty flexible and available most times and days of the week.

Here is the listing on leasebreak.com if you would like more information and pictures of the building and amenities. (Will add that the official pictures from Streeteasy that I used for building/amenities are definitely AI generated/enhanced so can show the actual pictures / video upon request)

Brand new building - I am direct to management, I am not a broker, you can DM me for details. I have access to some units that are not on the market.

Bower Brooklyn, address is 2683 Atlantic Ave - 2 blocks from J train. At the nexus of Bushwick, Bedstuy and Cypress Hills.

Apartments have 10' ceilings, amazing views, in unit laundry and more modern high-end finishes and details.

Amenity rich building, rooftop pool, gym, lounge, work areas, spa, sauna, theater and so much more.

Hope mods are fine with post here!

One undersung part of NYC apartment living is how we all manage to make it work with so little space, so little time, and so many interests. We've got some of the world's most interesting people cramming fourteen hobbies into 500 square feet, growing families chaining their strollers to staircases (not saying a word to your landlord), and people who threw their entire life into a moving van and never fully unpacked.

I'm a home organizer and I love helping my clients figure it all out! These are some before/afters from apartments I've organized across Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.

Happy to answer any questions about decluttering, responsibly discarding items, organizing small spaces, or working with oddball architecture.

You can also follow me here or book a free consult here! 🐝

So I received this text from my roommate who’s currently away on a vacation for however long. I was issued No warning or no consultation that this was even a thing. We share a bathroom & I assume these randoms will be using our shared bathroom. Am I buggin for finding this entitled and ridiculous that these randoms will be staying in our apartment for 15 days? I don’t even know how to respond to this, normally I ignore my roommate because I don’t really get along with them, but I find this particular message worthy to respond to with my discomfort & discontent. What do you guys think?

Update:

- I objected and my roommate is still doubling down saying they will inform me of who these people are as the date comes close. (Major 🚩) the only info I got were names and I believe it’s a couple, which leads me to believe this is some sort of weird sublet scheme to supplement her portion of the rent while she’s away on vacation for weeks, as she previously mentioned.

- They insist that this length of stay isn’t a violation of our lease. While the length of stay is 26 consecutive days.. I checked the lease and it says if the landlord doesn’t have written approval of guests who are occupying the apartment that are not the tenants occupying the space, it’s null and void. I reached out to my landlord about it & he said he had no idea!

- I believe my roommate is in this thread with a burner, just sounds too convenient with the responses.

- With all this being said I appreciate all the support, I needed an outlet to discuss this because I don’t want to keep bothering my friends and family about this situation. I’ve been dealing with stress from being in this apartment for the entire time I’ve lived here. It’s been a rollercoaster of just trying to be heard and advocating for myself, through the many tribulations. I’ve been trying to ride it out until the lease ends, but this situation is so completely unsafe and uncomfortable for me & I feel as though the entitlement has been taken way too far for me to let this go.

I just moved into this building and have never seen these sleek little gadgets on the door frame. Several people on my floor have one. I’m wondering if I should get one too… but I don’t know what they do. Do you?

👋 We are three designers/artists looking for one person to join our 1400 square foot studio, just blocks away from Fort Greene Park in the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

🤯 You get access to tons of awesome things like:
- a dedicated USM desk
- ergonomic desk chair
- computer monitor
- filing cabinet
- lounge area with comfy couches and chairs
- printers
- workshop tools
- laser cutter
- coffee machine
- mini fridge
- gorgeous view

The building is super updated and amazing, with a food court (including a Russ n Daughters bagels!), coffee shop, bakery, brewery, bar, parking, security, elevators, bike stations.

800/month
Available for asap move in

Hit me up for details and to schedule a visit to meet us and see the space if you are interested! Serious inquiries only. We are open to month-to-month, or potentially longer term.

BEAUTIFUL, UNBEATABLE SUPER CONVENIENT LOCATION, INCREDIBLE VIEWS.

