What is the rent for a studio at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 ranges from $2,423 to $3,277 per month, with a median of $2,850.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 ranges from $2,525 to $3,415 per month, with a median of $2,970.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 ranges from $2,797 to $3,783 per month, with a median of $3,290.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 ranges from $3,485 to $4,715 per month, with a median of $4,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 ranges from $3,757 to $5,083 per month, with a median of $4,420.

How does rent at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11222 zip code: studio rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 36% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 16% below the neighborhood median.

Is 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 rent stabilized?

Yes, 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 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 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

Based on historical listing data, May tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, while January is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to May could save approximately 5% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

The registered owner of 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 is 159 NEWEL STREET OWNER LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 a good landlord?

159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, owned by 159 NEWEL STREET OWNER LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 12 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

Yes, 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 has 12 housing violations and 53 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 have?

159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 offers 3 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

There are 10 schools near 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 034 Oliver H. Perry (2 min walk), P.s. 031 Samuel F. Dupont (5 min walk), P.s. 031 Samuel F. Dupont (5 min walk), A-Tech High School (9 min walk), Northside Charter High School (11 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NASSAU AV/NEWEL ST (B48), 0.21 mi away.

Is 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11222 zip code where 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 is located had 980 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 64 violent crimes, 395 property crimes, and 521 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11222 for full details.

When was 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 built and how many units does it have?

159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 was built in 1930, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?

159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

159 NEWEL STREET — Rent Intelligence for Greenpoint, NYC

Greenpoint · Brooklyn, NY, 11222

Built 19304 floors8 unitsBBL 3026230012

Current rent range

$2,423 – $5,083 / mo

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

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★★★★★3.02 reviews

Verified reviews1NOwned by159 NEWEL STREET OWNER LLC3 bldgs

159 NEWEL STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11222

159 NEWEL STREET is a mid-century 1930 building, 8 units in Greenpoint, NYC. Owned by 159 NEWEL STREET OWNER LLC. Public records show 23 open violations, 53 311 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 violations12last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews23.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units8DHCR records

Building age96 ybuilt 1930

311 complaints53last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$2,850/mo

1 BR

$2,970/mo

2 BR

$3,290/mo

3 BR

$4,100/mo

4 BR

$4,420/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

May

Most expensive

January

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~5% by timing your move to May.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $2,423 – $3,277

23% belowArea: $3,697

1 BR

This building: $2,525 – $3,415

36% belowArea: $4,675

2 BR

This building: $2,797 – $3,783

16% belowArea: $3,900

3 BR

This building: $3,485 – $4,715

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $3,757 – $5,083

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$3,697

$3,697

1 Bed

$4,675

$4,675

2 Bed

$3,900

$3,900

3 Bed

$4,100

$3,485 – $4,715

4 Bed

$4,420

$3,757 – $5,083

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

149 nearby

within 0.75 mi

Public-safety

shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders

24/7 Noise

sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic

Environmental

106

brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation

Block-level

1884

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

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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

Steady

HPDTop Violations

12 total

Door/Lock
6
Pest Infestation
2
Heat/Hot Water
1
Water Leak
1

311Top Complaints

53 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
27
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
6
Rodent
5
UNSANITARY CONDITION
4
Noise - Residential
4

DOBTop Filings

11 total

DOB Violations
11

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(4 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CFIRST NO ACCESS TO RE- INSPECT VIOLATIONMar 4, 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 AT BOILER ROOM AT BASEMENT
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDJan 25, 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 2L, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 3, 2025
§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BASEMENT AT BOILER ROOM
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDDec 3, 2025
§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3L, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 10, 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.

See all 12 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

50%

3★

2★

50%

1★

Pros: The units have been nicely renovated with modern appliances, and have tall ceilings and hardwood floors. Cons: The heating/cooling system is old. We had water leak out of our ceiling multiple times.

positiveJan 2024

Anonymous

Pros: Newish appliances in kitchen Cons: Incredibly small, with broken windows, floorboards and major cockroach and mouse infestation

negativeMar 2023

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

OTHER

Good Cause
Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized

04 / 09

Building amenities.

