Avery Hall acquires, designs, develops, operates, and disposes of residential and mixed-use real estate, primarily rental housing with retail and amenities, in Brooklyn and selected U.S. markets. Its projects serve residents, retail tenants, investors, and surrounding communities through ground-up urban development and repositioning.
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AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cullman HouseNoDa, Charlotte294 units | 9.8/ 10 | —/ 10 | 9.8/ 10 |
The largest published review base is Average Rent’s 4.9/5 from 65 reviews, which sets a 9.7 converted anchor. Google Reviews/Maps reports the same 4.9/5 level from 53 reviews, while the smaller ForRentUniversity set is 4.2/5 from 9 reviews and cannot anchor under the stated rule; repeated positive operational themes support a near-top living score, but there is no review evidence sufficient to score structure. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Published renter feedback repeatedly describes the team as “friendly,” “professional,” and “extremely responsive,” with amenities reported as “well maintained and easy to enjoy.” The main negative is location-related: one prospective renter said they passed because of the nearby train tracks, although a resident wrote that after two months they “never hear a peep from the train.” | ||
| 655 Union StreetGowanus, Brooklyn193 units | 8.8/ 10 | 8.8/ 10 | 8.8/ 10 |
Average Rent’s 4.5/5 building rating from 15 reviews is the largest reported review base and converts to 8.5/10 under the specified curve. The second building rating is also high at 4.7/5 from 14 reviews, while the written feedback is uniformly positive about operations and physical quality; those themes support a modest upward adjustment without treating the single pool-hours complaint as a material failure. | |||
Resident feedback is strongly positive on physical quality: one review says the “quality of the fixtures and finishes is truly top notch” and describes everything as “built to last.” Another reports that “repairs are promptly taken care of” and that upkeep is constant. No reviewed source reported leaks, flooding, HVAC, plumbing, electrical or elevator failures; that absence is not treated as evidence of condition. | Resident reviews describe staff as “incredibly kind, attentive” and say the team “go[es] above and beyond”; another says packages are received safely and recorded swiftly. The main operational criticism found was the pool schedule, with one resident disappointed that it closed by 7 p.m.; this is a single minor complaint rather than a recurring management failure. | ||
| One Boerum PlaceBorough Hall, Brooklyn138 units | 8.8/ 10 | 8.7/ 10 | 8.8/ 10 |
The largest published review base is LocalGuideWorld’s 4.5/5 from 34 reviews, which converts to 8.5/10 and sets the level. The second published aggregate is also 4.5/5, while the written reviews repeatedly praise living operations and maintenance; these themes support a modest upward commentary adjustment without evidence of a severe or moderate recurring failure. Evidence is concentrated in reviews published in 2023–2024 and does not establish that conditions remained unchanged through October 15, 2026. | |||
Resident reviews describe the finishes and amenities as “top notch,” and one calls the building’s maintenance “impeccable.” Another resident says maintenance requests are “immediately addressed and resolved”; no review read reported structural, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, leak or waterproofing failures. | The published resident feedback is strongly positive: reviewers call the staff “awesome and super attentive,” say common areas are “always well kept,” and report that problems are resolved “extremely quick[ly].” The main negative reported was affordability—“The rents reflect the quality/luxury of the building... which means high rents”—rather than an operational failure. | ||
| 499 President StreetGowanus, Brooklyn350 units | 7.9/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.9/ 10 |
The Google Reviews/Maps aggregate of 4.3/5 from 11 reviews sets the anchor; using the specified conversion curve, 4.3/5 converts to 7.9/10. The written feedback is mostly favorable, but the single uncorroborated air-quality and mice allegation is not a recurring or clearly qualifying severe failure under the scoring rules, so no additional adjustment is made. No structure score is assigned because the published material located did not provide a resident structural rating. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Published reviews describe the staff and leasing process positively: one reviewer called the staff “very friendly and helpful,” while another said the team was “extremely responsive and helpful.” The main negative report alleged that the team failed to disclose “the air quality (cancer)” and a “huge mice problem”; this is a single reviewer’s allegation, not a corroborated recurring theme. | ||