Discover the charm of living in a quintessential Brooklyn brownstone, complete with iconic triptych bay windows. Located in the heart of prime Sunset Park, this apartment offers an unbeatable blend of historic character, modern convenience, and community. Probably the nicest apartment, looks and convenience wise, in the Sunset Park neighborhood.

Just steps from the beautifully renovated Brooklyn Public Library, ideal for book lovers, and only 3/4 of a block from the R line subway, commuting and exploration couldn’t be easier. This is truly a "one-minute neighborhood," where everything you need is right at your fingertips.

A hidden wonder, the unicorn of apartments, this home is perfect for plant lovers, bookworms, and anyone seeking that magical combination of timeless architecture and modern accessibility. When you read a book or watch a movie about Brooklyn this is what people most likely envision.

About the space:

2 Bedrooms, 2 full Bathrooms , 1 Living Room/Dining Room area, 1 separate Kitchen area + hall closet = 5 ROOMS TOTAL

Located in a stunning pre-war red-and-white Néo-Grec brownstone on a peaceful, tree-lined street in prime Sunset Park, this apartment has been gut renovated and combines the elegance of old New York with renovated modern comfort interiors. You get the best of both worlds: the character and prestige of historic architecture with the peace of mind that comes from new plumbing and electrical systems.

2nd Floor Parlor floor through apartment (feels like only 1 floor, be in your apartment in less than 5 seconds) in a Beautiful Red and White Classic Néo-Grec Brownstone Townhouse with Tall 10 foot ceilings. A 2Br 2Bath, especially in a Brownstone, is extremely rare in the city and 2 full bathrooms are essential for roommates. If you are a couple, you can use the extra room as an office for remote work at home as well. Great for students/roommates as the bedrooms and bathrooms are at opposite ends of each other.

The high ceiling apartment has sunlight streaming through its triptych bay windows throughout the day that's great for growing plants. Extreme amount of light on both north and south sides, large insulated windows, Large living room/dining room layout with separate full kitchen area. Motion sensing hallway lights. Immaculate, pristine, and super clean hallways. Newly renovated kitchen granite countertop and marble tile. Renovated bathrooms. Both bathrooms have full baths. A closet in the hallway. New hardwood floors throughout the home. Marble tile floors and wooden floors bring a classy elegance.

Spectacular views from every window. Watch the moon rise straight from the bay windows. The front has a red October maple tree that turns fire red in fall and the backyard view is of a gazebo with grape vines on it and solar led lights that twinkle and flicker at night. The backyard window view is equally amazing. Watch exotic birds hopping and chirping around, bees buzzing, butterflies fluttering. Cats slinking on white picket fences through dappled sunlight (like Garfield or that play about cats, called Cats). Gentle breezes swaying the leaves on trees. It's like a Ghibli movie come to life. Very serene and tranquil. The window is basically ASMR. A picturesque block (literally looks like San Francisco and Brooklyn had a baby. People literally stop in their tracks to take snapshots of this building that's how beautiful it looks.

Escape the chaos of the city without ever leaving it. This apartment is a true idyllic retreat, a peaceful, picture-perfect place to live and work from home in total comfort. Lots of sunshine from north and south.

Set on one of the most picturesque blocks in Brooklyn, the street itself looks like San Francisco and Brooklyn had a baby, full of charm, elevation, and beauty. It's the kind of striking architecture that frequently has passersbys stopping to snap photos.

Nestled between two stunning waterfronts and surrounded by abundant green spaces, this apartment is a nature lover’s dream. It's only 4 blocks from the waterfront and Bush Terminal park and the billion dollar views are jaw dropping. Seriously, the pictures I’ve included truly don’t do it justice. The high definition range pictures aren’t enough to capture the true magic until you see it with your own eyes. Not only that but we’re also getting another amazing waterfront park green space that is set on a pier that is opening at the end of next year right next to the other pier that you see in the pictures.

Just steps from vibrant 5th Avenue, you’ll find a diverse mix of national retailers and charming mom-and-pop shops. You’re also just around the corner from an excellent selection of restaurants, cafes, and food markets. Also at night, there is an amazing food truck culture that happens nearby at the end of the street. The neighborhood strikes an ideal balance: high foot traffic and extremely low crime in a family‑friendly area with easy subway access, yet featuring an exceptionally quiet building on a peaceful, tree‑lined block.

