Tenants rally at Sunnyside building to demand repairs from Bronstein real estate firm

February 4, 2026 - 09:57

Tenants, flanked by elected officials and community advocates, rallied outside their Sunnyside apartment building Monday morning, demanding immediate and comprehensive repairs from their landlord, Bronstein Properties. The demonstration highlighted what residents describe as years of neglect and deteriorating living conditions.

Organizers and residents detailed a long list of grievances, including persistent leaks, mold growth, rodent infestations, broken elevators, and faulty electrical systems. They argue that despite repeated complaints, the real estate firm has failed to make adequate, permanent repairs, leaving families in unsafe and unhealthy environments.

Local City Councilmember Julie Won joined the rally, voicing strong support for the tenants. "Every New Yorker deserves a safe and healthy home," Won stated to the crowd. "The conditions described here are unacceptable, and we stand united to ensure the landlord fulfills their legal and moral obligations."

The rally served as a public escalation in an ongoing dispute, with tenants vowing to continue their campaign through further public actions and potential legal avenues until all necessary repairs are completed. The action underscores a broader citywide struggle for tenant rights and habitable housing against large property management firms.