| One NoDa ParkNoDa (North Davidson) Arts District, Charlotte383 units | 7.9/ 10 | 5.4/ 10 ApartmentRatings 4.6/5, 4.6/5 · no review count · apartmentratings.com Brightplace 2.4/5 · 22 reviews · brightplace.ai Brightplace 2.7/5 · 19 reviews · brightplace.ai Combined from 4 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 5.4. | 5.3/ 10 ApartmentRatings 4.5/5, 4.5/5, 4.5/5, 4.8/5 · no review count · apartmentratings.com Brightplace 2.5/5, 2.8/5 · 35 reviews · brightplace.ai Combined from 6 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 5.3. |
ApartmentRatings’ 4.5/5 based on 358 votes sets the level and converts to 8.5 under the supplied curve; Google also reports 4.5/5, but from only 83 reviews. The score is pulled down because multiple resident reports describe elevator outages, fire alarms, construction defects, parking failures and unavailable amenities, while repeated praise for staff, routine maintenance and amenities provides a smaller offset. | |||
Structural feedback is sharply mixed. ApartmentRatings includes the report “New building, built poorly and constantly breaking,” with elevators regularly down, constant fire-alarm issues and faulty appliances; Brightplace’s review synthesis likewise reports elevator outages, leaks, warped walls, plumbing problems and some mold concerns. Against that, other residents say the property is “well-maintained” and that routine maintenance requests were handled quickly. | Residents frequently praise the staff: one says they are “always professional and responsive,” while another describes a smooth move-in and “great communication from property management.” The lived experience is not uniformly positive: reviewers also report limited guest parking, a pool closed with no reopening date, hallway trash smells, road noise, and residential hall doors that “don't lock fully (safety hazard).” | ||
| 465 Pacific StreetBoerum Hill, Brooklyn30 units | 7.8/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.8/ 10 |
The only building-specific aggregate located was the reported Google rating of 4.2/5 from 10 reviews, which sets the level and converts to 7.8/10 on the stated curve. The four visible written posts were mostly favorable but did not establish a recurring complaint or praise theme, so no commentary adjustment was applied; the evidence for structure is descriptive and regulatory rather than a published resident structure score. | Not found in sources: No recent heat or hot-water complaints | ||
The published building-record sources report two whole-building heat/hot-water emergency requests on December 20, 2018, both closed by December 23, while no heat or hot-water complaints were reported in the latest three-year period covered by the current record. The same record reports no recent bedbug-infested units and no current open HPD flags; a separate building profile says the latest available façade filing classified the façade as “Safe,” but future inspections and repairs remain building-specific. | The visible Google-linked feedback includes “Muy limpio y buena atención” and “Beautiful building,” while another reviewer explicitly noted they had visited rather than lived there. Published building profiles describe an attended lobby or doorman and amenities including a roof deck, residents’ lounge, fitness center and children’s playroom; these are amenity descriptions, not current resident satisfaction scores. | ||
| The 88thQueens220 units | 6.6/ 10 | —/ 10 | 6.5/ 10 |
The dated place listing reports a building-specific 3.9/5 aggregate from 45 reviews, which is sufficient to set the anchor and converts to 6.5/10 under the requested curve. No additional eligible platform with a published resident review aggregate was verified, and the available forum observations were not used to move the anchor. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | A March 2024 resident forum discussion described the building as “gorgeous, very quiet, and tranquil,” with “well-furnished” lounges and a rooftop with BBQ grills; another local resident said it was quieter than the surrounding block. The same discussion noted that the only recurring nearby disturbance reported by that participant was that things could become “a lil crazy” during school bus drop-offs and pickups, while a touring applicant described the apartments as nice but small. |
Tarlton Long is a Principal, Director of Avery Hall Southeast and leads Avery Hall’s office in Charlotte NC.
Partnered with Avery Hall and Aria Development Group on One Boerum Place.
Partnered with Avery Hall and Allegra Holding on One Boerum Place.
Partnered with Avery Hall on the 655 Union Street development in Gowanus.
Partnered with Avery Hall on 544 Carroll Street and other development activity.
Joined Avery Hall and Declaration Partners through a Qualified Opportunity Zone vehicle for 544 Carroll Street.
Supplied the construction loan for 544 Carroll Street.
Arranged construction financing for 544 Carroll Street and worked on behalf of the borrower and its joint-venture partners.
Partnered with Avery Hall on the 499 President Street mixed-use development.
Provided recapitalization financing for the One Boerum Place joint venture.