You’re also within five blocks of Sunset Community Park, offering eye melting Manhattan skyline vistas. Thanks to its unusually high elevation, Sunset Park offers some of the most breathtaking views in the city including a direct line to the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and World Trade Center as well as every skyscraper on its horizon. One of the neighborhood’s greatest assets is its zoning: building heights are capped at 80 feet. This keeps the skyline low, preserving a sense of openness and allowing for an unobstructed panorama view of Manhattan from the park that gives the neighborhood its name. You can actually see the bright sun at all periods in the namesake neighborhood for most of the day while walking around instead of being in the shadows of large buildings in Manhattan.

You are also near one of the most beautiful green and peaceful spaces in the city: Greenwood Cemetery which is a 10 minute walk away. Words can’t begin to describe how amazing this sanctuary is. They just recently opened a brand new greenhouse museum that needs to be visited.

This apartment offers unbeatable access to the best of Brooklyn and Manhattan. Commuting is a breeze: the R train at 53rd Street is just a block away, putting you in Manhattan in about 25 minutes. You are also a 10-minute walk (or a 4-minute Citi Bike ride) from the NYC Ferry at the Brooklyn Army Terminal, which gets you to Wall Street and the financial center in just 12 minutes. Plus, you have easy direct access to Staten Island via ferry, and you can reach Coney Island in 28 minutes on the train or the Rockaways in 40 minutes in 1 stop on the NYC Ferry for a perfect beach day. You literally could go to the beach everyday without a hassle.

Cyclists will appreciate the direct protected bike lane on 4th Avenue, at the corner of the block, which extends all the way to Atlantic Terminal and beyond coupled with the ease of use and abundance of many Citibike docks so transportation is always nearby..

Commute times by Citibike:

Barclays Center/Downtown Brooklyn: 20 minutes

Park Slope : 11 minutes

Prospect Park/Whole Foods: 11 minutes

Windsor Terrace: 9 minutes

Bay ridge: 7 minutes

Industry City/Costco:4 minutes

We also have a new protected bike lane with a direct line straight to Gowanus/Carroll Gardens/Red Hook that is like a warp pipe on the 2nd Avenue sidewalk installed last year that makes it much easier, faster and no stress to get to these areas:

Red Hook/IKEA: 12 minutes

Carroll Gardens/Gowanus: 11 minutes

They also put Citbike docks all along the Verrazano so you can conveniently cycle to see the amazing Verrazano bridge and see the waterfront; all in protected bike lanes. It’s super easy to cycle and sightsee from our area.

In the future, we'll also be connected to Bushwick via the new Interborough Express ( IBX) Line.

Nearby, famous Industry City offers a growing campus of retail and business opportunities along with nearby business hubs in Brooklyn Army Terminal, The Whale Building, and the new MADE in NYC Campus that will also hold the new Steiner Movie Studios. If you want to impress visiting friends and family this is the place to bring them. 

With a 98% Walk Score, everything you need, from convenience stores to coffee shops, is practically at your doorstep.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

- Granite Countertop

- Wood Cabinets

- Double Paned Windows

- Marble Tile and Wood Floors combined

- Hydronic Heating System

- New Water Boiler (individual meter)

- New Heating Boiler (individual meter)

- Separated Waste containers and compost bin outside to keep vermin away

- Package Box for Delivery installed outside. Get all your packages without a doorman.

Water/sewage included in rent, tenant responsible for other utilities (electricity, gas, internet individually metered).

Best state of the art 24hr laundromat in Brooklyn, a block nearby.

POINTS OF INTEREST NEARBY

This location strikes the perfect balance: peaceful yet connected, leafy yet lively, with nature, culture, and convenience all at your doorstep.

It’s almost hard to believe how many convenient places are just mere steps away.

