What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $2,590 to $2,690 per month, with a median of $2,640.

How does rent at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11230 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 25% below the neighborhood median.

Is 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 rent stabilized?

Yes, 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is rent stabilized with 69 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

The registered owner of 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is 1521 OCEAN LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 a good landlord?

1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, owned by 1521 OCEAN LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.8/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 55 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Yes, 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 55 housing violations and 165 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 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Yes, there are 1 eviction record on file for 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230. The most recent was in March 2026. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.

What amenities does 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 have?

1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 offers 5 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

There are 10 schools near 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 193 Gil Hodges (8 min walk), Edward R. Murrow High School (8 min walk), Ged-P2g-Edward Murrow Hs - Ashep (8 min walk), Ged - P2g - Brooklyn College - Ahsep (10 min walk), Urban Dove Team Charter School (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV /AVENUE K (B49, BM4, BM1, BM3), 0.09 mi away.

Is 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11230 zip code where 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is located had 1,329 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 76 violent crimes, 519 property crimes, and 734 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11230 for full details.

When was 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 built and how many units does it have?

1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 was built in 1925, has 6 floors, contains 70 total units.

How energy efficient is 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has an ENERGY STAR score of 57 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 83.3 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).

What do tenants say about living at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

1521 OCEAN AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Midwood, NYC

Midwood · Brooklyn, NY, 11230

Built 19256 floors70 unitsBBL 3076020029

Current rent range

$2,590 – $2,690 / mo

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

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★★★★★4.02 reviews

Verified reviews1OOwned by1521 OCEAN LLC3 bldgs

1521 OCEAN AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11230

1521 OCEAN AVENUE is a prewar 1925 building, 6 floors, 70 units in Midwood, NYC. Owned by 1521 OCEAN LLC. Public records show 81 open violations, 165 311 complaints, 4 active litigation matters on file. Tenant-impact history includes 1 eviction. Risk signals: 2 bedbug reports. Rent stabilization on file covers 69 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations55last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed1last 7 years

Tenant reviews24.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units70DHCR records

Building age101 ybuilt 1925

311 complaints165last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

2 BR

$2,640/mo

19 listings

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

January

Most expensive

June

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Potential savings: ~10% by timing your move to January.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,400

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,782

2 BR

This building: $2,590 – $2,690

25% belowArea: $3,535

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,435

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

2 Bed19 listings

$2,640

$3,195 – $3,650

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Rent trends.

Flatbush

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

Asking rent

$2,103

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

0.4%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

11%

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

66 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

1025

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

55 total

Smoke/CO Detector
10
Paint/Plaster
9
Door/Lock
7
Pest Infestation
6
Water Leak
5

311Top Complaints

165 total

Noise - Residential
65
PAINT/PLASTER
18
UNSANITARY CONDITION
16
APPLIANCE
11
FLOORING/STAIRS
10

DOBTop Filings

26 total

DOB Violations
26

EvictionsEvictions

1 filed

Evictions filed
1

Violations by Unit

(13 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BCIV14 MAILEDJun 25, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GROUT AT EAST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT C4, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION AT SOUTH
Class BCIV14 MAILEDJun 25, 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 C4, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION AT SOUTH
Class BCIV14 MAILEDJun 25, 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 C4, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION AT SOUTH
Class BCIV14 MAILEDJun 25, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CAULKING AROUND BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT C4, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION AT SOUTH
Class BCIV14 MAILEDJun 25, 2026
§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS FAUCET AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT C4, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION AT SOUTH

See all 55 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Unit E3 Pros: The super is the best, they fix everything pretty fast. Cons: The landlord tried to raise rent every 6 months. The landlord is very money hungry and tries to scam me for money stating they have less money…

positiveAug 2023

Anonymous

Pros: I moved here a week ago. I would say I am in love in my apartment, it’s very specious, ceilings are very high, lots of windows, 3 closets, apt is very nicely renovated AND it’s rent stabilized! The super is very ni…

positiveSep 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

5 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
Rent Stabilized
Good Cause
Has Evictions

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

1521 OCEAN LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: JOEL MIZRAHIMail: 81 PULASKI STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11206

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.8

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1925Building constructed70 units · 6 floors
now1521 OCEAN 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.