Participated in the One Boerum Place joint venture recapitalization.
Avery Hall, in partnership with Allegra Holding and Aria Development Group, has completed One Boerum Place
Avery Hall, in partnership with Allegra Holding and Aria Development Group, has completed One Boerum Place
Avery Hall, in partnership with Gindi Capital, is developing this strategic site
Avery Hall has partnered with Declaration Partners - the investment firm backed by the family office of David M. Rubenstein
its joint venture partners, Declaration Partners and Bridge Investment Group through their Qualified Opportunity Zone vehicle
The construction loan was secured through TD Bank.
JLL Capital Markets has arranged $72.5 million in construction financing for 544 Carroll St.
Avery Hall, in partnership with The Brodsky Organization, is presently in construction on 499 President Street
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| United States | active 8 projects tracked |
| Mixed use | 7 of 9 |
| Residential, for rent | 5 of 9 |
| Retail | 5 of 9 |
| Residential, for sale | 2 of 9 |
Brian holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Tufts University and received a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
Brian holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Tufts University and received a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
Brian holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Tufts University and received a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
Brian holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Tufts University and received a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
Brian Ezra
# Brian Ezra
He is a board member of the Atlantic Avenue Business Improvement District.
Brian Ezra is a founding partner of Avery Hall and is responsible for sourcing and acquisitions, project conceptualization and overall company development strategy.
### Founder and Founding Principal - Avery Hall (Current) Jun 2013 - Present
Brian Ezra is a founding partner of Avery Hall and is responsible for sourcing and acquisitions, project conceptualization and overall company development strategy.
Brian Ezra is a founding partner of Avery Hall and is responsible for sourcing and acquisitions, project conceptualization and overall company development strategy.
Over his 15-year career in real estate, Brian has overseen in excess of $1 billion of development and investment activity, comprising over 1.5 million GSF and 1,000 residential units.
Brian is an expert on matters of zoning and land use in New York City, and has directed several successful assemblages of land parcels and development rights for the firm.
Over his 15-year career in real estate, Brian has overseen in excess of $1 billion of development and investment activity, comprising over 1.5 million GSF and 1,000 residential units.
Brian Ezra is a founding partner of Avery Hall and is responsible for sourcing and acquisitions, project conceptualization and overall company development strategy.
Avi holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business and received a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
Avi holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business and received a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
Avi holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business and received a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
Avi holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business and received a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
Avi Fisher
# Avi Fisher
Avi has held various positions within Columbia University’s Master of Science in Real Estate Development program, including adjunct faculty member, lecturer, and admissions committee member.
Prior to co-founding Avery Hall in 2013, Avi was a senior member of Lane Capital Partners, a boutique real estate investment firm focused on distressed debt and equity opportunities.
Avi began his career working in various capacities for PN Hoffman Construction & Development, a prominent residential and mixed-use development company in Washington, D.C.
Avi Fisher is a founding partner of Avery Hall and leads the firm’s strategic capital and development partnerships, project financings, and day-to-day firm operations.
### Founding Partner - Avery Hall Investments (Current) Jun 2013 - Present
Avi Fisher is a founding partner of Avery Hall and leads the firm’s strategic capital and development partnerships, project financings, and day-to-day firm operations.
Avi Fisher is a founding partner of Avery Hall and leads the firm’s strategic capital and development partnerships, project financings, and day-to-day firm operations.
Avi Fisher is a founding partner of Avery Hall and leads the firm’s strategic capital and development partnerships, project financings, and day-to-day firm operations.
Avi Fisher is a founding partner of Avery Hall and leads the firm’s strategic capital and development partnerships, project financings, and day-to-day firm operations.
Since commencing his real estate career in 2003, Avi has taken active roles in over $1.5 billion in real estate investment and development, with a focus on luxury residential opportunities.
Avi Fisher is a founding partner of Avery Hall and leads the firm’s strategic capital and development partnerships, project financings, and day-to-day firm operations.
There is enormous opportunity in Gowanus. It has been very cool to be part of a larger set of developers all making and integrating new things into the neighborhood, while still having some of the old anchors that people love down here.Commercial Observer February 4, 2026https://commercialobserver.com/2026/02/544-carroll-street-gowanus-brooklyn/
He received his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin and his Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
He received his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin and his Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
He received his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin and his Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
He received his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin and his Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University.
