What is the rent for a studio at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,074 to $2,806 per month, with a median of $2,440.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,168 to $2,933 per month, with a median of $2,550.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,397 to $3,243 per month, with a median of $2,820.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,984 to $4,036 per month, with a median of $3,510.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.

How does rent at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11205 zip code: studio rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 39% below the neighborhood median.

Is 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?

Yes, 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is rent stabilized with 3 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to October could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

The registered owner of 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is 12 ST JAMES PLACE ASS. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?

12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by 12 ST JAMES PLACE ASS, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 15 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Yes, 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 15 housing violations and 31 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 have?

12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

There are 10 schools near 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 011 Purvis J. Behan (5 min walk), P.s. 011 Purvis J. Behan (5 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (8 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (8 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FULTON ST/GRAND AV (B26, B25), 0.50 mi away.

Is 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11205 zip code where 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is located had 1,743 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 97 violent crimes, 618 property crimes, and 1,028 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11205 for full details.

When was 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?

12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1875, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

12 ST JAMES PLACE — Rent Intelligence for Fort Greene, NYC

Fort Greene · Brooklyn, NY, 11205

Built 18754 floors8 unitsBBL 3019320030

Current rent range

$2,074 – $4,359 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviews1SOwned by12 ST JAMES PLACE ASS2 bldgs

12 ST JAMES PLACE

Brooklyn, NY, 11205

12 ST JAMES PLACE is a prewar 1875 building, 8 units in Fort Greene, NYC. Owned by 12 ST JAMES PLACE ASS. Public records show 20 open violations, 31 311 complaints on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 3 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations15last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units8DHCR records

Building age151 ybuilt 1875

311 complaints31last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

Studio

$2,440/mo

1 BR

$2,550/mo

2 BR

$2,820/mo

3 BR

$3,510/mo

4 BR

$3,790/mo

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

October

Most expensive

June

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to October.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $2,074 – $2,806

19% belowArea: $3,000

1 BR

This building: $2,168 – $2,933

32% belowArea: $3,737

2 BR

This building: $2,397 – $3,243

41% belowArea: $4,800

3 BR

This building: $2,984 – $4,036

39% belowArea: $5,800

4 BR

This building: $3,222 – $4,359

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$3,000

$3,000

1 Bed

$2,550

$3,495 – $3,815

2 Bed

$2,820

$3,945 – $5,413

3 Bed

$3,510

$4,100 – $7,425

4 Bed

$3,790

$3,222 – $4,359

Range (P25 – P75)MedianBased on recent listings in Brooklyn

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Downtown Brooklyn

Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)

Asking rent

$4,678

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

3.1%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

25%

asking, since ~'16

Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.

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Rent trends.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

148 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

2647

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report

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Neighborhood risks.

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Violations, 311, & more.

hpd · dob · 311 · acris
last 7 years

Violation & Complaint Trends

Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

15 total

Heat/Hot Water
5
Door/Lock
4
Smoke/CO Detector
4

311Top Complaints

31 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
17
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
6
Illegal Parking
2
Abandoned Vehicle
2
Missed Collection
1

DOBTop Filings

5 total

DOB Violations
5

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(5 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 6, 2025
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 3, 2025
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 3, 2025
§ 27-2028, 2032 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FROM AN APPROVED CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEM, OR AN APPROVED SYSTEM OF GAS OR ELECTRICAL HEATING IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION FOR THE DWELLING UNIT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4R, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CNOV SENT OUTDec 3, 2025
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 4R, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 1, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF HOT WATER EXCEEDING MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 130 DEGREES AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES. IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4R, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 15 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Unit 2F Pros: Location is great. Right by Pratt. Steps to downtown fort greene. Cons: Could use some renovations. Advice to landlord: Perhaps upgrade the kitchen/bathrooms.

positiveMar 2022

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

OTHER

Good Cause
Rent Stabilized

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

12 ST JAMES PLACE ASS

Portfolio of 2 buildingsOWNER: ROGER COHENMail: 7401 RIDGE BLVD, BROOKLYN, NY, 11209

Portfolio-level grade reflects the landlord's buildings across NYC, weighted by unit count. Individual building grades may differ.