11230 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11230

Violent76

Property519

Quality-of-life734

Total incidents1,329

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About this area.

Midwood · 11230

1521 OCEAN AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.625° N, -73.956° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby2 min

7 schools nearby8 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

OCEAN AV /AVENUE KB49BM4BM1BM3
0.1 mi2 min
AVENUE K / OCEAN AVBM4BM1
0.1 mi2 min
OCEAN AV / AVENUE KBM3B49
0.1 mi2 min
AVENUE K / BEDFORD AVBM1BM4
0.3 mi5 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 193 Gil HodgesElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Edward R. Murrow High SchoolHigh School
0.4 mi8 min
Ged-P2g-Edward Murrow Hs - AshepGED/Alt
0.4 mi8 min
Ged - P2g - Brooklyn College - AhsepGED/Alt
0.5 mi10 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Urban Dove Team Charter SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
Urban Dove Team Charter SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
Urban Dove Team Charter School VCharter
0.2 mi4 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Yeshiva Of Flatbush-Joel Braverman HHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
Masores Bais Yaakov High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi5 min
Masores Bais Yaakov ElementaryElementary
0.2 mi5 min

The neighborhood

Midwood

Midwood is a quiet, leafy Brooklyn neighborhood with a strong Orthodox Jewish community centered on Ocean Avenue and Avenue J. The commercial strips are modest but functional, and the neighborhood offers the kind of stable, family-oriented living that's increasingly hard to find in the borough.

10,311buildings tracked3.5avg LucidIQ$2,782median 1BR

90,245population$65kmedian income70%renters

Orthodox JewishQuietLeafyFamily-FriendlyAffordable

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Neighborhood overview

Midwood→

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See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Midwood

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Bensonhurst· 0.88 mi Gravesend· 0.97 mi Flatbush· 1.19 mi Kensington· 1.41 mi Flatbush· 1.57 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 built1925

Floors6

Total units70

Rent-stab units70

ClassD1

BBL3076020029

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1925

Building constructed

70 units · 6 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

69 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 1521 OCEAN LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDMEDIUMJun 25, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS FAUCET AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT C4, 3rd ST
HPDMEDIUMJun 25, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CAULKING AROUND BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM
HPDMEDIUMJun 25, 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
HPDMEDIUMJun 25, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GROUT AT EAST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCA
HPDMEDIUMJun 25, 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
HPDHIGHJun 24, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5C, 3rd STO
HPDMEDIUMJun 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
HPDHIGHJun 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
HPDLOWJun 24, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — §27-2104(B) HMC POST A PROPER NOTICE REGARDING RENT STABILIZATION LAW, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, IN A CONS
HPDMEDIUMJun 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

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $2,590 to $2,690 per month, with a median of $2,640.
How does rent at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11230 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 25% below the neighborhood median.
Is 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 rent stabilized?
Yes, 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is rent stabilized with 69 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to January could save approximately 10% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
The registered owner of 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is 1521 OCEAN LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 a good landlord?
1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, owned by 1521 OCEAN LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.8/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 55 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Yes, 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 55 housing violations and 165 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 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Yes, there are 1 eviction record on file for 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230. The most recent was in March 2026. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.
What amenities does 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 have?
1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 offers 5 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
There are 10 schools near 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 193 Gil Hodges (8 min walk), Edward R. Murrow High School (8 min walk), Ged-P2g-Edward Murrow Hs - Ashep (8 min walk), Ged - P2g - Brooklyn College - Ahsep (10 min walk), Urban Dove Team Charter School (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV /AVENUE K (B49, BM4, BM1, BM3), 0.09 mi away.
Is 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11230 zip code where 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is located had 1,329 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 76 violent crimes, 519 property crimes, and 734 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11230 for full details.
When was 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 built and how many units does it have?
1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 was built in 1925, has 6 floors, contains 70 total units.
How energy efficient is 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has an ENERGY STAR score of 57 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 83.3 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).
What do tenants say about living at 1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
1521 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 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.

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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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