Jesse Wark
# Jesse Wark
Jesse is actively involved with the Columbia University MsRED Program.
Prior to Avery Hall, he served as Vice President of Development for Urban Development Partners, a New York City based fully integrated development company.
###### By Amanda Schiavo February 4, 2026 6:00 am
The Plan: At 544 Carroll Street, a Pull Toward Nature in Gowanus
“There is enormous opportunity in Gowanus. It has been very cool to be part of a larger set of developers all making and integrating new things into the neighborhood, while still having some of the old anchors that people love down here.”
Jesse Wark is a partner and oversees all design, development and construction activities within the company.
Jesse Wark is a partner and oversees all design, development and construction activities within the company.
Jesse Wark is a partner and oversees all design, development and construction activities within the company.
He brings over 20 years of experience across more than 2,000 residential rental and condominium units and is currently executing on over one million sf of development.
Jesse is a Registered Architect in the state of New York and a LEED accredited professional.
Jesse is a Registered Architect in the state of New York and a LEED accredited professional.
Jesse Wark is a partner and oversees all design, development and construction activities within the company.
Steven has a Master of Science in Construction Management from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy from Georgetown University.
Steven has a Master of Science in Construction Management from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy from Georgetown University.
Steven has a Master of Science in Construction Management from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy from Georgetown University.
Steven has a Master of Science in Construction Management from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy from Georgetown University.
Steven Spektor
# Steven Spektor
Prior to joining Avery Hall, Steven was a Project Executive at HFZ Capital, overseeing all construction activity at Halcyon, a 32-story luxury condominium tower in Manhattan.
Earlier in his career, Steven led numerous New York City projects for sub-contractors and as a Project Manager for Bovis Lend Lease, working on a 22-story luxury condominium at 535 West End Avenue for Extell Development and two 23-story rental towers for Avalon Bay, the Avalon Clinton.
Assistant Project Manager - [Lendlease]
As Director of Construction, Steven oversees all aspects of construction for the entire Avery Hall portfolio.
### Principal, Director of Construction - [Avery Hall] (Current) Jan 2017 - Present
As Director of Construction, Steven oversees all aspects of construction for the entire Avery Hall portfolio.
As Director of Construction, Steven oversees all aspects of construction for the entire Avery Hall portfolio.
As Director of Construction, Steven oversees all aspects of construction for the entire Avery Hall portfolio.
Prior to joining Avery Hall, Steven was a Project Executive at HFZ Capital, overseeing all construction activity at Halcyon, a 32-story luxury condominium tower in Manhattan.
Total Experience: 23 years and 8 months
As Director of Construction, Steven oversees all aspects of construction for the entire Avery Hall portfolio.
Alex holds a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Architecture from the New Jersey Institute of Technology.
Alex holds a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Architecture from the New Jersey Institute of Technology.
Alex holds a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Architecture from the New Jersey Institute of Technology.
Alex holds a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Architecture from the New Jersey Institute of Technology.
Alex Cutrona
He is actively engaged with the Columbia University MSRED Program and lectures on housing and development at the New Jersey Institute of Technology.
Prior to joining Avery Hall, Alex was an Architect and Project Manager at Gluck+, where he oversaw the design and construction of 145 Central Park North, a 13 story condominium building on Central Park.
As Vice President of Development at Avery Hall, Alex leads the planning and execution of a wide range of complex development projects.
As Vice President of Development at Avery Hall, Alex leads the planning and execution of a wide range of complex development projects.
As Vice President of Development at Avery Hall, Alex leads the planning and execution of a wide range of complex development projects.
Alex is a Registered Architect in the state of Pennsylvania.
Prior to joining Avery Hall, Alex was an Architect and Project Manager at Gluck+, where he oversaw the design and construction of 145 Central Park North, a 13 story condominium building on Central Park.
At Avery Hall, he has led the planning and delivery of multiple ground up projects within the firm’s Gowanus portfolio in Brooklyn.
As Vice President of Development at Avery Hall, Alex leads the planning and execution of a wide range of complex development projects.
Alex has a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from George Washington University.
Alex has a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from George Washington University.
Alex has a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from George Washington University.
Alex has a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from George Washington University.