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.0

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1875Building constructed8 units · 4 floors
now12 ST JAMES PLACE ASSOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 2 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

11205 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11205

Violent97

Property618

Quality-of-life1,028

Total incidents1,743

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About this area.

Fort Greene · 11205

12 ST JAMES PLACE · Brooklyn · 40.689° N, -73.965° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby10 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

FULTON ST/GRAND AVB26B25
0.5 mi10 min
VANDERBILT AV/ATLANTIC AVB69
0.5 mi11 min
FULTON ST/GRAND AVB26B25
0.5 mi11 min
ATLANTIC AV/VANDERBILT AVB45
0.5 mi11 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 011 Purvis J. BehanElementary
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. 011 Purvis J. BehanElementary
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. 056 Lewis H. LatimerElementary
0.4 mi8 min
P.s. 056 Lewis H. LatimerElementary
0.4 mi8 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Community Partnership Charter SchoolK-8
0.2 mi4 min
Compass Charter SchoolElementary
0.3 mi7 min
Compass Charter SchoolElementary
0.3 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Bishop Loughlin Memorial High SchoolHigh School
0.3 mi5 min
Ohel ElozerHigh School
0.3 mi6 min
Starting Point - Bedford Stuyvesant
0.3 mi6 min

The neighborhood

Fort Greene

Fort Greene is Brooklyn's cultural powerhouse — BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music), the Pratt Institute campus, and Fort Greene Park create a neighborhood that's equal parts intellectual and stylish. DeKalb Avenue's restaurant scene punches well above its weight.

4,108buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$3,737median 1BR

50,319population$75kmedian income71%renters

CulturalArtsyWalkableDiverseHistoric

Explore Fort Greene

Neighborhood overview

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See full breakdown→

Incident type · 6-month trend · vs. New York City average

Rent trends in Fort Greene

Median rent & comparables→

1BR & 2BR averages · month-over-month · current listings

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Williamsburg· 0.47 mi Prospect Heights· 0.82 mi Carroll Gardens· 0.88 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 0.97 mi Williamsburg· 1.35 mi

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1875

Floors4

Total units8

Rent-stab units8

ClassC1

BBL3019320030

18701880189019001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1875

Building constructed

8 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

3 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 12 ST JAMES PLACE ASS

Portfolio includes 2 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMJan 29, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
HPDMEDIUMDec 6, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY
311MEDIUMDec 3, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
HPDMEDIUMDec 3, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY
HPDHIGHDec 3, 2025
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2028, 2032 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FROM AN APPROVED CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEM, OR AN APPROVED SYST
HPDHIGHDec 3, 2025
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSI
311MEDIUMDec 1, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMDec 1, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMAug 22, 2025
Noise — Noise: Construction Before/After Hours (NM1)
311MEDIUMApr 2, 2025
Lead — Lead Kit Request (Residential) (L10)

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,074 to $2,806 per month, with a median of $2,440.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,168 to $2,933 per month, with a median of $2,550.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,397 to $3,243 per month, with a median of $2,820.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,984 to $4,036 per month, with a median of $3,510.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.
How does rent at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11205 zip code: studio rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 39% below the neighborhood median.
Is 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?
Yes, 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is rent stabilized with 3 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to October could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
The registered owner of 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is 12 ST JAMES PLACE ASS. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?
12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by 12 ST JAMES PLACE ASS, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 15 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Yes, 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 15 housing violations and 31 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 have?
12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
There are 10 schools near 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 011 Purvis J. Behan (5 min walk), P.s. 011 Purvis J. Behan (5 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (8 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (8 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FULTON ST/GRAND AV (B26, B25), 0.50 mi away.
Is 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11205 zip code where 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is located had 1,743 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 97 violent crimes, 618 property crimes, and 1,028 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11205 for full details.
When was 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?
12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1875, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
12 ST JAMES PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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NYC-specific insights.

Rent stabilization and seismic safety

Rent stabilizationProtected

DHCR registration & tenant protections

Yes

rent stabilized

stabilized units

2024

since

Stabilized units have annual rent-increase caps set by the Rent Guidelines Board and lease-renewal rights.

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