Sunset Community Park - Highest Peak in Brooklyn 45th and 5th avenue Amazing Sunset Views of Manhattan. The BEST community park in the city, by far. Insane dreamlike picture perfect vistas.

Bush Terminal Pier Park - Waterfront green space nature preserve - 4 blocks away (2 minute Citibike)

Industry City (Brooklyn's Disneyland) - 10 minutes away walking (4 minute Citibike)

They have Japan Village and have opened a new Daiso.

New Renovated Brooklyn Library - 1/2 Block Away

Chase Bank and new Bank of America - 1/2 Block Away

24 Hour Grocery Store CitiFresh Market - 1 Block Away

New PureGym (formerly Blink Fitness)- 1/2 Block Away

New Planet Fitness Gym - 3 Blocks Away

Ricos Tacos, Tacos El Bronco Food Truck, New Taco Bell = 1/2 Block Away.

Burger King, McDonalds (newly renovated), Popeyes, Texas Chicken and burgers = 1 Block Away

New CityMD - 1/2 Block Away

NYU Langone (Top rated hospital in the country) - 6 Blocks away

New Five Below Discount store - 2 blocks away

New Deals and Discounts store (1/2 block away)

COSTCO - 39th and 3rd Avenue only 5 minutes away by Citibike

We have many more but these are the ones near the apartment.

Commuting Options (many modes of transportation!)

We are in an amazing transportation nexus.

SUBWAY (BRAND NEW RENOVATED STATION)

R Train = 53rd St and 4th Ave (just 3/4 block away!)

New Protected Bike Lane -1/2 block away (New CITIBIKE docks 2 blocks away) AMAZING BIKE INFRASTRUCTURE!!!!

Bus Stop - 1 block away

NYC Ferry at 59th street Brooklyn Army Terminal;

Only 12 minutes 1 stop to lower Manhattan Wall St Lower Manhattan!!! amazing commute by boat. 1 stop, 45 minute ride to the rockaways for $4 by ferry! You can surf and go to the beach every day! only 13 minutes, 1 stop, to Governors Island by ferry.

Only a 28 minute subway ride to Coney Island.

- No Smoking -

If interested, please reach out by email with any questions or to schedule a viewing. I’ll be happy to share many more detailed photos, floor plan, and full detailed 4k video walkthrough.

Looking for tenants who appreciate peace, nature, and will be harmonious with the calm, respectful vibe of the building and most importantly, take care and enjoy the garden space.

Must have good credit and income must be combined 40x monthly rent in annual income combined. Guarantors must have 80x Monthly rent in annual income. Requirements can be a combination of renters and guarantors. 1 background check per renter &/or guarantor.

Pets Policy Single Cat Only, - NO DOGS-

Hi everyone! I’m looking to gauge interest in a 2 bedroom apartment in Washington Heights/Hamilton Heights before we officially decide whether we’re moving.
Apartment details:
🏠 2 bedrooms
📐 Approximately 750 sq. ft.
💰 $2,170/month total
🏢 5th-floor walk-up
📍 Washington Heights / Hamilton Heights
📅 Potential move date: September 1 or October 1
The apartment would be available for someone to take over once we decide to move.
We haven’t finalized our move-out date yet, so right now I’m just trying to see who might be interested and qualify financially. I’d like to have a list of interested/qualified people that I can reach out to once we officially decide.
If you’re interested, please email me at arboledaayin@outlook.com with a little information about yourself (number of people moving in, income, desired move-in date, etc.).
Please only reach out if you’re genuinely interested and likely to meet the income/qualification requirements.
Feel free to message me with any questions!

Lease takeover (September 15 Start - July 31)

Located above Bar Monto on 2nd Ave. Great location near restaurants, bars, grocery stores (whole foods & wegmans), and Washington Square/tompkins/SoHo

-3 bedroom (each room fits a queen size bed comfortably)
-1 very large bathroom

🧺Washer & dryer in unit
🚝 Plenty of subway lines close by
👥Living with 2 other flatmates - both males

Pls msg me with your name & some small details about yourself if interested. Happy to also share more photos/details. Thanks!