What is the rent for a studio at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 ranges from $2,023 to $2,737 per month, with a median of $2,380.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 ranges from $2,338 to $3,162 per month, with a median of $2,750.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 ranges from $2,916 to $3,944 per month, with a median of $3,430.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 ranges from $3,145 to $4,255 per month, with a median of $3,700.

How does rent at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11218 zip code: studio rents are about 37% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median.

Is 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.

Is the landlord of 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 a good landlord?

1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, owned by 554 FIFTH AVENUE ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Has 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has 14 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

There are 10 schools near 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis High School (5 min walk), Repertory Company High School For Theatre Arts (5 min walk), Ged - P2g - Project Rousseau - Ahsep (10 min walk), Professional Performing Arts High School (12 min walk), Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx) (13 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: MADISON AV/E 35 ST (BxM7), 0.53 mi away.

Is 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11218 zip code where 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is located had 1,352 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 127 violent crimes, 474 property crimes, and 751 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11218 for full details.

When was 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 built and how many units does it have?

1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 was built in 1909, has 6 floors, contains 7 total units.

1261 38 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Kensington, NYC

Kensington · Brooklyn, NY, 11218

Built 19096 floors7 unitsBBL 1012610038

Current rent range

$2,023 – $4,255 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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Verified reviews5FOwned by554 FIFTH AVENUE ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP3 bldgs

1261 38 STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11218

1261 38 STREET is a prewar 1909 building, 6 floors, 7 units in Kensington, NYC. Owned by 554 FIFTH AVENUE ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP. Public records show 14 open violations on file.

HPD violations0last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age117 ybuilt 1909

311 complaints0last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$2,380/mo

1 BR

$2,480/mo

2 BR

$2,750/mo

3 BR

$3,430/mo

4 BR

$3,700/mo

Compare this building's listings above against the neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

May

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Potential savings: ~12% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $2,023 – $2,737

37% belowArea: $3,773

1 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

32% belowArea: $3,650

2 BR

This building: $2,338 – $3,162

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $2,916 – $3,944

19% belowArea: $4,250

4 BR

This building: $3,145 – $4,255

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$3,773

$3,773

1 Bed

$3,650

$3,650

2 Bed

$2,750

$2,338 – $3,162

3 Bed

$4,250

$4,250

4 Bed

$3,700

$3,145 – $4,255

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

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

295 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

203

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

1400

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

Steady

HPDTop Violations

0 total

No violations
0

311Top Complaints

0 total

No complaints
0

DOBTop Filings

14 total

DOB Violations
14

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Recent records

Last 7 years

—NO RECORDS—
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.

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The landlord.

554 FIFTH AVENUE ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Portfolio of 3 buildings

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1909Building constructed7 units · 6 floors
now554 FIFTH AVENUE ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIPOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings.

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Crime & safety.

11218 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11218

Violent127

Property474

Quality-of-life751

Total incidents1,352

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About this area.

Kensington · 11218

1261 38 STREET · Brooklyn · 40.756° N, -73.980° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby11 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

MADISON AV/E 35 STBxM7
0.5 mi11 min
LEXINGTON AV/E 37 STM101M102M103
0.5 mi11 min
MADISON AV/E 35 STM2M1
0.5 mi11 min
3 AV/E 38 STQM35QM31QM36
0.6 mi11 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi5 min
Repertory Company High School For Theatre ArtsHigh School
0.3 mi5 min
Ged - P2g - Project Rousseau - AhsepGED/Alt
0.5 mi10 min
Professional Performing Arts High SchoolSecondary
0.6 mi12 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx)Charter
0.7 mi13 min
Success Academy Charter High School Of The Liberal ArtsCharter
0.7 mi13 min
Success Academy Charter School - Hell's KitchenElementary
0.8 mi16 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Lebanese American University-NycCollege
0.4 mi9 min
American University Of BeirutCollege
0.5 mi10 min
Beekman SchoolHigh School
0.5 mi10 min

The neighborhood

Kensington

Kensington is one of Brooklyn's most diverse neighborhoods — Bangladeshi, Pakistani, Mexican, and Orthodox Jewish communities share these quiet residential blocks. Church Avenue's food scene is a global tour, and Prospect Park's southern entrance is just up the hill.

8,775buildings tracked4.6avg LucidIQ$3,650median 1BR

73,318population$88kmedian income62%renters

DiverseAffordableResidentialGlobal FoodQuiet

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

Rent trends in Kensington

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Borough Park· 1.13 mi Flatbush· 1.16 mi Midwood· 1.41 mi Bensonhurst· 1.62 mi Park Slope· 1.62 mi

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About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1909

Floors6

Total units7

ClassO5

BBL1012610038

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1909

Building constructed

7 units · 6 floors · class O5

now

Current owner: 554 FIFTH AVENUE ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 ranges from $2,023 to $2,737 per month, with a median of $2,380.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 ranges from $2,338 to $3,162 per month, with a median of $2,750.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 ranges from $2,916 to $3,944 per month, with a median of $3,430.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 ranges from $3,145 to $4,255 per month, with a median of $3,700.
How does rent at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11218 zip code: studio rents are about 37% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median.
Is 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
The registered owner of 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is 554 FIFTH AVENUE ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 a good landlord?
1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, owned by 554 FIFTH AVENUE ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Has 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has 14 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
There are 10 schools near 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis High School (5 min walk), Repertory Company High School For Theatre Arts (5 min walk), Ged - P2g - Project Rousseau - Ahsep (10 min walk), Professional Performing Arts High School (12 min walk), Success Academy Charter High School Of Liberal Arts (bx) (13 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: MADISON AV/E 35 ST (BxM7), 0.53 mi away.
Is 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11218 zip code where 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is located had 1,352 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 127 violent crimes, 474 property crimes, and 751 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11218 for full details.
When was 1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 built and how many units does it have?
1261 38 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 was built in 1909, has 6 floors, contains 7 total units.

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