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The landlord.

159 NEWEL STREET OWNER LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: Sean LefkovitsMail: 718 c, Brooklyn, NY, 11231

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.0

avg score / 5

B-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1930Building constructed8 units · 4 floors
now159 NEWEL STREET OWNER 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.

11222 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11222

Violent64

Property395

Quality-of-life521

Total incidents980

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About this area.

Greenpoint · 11222

159 NEWEL STREET · Brooklyn · 40.728° N, -73.949° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby4 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

NASSAU AV/NEWEL STB48
0.2 mi4 min
NASSAU AV/MCGUINNESS BLVDB48
0.2 mi4 min
MANHATTAN AV/NORMAN AVB62B43
0.2 mi4 min
NASSAU AV/ECKFORD STB48
0.2 mi5 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 034 Oliver H. PerryElementary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 031 Samuel F. DupontElementary
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. 031 Samuel F. DupontElementary
0.3 mi5 min
A-Tech High SchoolHigh School
0.4 mi9 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Northside Charter High SchoolHigh School
0.6 mi11 min
Bedford Stuy New Beginnings ChsCharter
0.7 mi14 min
Unity Preparatory Upper Charter School Of BrooklynCharter
0.9 mi18 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Ucp Of Nyc - The Greenpoint School
0.2 mi5 min
St Stanislaus Kostka Catholic AcadElementary
0.3 mi7 min
Ms Lam Montessori SchoolElementary
0.7 mi15 min

The neighborhood

Greenpoint

Greenpoint is Brooklyn's Polish heartland turned hipster haven — pierogi shops and old-school bakeries on Manhattan Avenue coexist with craft cocktail bars and vintage stores. McCarren Park hosts weekend soccer and summer concerts, and the East River ferry provides a scenic commute.

6,595buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$4,675median 1BR

40,137population$126kmedian income82%renters

Polish HeritageHipsterWalkableWaterfrontCommunity Feel

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Neighborhood overview

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

Rent trends in Greenpoint

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

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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 built1930

Floors4

Total units8

Rent-stab units8

ClassC1

BBL3026230012

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1930

Building constructed

8 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

1 stabilized unit registered.

now

Current owner: 159 NEWEL STREET OWNER LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDHIGHMar 4, 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
311MEDIUMFeb 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 25, 2026
Lead — Lead Kit Request (Residential) (L10)
311MEDIUMFeb 8, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
HPDHIGHJan 25, 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
311MEDIUMJan 23, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 23, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 23, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 23, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 23, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 ranges from $2,423 to $3,277 per month, with a median of $2,850.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 ranges from $2,525 to $3,415 per month, with a median of $2,970.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 ranges from $2,797 to $3,783 per month, with a median of $3,290.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 ranges from $3,485 to $4,715 per month, with a median of $4,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 ranges from $3,757 to $5,083 per month, with a median of $4,420.
How does rent at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11222 zip code: studio rents are about 23% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 36% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 16% below the neighborhood median.
Is 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 rent stabilized?
Yes, 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 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 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
Based on historical listing data, May tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, while January is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to May could save approximately 5% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
The registered owner of 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 is 159 NEWEL STREET OWNER LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 a good landlord?
159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, owned by 159 NEWEL STREET OWNER LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 12 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
Yes, 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 has 12 housing violations and 53 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 have?
159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 offers 3 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
There are 10 schools near 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 034 Oliver H. Perry (2 min walk), P.s. 031 Samuel F. Dupont (5 min walk), P.s. 031 Samuel F. Dupont (5 min walk), A-Tech High School (9 min walk), Northside Charter High School (11 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NASSAU AV/NEWEL ST (B48), 0.21 mi away.
Is 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11222 zip code where 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 is located had 980 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 64 violent crimes, 395 property crimes, and 521 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11222 for full details.
When was 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 built and how many units does it have?
159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 was built in 1930, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222?
159 NEWEL STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 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.

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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