All 64 tenant reviews.

“Pros: Management, friendly staff Cons: Price, building is old”

“Pros: Accessibility. Close to train. Great management. Spacious apartment. Cons: Rent is a bit high.”

“Pros: Great views, good staff nice size apts, close to every subway line and Trader Joe’s. Cons: elevators break down constantly which can be a hassle in such a large buildings. Ambulance noise is an issue. Sometimes there’s 10 or 15 passing through all the avenues in 1 hr”

“Pros: Clean Convenient location Good layouts Friendly concierge Cons: Finishes are dated Had pest control issues for a few months Currently overpriced Advice to landlord: Update the finishes”

“Pros: Full-service building, good staff, well-maintained, management is often responsive to issues. Great units. Cons: - Elevators are often not working - There was a large roach infestation once that took longer to manage than it should have - Windows are not very soundproof, and it's a loud intersection”

“Pros: Clean, functional apartment with great views of Fort Greene. Cons: No friendliness among neighbors. Lots of awkward elevator rides. In general people were pretty cold and didn't seem interested in talking to each other. Flatbush avenue isn't pleasant to live on around there, it's basically a big stroad to the Manhatten bridge. Package room was disorganized. Very debatable whether the building is in Fort Greene, I'd consider it solidly in Downtown Brooklyn.”

“Pros: Staff is very friendly and approachable, mailroom and deliveries always stored safely, and maintenance requests are always quickly addressed (including a baby roach infestation from a few years back). The apartments themselves are generally larger than similar luxury buildings in the area. Staff has regularly building community events and things too, which is appreciated! Cons: The elevators are down VERY often, so expect some long wait times if you live in the high-rise apartments. The gym should be included in rent given the price of the rent here, but that's an added amenity fee on top of rent (and can't be signed up for month to month.) It's also frustrating that unless it's a letter or a big oversize package, mail goes to the Amazon hub lockers. That's fine for most people, but if you don't have an Amazon account that makes getting mail a headache. Advice to landlord: Please get a new elevator vendor, and please consider including the gym in rent. More people would use it!”

“Pros: close to all the train lines and the higher apartments has great views of manhattan Cons: Older building with cracks on the wall. Constant broken elevators”

“Pros: Very responsive maintenance, good security, newish appliances Cons: Had a lot of problems with kitchen sink backing up (big issue on lower floors), whole building had a roach problem for a bit but I think it’s resolved now”

“Pros: In general the units are super quiet/quite large for the neighborhood, having a split elevator bank is nice, maintenance and concierge staff are amazing. Amenities are updated, and packages are well-kept. Management has been great with hosting community events every month. Cons: The garbage disposals aren't the best-maintained, and we had roach issues all summer despite us being super careful (although this is the first year we've had pests).”

“Unit 2515 Pros: Clean facilities, helpful staff, responsive management Cons: Could hear neighbor’s music through walls”

“Unit 2905 Pros: Concierge and maintenance team are amazing. Great location. Cons: Elevators are always broken. Got stuck in an elevator once and it took 15 mins to get out. Advice to landlord: Fix the elevators”

“Pros: Friendly responsive staff, clean Cons: Elevators down a lot Advice to landlord: None”

“Unit 208 Pros: Great facilities team and very responsive people at the front desk, building is in a very safe neighborhood! Cons: Our kitchen sink kept overflowing all the time and it took a while to get repaired! They were coming in weekly to help fix it but it was a long term problem and I hope its been resolved since.”

“Pros: quick repairs, clean and safe Cons: management has no sympathy pricing you out”

“Unit 3012 Pros: Small cute lounge area, lobby looks nice. Maintenance team usually is good. Cons: Elevators almost always down, boxes need to be sent downstairs.”

“Pros: Management team was great Cons: High price for releasing”

“Pros: Building staff are general nice and responsive. Location is decent. Cons: Can’t use the back entrance, elevators go out of service too often, the value isn’t good unless you were able to receive a “pandemic deal,” slightly mis advertised in listing compared to other rental listings. Need to pay for heating compared to most NYC apartments where it is included. Advice to landlord: Please be more honest about rental listings”

“Pros: Nice building, convenient location, and nice staff Cons: If you live on the side facing Flatbush it can get pretty loud Advice to landlord: Keep at it!”

“Pros: It’s a nice building, staff is friendly and attentive and facilities are kept clean. Cons: Elevators slow/break down often, AC/heating units could be better/maintained better.”

“Pros: Management was responsive, on-site office, prompt repairs by professional handymen Cons: Chaotic front desk with sometimes nasty employees. If you are unfortunate enough to get students for neighbors, it will be miserable - turns your floor into a glorified dorm building with double the occupants that the apartment is supposed to have. Advice to landlord: Do not allow students to split bedrooms for double occupancy and do better about preventing the dorm culture from taking over the floors that students live on”

“Pros: Excellent maintenance and concierge team. Cons: Rent is high Advice to landlord: Maintain rent to keep long-standing customers instead of continued raises.”