Alex Baker
Prior to joining Avery Hall, Alex was a Development Manager for JDS Development, working on 111 West 57th Street, a 1,428 foot tall residential tower in Manhattan and on The Baltic, an 11-story condominium in Park Slope, Brooklyn.
Prior to JDS, Alex was an Analyst in investment sales on Bob Knakal’s team at Massey Knakal (now Cushman & Wakefield), performing underwriting and authoring memoranda for hundreds of projects, including for the successful sales of several large development sites and office towers in Midtown Manhattan.
As Vice President of Acquisitions, Alex oversees and coordinates Avery Hall’s pursuit of new property acquisitions.
As Vice President of Acquisitions, Alex oversees and coordinates Avery Hall’s pursuit of new property acquisitions.
As Vice President of Acquisitions, Alex oversees and coordinates Avery Hall’s pursuit of new property acquisitions.
Prior to joining Avery Hall, Alex was a Development Manager for JDS Development, working on 111 West 57th Street, a 1,428 foot tall residential tower in Manhattan and on The Baltic, an 11-story condominium in Park Slope, Brooklyn.
Prior to JDS, Alex was an Analyst in investment sales on Bob Knakal’s team at Massey Knakal (now Cushman & Wakefield), performing underwriting and authoring memoranda for hundreds of projects, including for the successful sales of several large development sites and office towers in Midtown Manhattan.
Alex has a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from George Washington University.
As Vice President of Acquisitions, Alex oversees and coordinates Avery Hall’s pursuit of new property acquisitions.
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| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cullman House | Charlotte, United States NoDa | residential for rent, retail | 2941 | 8 | 443,543 sq ft | — | — | 2023 | March 2023 | — | Feb 2026 | — | not scorable | completed |
| 499 President Street | Brooklyn, United States Gowanus | mixed use, residential for rent, retail | 3501 | 10 | 322,000 sq ft | — | — | 2022 | 2022 | Mar 2025 – May 2025 | May 2025 | +1.0 mo (0.0 to +2.0) | estimated | completed |
| 655 Union Street | Brooklyn, United States Gowanus | mixed use, residential for rent, retail | 1931 | 15 | 200,000 sq ft | USD 110m construction loan | — | 2022 | 2022 | Jan 2025 | Jan 2025 – Dec 2025 | +5.5 mo (0.0 to +11.0) | sourced | completed |
| One NoDa Park | Charlotte, United States NoDa (North Davidson) Arts District | mixed use, residential for rent, retail | 3831 | — | — | — | — | 2022 | 2022 | Jan 2024 – Dec 2024 | Jan 2024 – Dec 2024 | 0.0 mo (−11.0 to +11.0) | sourced | completed |
| The 88th | Queens, United States | residential for rent, mixed use | 2201 | 9 | 200,000 sq ft | — | — | 2021 | 2021 | Sep 2023 | Jan 2023 – Dec 2023 | −2.5 mo (−8.0 to +3.0) | sourced | completed |
| One Boerum Place | Brooklyn, United States Borough Hall | mixed use | 1381 | — | 250,000 sq ft | — | — | 2019 | 2019 | Jan 2021 – Mar 2021 | Jan 2022 – Dec 2022 | +16.5 mo (+10.0 to +23.0) | sourced | completed |
| 145 President Street | Brooklyn, United States Carroll Gardens | residential for sale | 171 | 7 | 50,000 sq ft | — | — | 2017 | September 14, 2017 | Jan 2018 – Dec 2018 | Jan 2019 – Dec 2019 | +12.0 mo (+1.0 to +23.0) | sourced | completed |
| 325 Henry Street | Brooklyn Cobble Hill | residential for sale, retail, mixed use | 81 | — | 33,000 sq ft | — | — | 2018 | September 4, 2018 | Jan 2018 – Apr 2018 | Jan 2018 – Dec 2018 | +4.0 mo (−3.0 to +11.0) | sourced | completed |
| 465 Pacific Street | Brooklyn, United States Boerum Hill | mixed use | 301 | — | 85,000 sq ft | — | — | 2015 | fall 2015 | Jan 2017 – Apr 2017 | Jan 2017 – Dec 2017 | +4.0 mo (−3.0 to +11.0) | sourced | completed |
| Coverage | active |
| Tracked since | October 10, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 15, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 15, 2026 |
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