What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 is approximately $2,550 per month.

How does rent at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11203 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 15% below the neighborhood median.

Is 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 rent stabilized?

Yes, 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 is rent stabilized with 35 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?

Based on historical listing data, April tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203, while October is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to April could save approximately 5% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?

The registered owner of 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 is GAN EAST LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 a good landlord?

126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203, owned by GAN EAST LLC, has an overall grade of D (1.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 339 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?

126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 has an overall grade of D with a score of 1.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?

Yes, 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 has 339 housing violations and 311 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Are there eviction filings at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?

Yes, there are 3 eviction records on file for 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.

What amenities does 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 have?

126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 allow pets?

126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.

What schools are near 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?

There are 10 schools near 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 268 Emma Lazarus (1 min walk), The Middle School Of Media, Law And Fine Arts (3 min walk), P.s. 219 Kennedy-King (7 min walk), P.s. 135 Sheldon A. Brookner (7 min walk), Uncommon Kings Charter School Nyc (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?

126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: UTICA AV/LINDEN BLVD (B46), 0.28 mi away.

Is 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11203 zip code where 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 is located had 2,757 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 268 violent crimes, 571 property crimes, and 1,918 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11203 for full details.

When was 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 built and how many units does it have?

126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 was built in 1929, has 4 floors, contains 31 total units, 25 of which are residential.

How energy efficient is 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?

126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 has an ENERGY STAR score of 9 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 107.7 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.

What do tenants say about living at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?

126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

126 EAST 53 STREET — Rent Intelligence for East Flatbush, NYC

East Flatbush · Brooklyn, NY, 11203

Built 19294 floors31 unitsBBL 3046220029

Current rent range

$2,550 – $2,550 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★1.02 reviews

Verified reviewsGEOwned byGAN EAST LLC3 bldgs

126 EAST 53 STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11203

126 EAST 53 STREET is a mid-century 1929 building, 31 units in East Flatbush, NYC. Owned by GAN EAST LLC. Public records show 343 open violations, 311 311 complaints, 3 active litigation matters on file. Tenant-impact history includes 3 evictions. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 35 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations339last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed3last 7 years

Tenant reviews21.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units31DHCR records

Building age97 ybuilt 1929

311 complaints311last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

2 BR

$2,550/mo

1 listing

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

April

Most expensive

October

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Potential savings: ~5% by timing your move to April.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,498

2 BR

This building: $2,550 – $2,550

15% belowArea: $3,000

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,248

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

2 Bed1 listing

$2,550

$2,795 – $3,250

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

138 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

2417

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

339 total

Paint/Plaster
101
Door/Lock
49
Pest Infestation
33
Water Leak
32
Smoke/CO Detector
24

311Top Complaints

311 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
172
PAINT/PLASTER
22
UNSANITARY CONDITION
21
WATER LEAK
20
PLUMBING
19

DOBTop Filings

4 total

DOB Violations
4

EvictionsEvictions

3 filed

Evictions filed
3

Violations by Unit

(22 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 23, 2026
§ 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE AT FRONT YARD
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 23, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT B6, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 23, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT B6, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 23, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B6, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 23, 2026
§ 27-2021 ADM CODE PROVIDE SUFFICIENT, PROPER AND SEPARATE METAL RECEPTACLES FOR THE DEPOSIT OF GARBAGE, RUBBISH AND OTHER WASTE MATERIAL AND ARRANGE FOR COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF SUCH MATERIAL.

See all 339 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

1.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

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4★

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1★

100%

Pros: Pre war apt so rooms are large, ceilings are high. Cons: Full of mice and roaches, horrible maintenance of building, building grounds and Apts. Every super they hire sucks, gets fed up because they only hire one…

negativeDec 2023

Anonymous

Pros: Large apartments and rooms. Good water pressure (when there is water) Cons: Horrible money hungry management. Every super this building gets (3 different ones in 4 yrs) is Horrible & do not know how to do anything…

negativeJan 2023

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Fios Available

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

GAN EAST LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: VON WILLMSMail: 139 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.4

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

B+902 CLARKSON AVENUEBrooklyn7.4 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1929Building constructed31 units · 4 floors
nowGAN EAST LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

11203 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11203

Violent268

Property571

Quality-of-life1,918

Total incidents2,757

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About this area.