“Pros: safe best maintenance management ive see lively community a lot of dogs Cons: windows not cleaned in more than 2 years Advice to landlord: please organize window cleaning service more bike storage so not everyone is on the wait list”

“Unit 3315 Pros: Staff frequently organizes community events and is quick to respond to issues Cons: Elevators were often broken in upper floor banks”

“Pros: Location is very convenient. Unit is fairly spacious Cons: Heating units are loud. Gym access costs extra”

“I am quite annoyed with the old female staff at front desk. She has a stinky face each time talked to her. She also impolite to me as non-white foreigner. Quite unpleasant to talk with her. Also the manager can be extremely laggy to address your housing problem.”

“Pros: Management is respectful, helpful and responsive. The building and the apartments are great and i only wish i could stay here longer Cons: Need to install a draft stopper under your door, otherwise this place is perfect”

“Pros: Luxury building so amenities are good. The front desk staff are very responsive. Maintenance is also very responsive. Cons: Windows are not very well sound proofed. No recycling bins on the floors.”

“Pros: Modern facilities and responsive management Cons: Noisy and project housing next to it”

“Pros: The location, the staff was friendly and welcoming. My unit was great. Cons: Nothing bad except the rent increase situation Advice to landlord: No advice to the staff”

“Pros: Close to NYU Tandon and metro tech area Good management Reasonable rent Convenient package pickup and neighborhood, close to groceries Cons: Building is a little bit old and limited shared spaces Constructions happening outside windows”

“Pros: Great maintenance team. There is a lot of new renovations in the works, hopefully it will be finished soon. Cons: The construction does not end and sound is very loud. Once you sign up for the gym you can not cancel your plan. Advice to landlord: .”

“Pros: Friendly staff and nice new lobby Cons: Older finishes on appliances compared to other luxury buildings, construction”

“Pros: Super convenient location, best neighborhood, easy access to subway stations. Cons: Need better thru wall A/C Advice to landlord: Need better thru wall A/C”

“Pros: Apartment super nice. Doormen are great Cons: Construction and managements lack of flexibility/empathy in the pandemic Advice to landlord: Care a little”

“Pros: Location, large apartments and great closet space Cons: Construction downstairs but its almost done thankfully Advice to landlord: Add a snack machine!”

“Pros: all the processes were pretty easy and straight forward, cheaper compared to the luxury buildings in the area Cons: not a big con but bathrooms look a little dated Advice to landlord: update bathroom reno”

“This apartment has always been good to everyone living here. There's good staff as well as an amazing support team that always helps me out when I need it. I've been living here for 5 years now. I'd say the only complaint I have is that the hallways on each floor should be cleaned out more.”

“It is close to the campus and the subway station. There are many shops and restaurants around. The service is pleasant. The maintenances are timely. The environment is safe and clean. Besides, there is a gym cost only $65 per month. It is really a good place to live in.”

“Beautiful apartment with great amenities. Easy move in process. The location is great within walking distance of numerous bars, restaurants, shops, and public transportation. Maintenance responds quickly.”

“I've enjoyed my time here over the years. Very safe building and helpful staff. The maintenance team strives to respond to all my requests and exceeds my expectations. i enjoy the Avalon properties overall.”

“Great amenities and people. A really comfortable home and community. The units are a great value, especially for the space and interior design. I also like that there are a fair amount of young people around too!”

“Choosing Avalon Fort Greene as my first apartment in the NYC area was the best decision I could have made. The new, updated units offer spacious floor plans, and a great view. The location makes it easy to get to grocery stores, shopping, restaurants, and most importantly, it is close to just about any train line. Of most importance to me, the staff has been absolutely wonderful. They were the reason I selected this building, and their friendly, fast, efficient service is amazing!”

“It hasn't turn me down so far! An overall fantastic experience that I will tell anyone and pursue my friends to come and live here. The service team , the location of the apartment, the surrounding area safety are all gems!”

“Avalon Fort Greene is an amazing building with an amazing staff in an up-and-coming neighborhood! Tons of convenience and great in-apartment amenities. Subway stations all around with access to almost every line.”

“Living at Avalon Fort Greene since 2013 has been one of the best NYC living experiences I have had--the leasing office staff are professional, courteous, extremely friendly, and helpful! The concierge and maintenance teams are also a pleasure to work with-- everyone in this building is an absolute professional and friendly at the same time!”

“Avalon Fort Greene is an affordable luxury community with staff and services second to none. The location is extremely convenient for anyone working in the city while fostering a real Brooklyn neighborhood feel.Michael P.”

