What is the rent for a studio at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11212 zip code: studio rents are about 13% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 13% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 11% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 10% below the neighborhood median.

Is 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 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 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, while August is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 13% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

The registered owner of 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 is ROSS, TANIESHA. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 a good landlord?

158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, owned by ROSS, TANIESHA, has an overall grade of B (3.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 20 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Yes, 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 20 housing violations and 3 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What schools are near 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

There are 10 schools near 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include East Brooklyn Community High School (5 min walk), East Brooklyn Community High School (5 min walk), P.s. 219 Kennedy-King (5 min walk), P.s. 189 The Bilingual Center (5 min walk), Brooklyn Ascend Charter School 6 (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CLARKSON AV/REMSEN AV (B47), 0.32 mi away.

Is 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11212 zip code where 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 is located had 4,189 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 466 violent crimes, 873 property crimes, and 2,850 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11212 for full details.

When was 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 built and how many units does it have?

158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 was built in 1930, has 2 floors, contains 4 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

158 EAST 96 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Brownsville, NYC

Brownsville · Brooklyn, NY, 11212

Built 19302 floors4 unitsBBL 3046140038

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★1.01 reviews

Verified reviewsRTOwned byROSS, TANIESHA4 bldgs

158 EAST 96 STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11212

158 EAST 96 STREET is a mid-century 1930 building, 4 units in Brownsville, NYC. Owned by ROSS, TANIESHA. Public records show 20 open violations, 3 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations20last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews11.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age96 ybuilt 1930

311 complaints3last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

Studio

$2,150/mo

1 BR

$2,210/mo

2 BR

$2,480/mo

3 BR

$3,100/mo

4 BR

$3,330/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

August

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Potential savings: ~13% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

13% belowArea: $2,470

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

19% belowArea: $2,743

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

13% belowArea: $2,843

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

11% belowArea: $3,500

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

10% belowArea: $3,700

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$2,150

$2,142 – $6,531

1 Bed

$2,210

$2,588 – $2,914

2 Bed

$2,480

$2,688 – $2,914

3 Bed

$3,100

$3,058 – $3,700

4 Bed

$3,330

$3,650 – $3,850

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

East New York

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

Asking rent

$1,897

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

2.0%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

13%

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

172 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

2853

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

02 / 10

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

20 total

Pest Infestation
6
Door/Lock
2
Roof/Ceiling
2
Paint/Plaster
2
Water Leak
1

311Top Complaints

3 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
2
WATER LEAK
1

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 19, 2025
§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.
Class ANOV SENT OUTJun 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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 26, 2024
§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.
Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 9, 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.

See all 20 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

1.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

1★

100%

Unit 1D Pros: It’s a small building. You barely see other tenants. Cons: Landlord does not reply on time. If something gets broken in apartment or there is leaking from the ceiling or a hole in the wall. Landlord doesn…

negativeMay 2022

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

ROSS, TANIESHA

Portfolio of 4 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

3.8

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 4 total

See all 4 →

A-522 EAST 96 STREETBrooklyn8.6 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1930Building constructed4 units · 2 floors
nowROSS, TANIESHAOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 4 buildings · registration active through 2019-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

11212 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11212

Violent466

Property873

Quality-of-life2,850

Total incidents4,189

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About this area.

Brownsville · 11212

158 EAST 96 STREET · Brooklyn · 40.662° N, -73.923° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby6 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

CLARKSON AV/REMSEN AVB47
0.3 mi6 min
REMSEN AV/CLARKSON AVB17
0.3 mi7 min
REMSEN AV/E 56 STB17
0.3 mi7 min
KINGS HWY/E 94 STB7
0.4 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

East Brooklyn Community High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi5 min
East Brooklyn Community High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 219 Kennedy-KingElementary
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 189 The Bilingual CenterK-8
0.2 mi5 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Brooklyn Ascend Charter School 6Ungraded
0.1 mi3 min
Brooklyn Ascend Charter EsCharter
0.1 mi3 min
Brooklyn Ascend Charter SchoolK-12
0.1 mi3 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Kids-Centric, Inc Medgar Evers
0.3 mi5 min
Congregation Ohr MenachemElementary
0.5 mi9 min
Ateres Chaya MushkaElementary
0.5 mi10 min

The neighborhood

Brownsville

Brownsville has long been one of Brooklyn's toughest neighborhoods, but community-led organizations like the Brownsville Community Justice Center are driving change. Public housing dominates the landscape, rents are among the city's lowest, and a fierce sense of community persists.

7,105buildings tracked4.2avg LucidIQ$2,743median 1BR

84,006population$36kmedian income86%renters

AffordableResilientCommunity-RootedWorking-ClassEvolving

Explore Brownsville

Neighborhood overview

Brownsville→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 11212

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Brownsville

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

East New York· 0.96 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 1.26 mi Crown Heights· 1.3 mi East Flatbush· 1.32 mi Canarsie· 1.63 mi

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1930

Floors2

Total units4

ClassC3

BBL3046140038

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1930

Building constructed

4 units · 2 floors · class C3

now

Current owner: ROSS, TANIESHA

Portfolio includes 4 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
HPDHIGHNov 19, 2025
HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20
HPDLOWJun 9, 2025
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
HPDHIGHNov 26, 2024
HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20
HPDLOWApr 9, 2024
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
HPDHIGHNov 20, 2023
HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20
HPDLOWMar 22, 2023
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
311MEDIUMJan 14, 2023
WATER LEAK — HEAVY FLOW
311MEDIUMJan 9, 2023
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
HPDHIGHNov 7, 2022
HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11212 zip code: studio rents are about 13% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 13% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 11% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 10% below the neighborhood median.
Is 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 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 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, while August is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 13% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
The registered owner of 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 is ROSS, TANIESHA. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 a good landlord?
158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, owned by ROSS, TANIESHA, has an overall grade of B (3.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 20 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Yes, 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 20 housing violations and 3 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What schools are near 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
There are 10 schools near 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include East Brooklyn Community High School (5 min walk), East Brooklyn Community High School (5 min walk), P.s. 219 Kennedy-King (5 min walk), P.s. 189 The Bilingual Center (5 min walk), Brooklyn Ascend Charter School 6 (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CLARKSON AV/REMSEN AV (B47), 0.32 mi away.
Is 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11212 zip code where 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 is located had 4,189 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 466 violent crimes, 873 property crimes, and 2,850 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11212 for full details.
When was 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 built and how many units does it have?
158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 was built in 1930, has 2 floors, contains 4 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
158 EAST 96 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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