East Flatbush · 11203

126 EAST 53 STREET · Brooklyn · 40.657° N, -73.928° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby6 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

UTICA AV/LINDEN BLVDB46
0.3 mi6 min
UTICA AV/CHURCH AVB46
0.3 mi7 min
CHURCH AV/E 52 STB35
0.3 mi7 min
CHURCH AV/E 52 STB35
0.3 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 268 Emma LazarusElementary
0.0 mi1 min
The Middle School Of Media, Law And Fine ArtsMiddle School
0.1 mi3 min
P.s. 219 Kennedy-KingElementary
0.3 mi7 min
P.s. 135 Sheldon A. BrooknerElementary
0.4 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Uncommon Kings Charter School NycCharter
0.1 mi3 min
Lamad Averne Academy Charter SchoolCharter
0.3 mi7 min
Lamad Academy Charter SchoolMiddle School
0.3 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Battalion Christian AcademyElementary
0.4 mi7 min
Ateres Chaya MushkaElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Medgar Evers
0.4 mi8 min

The neighborhood

East Flatbush

East Flatbush is one of Brooklyn's most Caribbean neighborhoods — Jamaican patty shops, Trinidadian roti spots, and Haitian bakeries line the avenues. It's residential, affordable, and deeply community-oriented, with the Kings County Hospital anchoring the area.

11,823buildings tracked4.7avg LucidIQ$2,498median 1BR

78,506population$68kmedian income61%renters

Caribbean CultureAffordableResidentialFamily-OrientedCommunity-Rooted

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Neighborhood overview

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

Rent trends in East Flatbush

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Flatbush· 1.1 mi Brownsville· 1.32 mi Crown Heights· 1.33 mi Flatbush· 1.53 mi Crown Heights· 1.53 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 built1929

Floors4

Total units31

Rent-stab units31

ClassC7

BBL3046220029

BIN3100250

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1929

Building constructed

31 units · 4 floors · class C7

2024

Rent stabilization on file

35 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: GAN EAST LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDMEDIUMApr 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 1st
HPDMEDIUMApr 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MON
HPDMEDIUMApr 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATE
HPDMEDIUMApr 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEV
HPDMEDIUMApr 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING ESCUTCHEON PLATE AT RISER AT THE CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT B
HPDLOWApr 23, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 0 SQ FT AT WINDOW RECESS
HPDHIGHApr 23, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — 567 (C) § 27-2017, 27-2017.1, 27-2017.4, 27-2017.5, 27-2017.8, 27-2019, 27-2021 HMC: ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF EV
HPDMEDIUMApr 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT EAST WALL AND CEILI
HPDMEDIUMApr 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATH
HPDHIGHApr 23, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B6, 2nd STO

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 is approximately $2,550 per month.
How does rent at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11203 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 15% below the neighborhood median.
Is 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 rent stabilized?
Yes, 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 is rent stabilized with 35 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?
Based on historical listing data, April tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203, while October is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to April could save approximately 5% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?
The registered owner of 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 is GAN EAST LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 a good landlord?
126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203, owned by GAN EAST LLC, has an overall grade of D (1.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 339 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?
126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 has an overall grade of D with a score of 1.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?
Yes, 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 has 339 housing violations and 311 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Are there eviction filings at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?
Yes, there are 3 eviction records on file for 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.
What amenities does 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 have?
126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 allow pets?
126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.
What schools are near 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?
There are 10 schools near 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 268 Emma Lazarus (1 min walk), The Middle School Of Media, Law And Fine Arts (3 min walk), P.s. 219 Kennedy-King (7 min walk), P.s. 135 Sheldon A. Brookner (7 min walk), Uncommon Kings Charter School Nyc (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?
126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: UTICA AV/LINDEN BLVD (B46), 0.28 mi away.
Is 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11203 zip code where 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 is located had 2,757 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 268 violent crimes, 571 property crimes, and 1,918 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11203 for full details.
When was 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 built and how many units does it have?
126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 was built in 1929, has 4 floors, contains 31 total units, 25 of which are residential.
How energy efficient is 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?
126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 has an ENERGY STAR score of 9 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 107.7 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.
What do tenants say about living at 126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203?
126 EAST 53 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11203 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 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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