What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $3,600 per month.

How does rent at 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 4% below the neighborhood median.

Is 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?

Yes, 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is rent stabilized with 1 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 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

The registered owner of 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is SCHEFA TOV LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?

126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by SCHEFA TOV LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 22 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Yes, 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 22 housing violations and 19 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?

126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 3 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

There are 10 schools near 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 093 William H. Prescott (3 min walk), Restoration Academy (3 min walk), P.s. K140 (5 min walk), Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-Ahsep (7 min walk), Uncommon Bed-Stuy West Charter School Nyc (5 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NOSTRAND AV/BERGEN ST (B44), 0.28 mi away.

Is 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11216 zip code where 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is located had 3,212 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 266 violent crimes, 1,051 property crimes, and 1,895 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11216 for full details.

When was 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?

126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1910, has 4 floors, contains 12 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

126 HERKIMER STREET — Rent Intelligence for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC

Bedford-Stuyvesant · Brooklyn, NY, 11216

Built 19104 floors12 unitsBBL 3018670020

Current rent range

$3,600 – $3,600 / mo

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

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★★★★★4.02 reviews

Verified reviewsSTOwned bySCHEFA TOV LLC3 bldgs

126 HERKIMER STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11216

126 HERKIMER STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 12 units in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC. Owned by SCHEFA TOV LLC. Public records show 22 open violations, 19 311 complaints, 1 active litigation matter on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 1 unit (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations22last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews24.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units12DHCR records

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints19last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

2 BR

$3,600/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

February

Most expensive

June

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

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,306

2 BR

This building: $3,600 – $3,600

4% belowArea: $3,756

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,400

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

2 Bed1 listing

$3,756

$3,756

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

124 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

3883

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

22 total

Door/Lock
5
Pest Infestation
5
Paint/Plaster
3
Mold/Mildew
2
Roof/Ceiling
1

311Top Complaints

19 total

Noise - Residential
23
Rodent
9
HEAT/HOT WATER
8
UNSANITARY CONDITION
6
Dirty Condition
5

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(4 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTMay 4, 2026
(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 9, 2025
(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 29, 2024
§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 10, 2024
(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDOct 2, 2023
§ 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 ... AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 2nd STORY

See all 22 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

50%

4★

3★

50%

2★

1★

Pros: the people who live in this building are great, i love my neighbors - noise doesnt travel in this building so that’s never an issue - the location is perfect distance from groceries and the train Cons: rats outsid…

positiveAug 2021

Anonymous

Pros: I’ve lived here for about 2 years and resigned for a third. Overall, the building is good because the apartments are nice. High ceilings, tasteful finishes, sconce lighting instead of overhead, that kind of thing.…

mixedAug 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

OTHER

Good Cause
Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

SCHEFA TOV LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: YITZ LEVOITZMail: 986 BEDFORD AVE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205

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

1910Building constructed12 units · 4 floors
nowSCHEFA TOV LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

11216 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11216

Violent266

Property1,051

Quality-of-life1,895

Total incidents3,212

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About this area.

Bedford-Stuyvesant · 11216

126 HERKIMER STREET · Brooklyn · 40.680° N, -73.949° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby6 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

NOSTRAND AV/BERGEN STB44
0.3 mi6 min
ROGERS AV/ST MARKS AVB49
0.3 mi7 min
NEW YORK AV/PROSPECT PLB44
0.4 mi7 min
BROOKLYN AV/BERGEN STB43
0.4 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 093 William H. PrescottElementary
0.1 mi3 min
Restoration AcademyMiddle School
0.1 mi3 min
P.s. K140K-8
0.2 mi5 min
Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-AhsepGED/Alt
0.4 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Uncommon Bed-Stuy West Charter School NycK-12
0.2 mi5 min
Uncommon Collegiate ChsCharter
0.4 mi7 min
Uncommon Collegiate Charter High SchoolCharter
0.4 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Brooklyn Waldorf SchoolElementary
0.5 mi10 min
German School Brooklyn
0.5 mi11 min
Lighthouse Early Learning Center
0.6 mi13 min

The neighborhood

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Bed-Stuy is Brooklyn's brownstone capital — block after block of stunning Victorian and Romanesque row houses, many beautifully restored. The neighborhood's Black cultural heritage runs deep (Biggie grew up here), and the restaurant scene on Tompkins and Lewis Avenues has exploded.

8,145buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$3,306median 1BR

62,373population$93kmedian income75%renters

BrownstonesHistoricCulturalFoodieCommunity Feel

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Neighborhood overview

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

Rent trends in Bedford-Stuyvesant

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Carroll Gardens· 0.1 mi Prospect Heights· 0.39 mi Fort Greene· 0.97 mi Park Slope· 1.09 mi Crown Heights· 1.18 mi

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors4

Total units12

Rent-stab units12

ClassC1

BBL3018670020

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

12 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

1 stabilized unit registered.

now

Current owner: SCHEFA TOV LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWMay 4, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR
311MEDIUMDec 13, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 30, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 2, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMNov 2, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMOct 11, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMOct 11, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJul 8, 2025
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMJun 29, 2025
Illegal Dumping — Removal Request
311MEDIUMJun 28, 2025
Illegal Dumping — Removal Request

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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 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $3,600 per month.
How does rent at 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 4% below the neighborhood median.
Is 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?
Yes, 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is rent stabilized with 1 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 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
The registered owner of 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is SCHEFA TOV LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?
126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by SCHEFA TOV LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 22 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Yes, 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 22 housing violations and 19 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?
126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 3 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
There are 10 schools near 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 093 William H. Prescott (3 min walk), Restoration Academy (3 min walk), P.s. K140 (5 min walk), Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-Ahsep (7 min walk), Uncommon Bed-Stuy West Charter School Nyc (5 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NOSTRAND AV/BERGEN ST (B44), 0.28 mi away.
Is 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11216 zip code where 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is located had 3,212 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 266 violent crimes, 1,051 property crimes, and 1,895 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11216 for full details.
When was 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?
126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1910, has 4 floors, contains 12 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
126 HERKIMER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

10 / 10

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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