“My Avalon Fort Greene experience has been one of total disappointment. Over-populated apartments, total disregard for the rules of the building regarding smoking, and dogwalking. Tenents who just don't give a damn leave their garbage in the compactor room instead of throwing it down the chute. No problem - as long as you get the most rent you can get away with. So, rather than improve the status of the neighborhood, and make Ft Greene a better place, The management of this building has made Avalon fit right into the Ft Greene lowest common denominator - one of I DON'T CARE.”

“Avalon Fort Greene had a great staff-both the front desk and the office. They work within their limits to make you feel at home. The property is typically well maintained. The outside has a great courtyard and is wonderful to visit in the summer”

“I have never lived in a full-service building before and the Avalon team has made me a convert to this type of building. The sales group has always been completely professional in dealing with my lease and legalities, the concierge team is beyond fantastic, and the maintenance (from online scheduling, prompt service, and great leave-behind notes) has been completely reliable.”

“I'm one of the first residents at Avalon Ft. Greene, and I have loved living in the building. Maintenance requests are handled swiftly, and I've never had any serious or negative issues with either my neighbors or the staff. You can't beat the location -- tons of subway and can access, and the neighborhood is really starting to grow with more restaurants and stores within walking distance. I cannot recommend this place enough.”

“Avalon is truly it's own community within the Fort Greene community. The staff at the front desk bends over backwards for us and I love going up the elevators with our neighbors. We learn more about each other and love the dogs and children. Best ice breakers for a short elevator ride. One negative, the $60 charge for the gym and high prices for renting the club house. All of the other apartments in this neighborhood offer this as a complimentary amenity.”

“The building has a great location and staff. The view is very nice as well. The walls a bit thin so a neighbor who is not considerate can be quite annoying (music at night or smoking) and there appears to be little that the staff can do.”

“Apartment is great and building is relatively new. Service requests are handled in a timely manner and maintenance/front door staff is very friendly. Close to major subway, but neighborhood still feels a little sketchy. If you live on Flatbush side, lots of traffic noise, but this can easily be drowned out by fans/TV/white noise/etc.”

“The staff here are very friendly, welcoming and helpful, it certainly makes for a great living experience here. I love that each unit has its own washer/dryer, it's super convenient especially because I have a baby! Overall this is the best apartment I've ever rented and I've lived in a handful of apartments here in NYC!”

“Avalon Fort Greene is a great place to live, with a very caring and attentive staff which makes it feel like home. However, there are some issues that may not be resolvable like building noise when you are trying to sleep - can't detect where it is coming from.”

“Avalon is a souless corporation who would rather initiate eviction proceedings than make a simple phone call notifying a resident that they accidentally set up a one-time payment instead of a recurring payment. Avoid Avalon if you have any other similar options.”

“Renter beware. Avalon Fort Greene looks great, but living there will leave you broke and angry. On the upside, the building is conveniently located near public transportation (and it's easy to catch a cab from the intersection out front). The apartments are spacious and well laid out, with good sized bedrooms. And who wouldn't want laundry inside your apartment? The front desk and office staff are welcoming and easy to deal with. Maintenance requests are taken care of relatively quickly. However, a year after you move in, you'll discover that the rent you were offered at the start was a clever ruse. Upon renewing, you'll be hit with the increase to "market rate" PLUS the maximum rent increase allowed by New York law. In our case, that amounted to a 14 percent rent hike, which we were able to negotiate down to 12 percent (leaving two percent plus the max allowed by law which would have been charged had we renewed again.) With little time to find a new place, we reluctantly stayed for one more year, at great detriment to our family finances. Also, once you do finally find a reasonably priced alternative and move out, as we have (thankfully), don't expect Avalon to return your security deposit. It will be absorbed, and in some cases, additional "damage" costs will be piled on, so that you'll wind up owing, rather than receiving money back. This will happen no matter what condition you leave your apartment in, which we have since confirmed with other former residents. Between your move in and your move out, expect to be charged for everything -- the gym is an extra fee. Any amenities? Extra fees. Dry cleaning on the premises? Great! But expect to pay considerably more than you would for an external cleaner. Same with the concierge cleaning service. In short, Avalon is a money pit. You'll pay high rent, high fees, and lose your security deposit in the end. Your wallet will be empty, but you'll have enjoyed a lovely view if you're lucky enough to get a high floor (until the glut of new, gentrifying high rises springing up all over downtown Brooklyn block that too.) Happy apartment hunting!”

“I do not recommend this building. Been living for 14 months - tenants mainly treat it like a dorm. Rent is too damn high to experience an environment like this. Cigarettes are regularly thrown from windows (make sure you keep any personal property safe). Customer service may take months to help, and do not fully reimburse damages. Elevators? Lucky if all 3 work at the same time. So, if you want to live in a dorm, pay market rate or above, get some Marlboros thrown at you, and walk up 20+ flights to your home - this is the place for you!”

“Everything is great . Maintenance is always completed quickly. My only complaint is that all the dogs go to the bathroom right by the back entrance and it smells. I walk my dogs down the street to go and wish others would too”