What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $2,586 per month.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $7,500 per month.

How does rent at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 22% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 70% above the neighborhood median.

Is 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?

Yes, 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is rent stabilized with 6 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

The registered owner of 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is RABI SHIMON REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by RABI SHIMON REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 10 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Yes, 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 10 housing violations and 65 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 allow pets?

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

There are 10 schools near 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 003 The Bedford Village (4 min walk), Bedford Academy High School (4 min walk), Bedford Academy High School (4 min walk), Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-Ahsep (5 min walk), Uncommon Collegiate Chs (5 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: BEDFORD AV/DEAN ST (B49), 0.40 mi away.

Is 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11216 zip code where 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1910, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC

Bedford-Stuyvesant · Brooklyn, NY, 11216

Built 19104 floors8 unitsBBL 3018270081

Current rent range

$2,586 – $7,500 / mo

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

Leave a review

★★★★★3.02 reviews

Verified reviewsRSOwned byRABI SHIMON REALTY LLC3 bldgs

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11216

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE is a prewar 1910 building, 8 units in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC. Owned by RABI SHIMON REALTY LLC. Public records show 19 open violations, 65 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 6 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations10last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews23.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units8DHCR records

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints65last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

1 BR

$2,586/mo

1 listing

3 BR

$7,500/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: $2,586 – $2,586

22% belowArea: $3,306

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,756

3 BR

This building: $7,500 – $7,500

70% aboveArea: $4,400

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

1 Bed1 listing

$3,306

$3,306

3 Bed1 listing

$4,400

$4,400

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

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Rental intelligence.

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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

144 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

4299

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

10 total

Paint/Plaster
3
Smoke/CO Detector
2
Pest Infestation
2
Water Leak
1
Window/Guard
1

311Top Complaints

65 total

Illegal Parking
35
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
8
Water System
7
Dirty Condition
3
Noise - Residential
2

DOBTop Filings

9 total

DOB Violations
9

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTJul 24, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4L, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BNOV SENT OUTJul 24, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE LOWER WINDOW SASH IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4L, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BNOV SENT OUTJul 24, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4L, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CNOV SENT OUTJul 24, 2026
§ 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 4L, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BNOV SENT OUTJul 24, 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 DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4L, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

See all 10 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

50%

3★

2★

50%

1★

Pros: Convenient location, management fairly responsive to problems Cons: Like many places, management will fix things but don't expect an entirely professional job.

positiveMay 2023

Anonymous

Pros: I really can’t think of anything .., I guess good coffee shops nearby Cons: Avoid the building like the plague. 9 violations says it all. These is a legit slumlord. Rats, rats everywhere the size of a small cat. A…

negativeJan 2021

Anonymous

View all 2 reviews

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

RABI SHIMON REALTY LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: SIMON ZIEGELMail: 143 ALBANY AVE, Brooklyn, NY, 11213

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.7

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed8 units · 4 floors
nowRABI SHIMON REALTY 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

139 JEFFERSON AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.683° N, -73.952° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby4 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

BEDFORD AV/DEAN STB49
0.4 mi8 min
NOSTRAND AV/PACIFIC STB44
0.4 mi8 min
DEAN ST/BEDFORD AVB65B49
0.4 mi8 min
DEAN ST/NOSTRAND AVB65
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 003 The Bedford VillageElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Bedford Academy High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
Bedford Academy High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-AhsepGED/Alt
0.2 mi5 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Uncommon Collegiate ChsCharter
0.2 mi5 min
Uncommon Collegiate Charter High SchoolCharter
0.3 mi5 min
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-Clinton Hill MiddleCharter
0.3 mi6 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Brooklyn Waldorf SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Talmud Torah D'nitraElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Starting Point - Bedford Stuyvesant
0.5 mi10 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.

8,172buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$3,306median 1BR

62,373population$93kmedian income75%renters

BrownstonesHistoricCulturalFoodieCommunity Feel

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Neighborhood overview

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See full breakdown→

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.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors4

Total units8

Rent-stab units8

ClassC1

BBL3018270081

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

8 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

6 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: RABI SHIMON REALTY LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDMEDIUMJul 24, 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
HPDMEDIUMJul 24, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE LOWER WINDOW SASH IN THE KITCHEN LOCAT
HPDMEDIUMJul 24, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE BAT
HPDHIGHJul 24, 2026
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
HPDMEDIUMJul 24, 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
HPDMEDIUMJul 24, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE EAST WALL IN THE K
HPDMEDIUMJul 24, 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 2nd
HPDMEDIUMJul 24, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK ABOVE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4L, 4th STORY,
311MEDIUMJul 20, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — CEILING
311MEDIUMJul 20, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — MOLD

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $2,586 per month.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $7,500 per month.
How does rent at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 22% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 70% above the neighborhood median.
Is 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?
Yes, 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is rent stabilized with 6 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
The registered owner of 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is RABI SHIMON REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?
139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by RABI SHIMON REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 10 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Yes, 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 10 housing violations and 65 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?
139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 allow pets?
139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
There are 10 schools near 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 003 The Bedford Village (4 min walk), Bedford Academy High School (4 min walk), Bedford Academy High School (4 min walk), Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-Ahsep (5 min walk), Uncommon Collegiate Chs (5 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: BEDFORD AV/DEAN ST (B49), 0.40 mi away.
Is 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11216 zip code where 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?
139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1910, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
139 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.0 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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