What is the rent for a studio at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,074 to $2,806 per month, with a median of $2,440.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,168 to $2,933 per month, with a median of $2,550.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,397 to $3,243 per month, with a median of $2,820.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,984 to $4,036 per month, with a median of $3,510.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.

How does rent at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11205 zip code: studio rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 39% below the neighborhood median.

Is 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

How much has rent changed at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Rent at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has decreased by 8% since 2020-02, going from $6,500 to $5,950 as of 2020-04. During COVID, rents dipped to $5,950 in 2020-04 before recovering.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to October could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

The registered owner of 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is 186 DEKALB LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?

186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by 186 DEKALB LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 16 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 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 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Yes, 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 16 housing violations and 29 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 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

There are 10 schools near 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center (1 min walk), M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center (1 min walk), P.s. 020 Clinton Hill (3 min walk), P.s. 020 Clinton Hill (3 min walk), Compass Charter School (1 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ATLANTIC AV/SOUTH PORTLAND AV (B45), 0.44 mi away.

Is 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11205 zip code where 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is located had 1,743 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 97 violent crimes, 618 property crimes, and 1,028 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11205 for full details.

When was 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?

186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1899, has 4 floors, contains 4 total units, 3 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

186 DEKALB AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Fort Greene, NYC

Fort Greene · Brooklyn, NY, 11205

Built 18994 floors4 unitsBBL 3021020034

Current rent range

$2,074 – $4,359 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★5.01 reviews

Verified reviews1DOwned by186 DEKALB LLC4 bldgs

186 DEKALB AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11205

186 DEKALB AVENUE is a prewar 1899 building, 4 units in Fort Greene, NYC. Owned by 186 DEKALB LLC. Public records show 22 open violations, 29 311 complaints, 1 active litigation matter on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations16last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews15.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age127 ybuilt 1899

311 complaints29last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

Studio

$2,440/mo

1 BR

$2,550/mo

2 BR

$2,820/mo

3 BR

$3,510/mo

4 BR

$3,790/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

October

Most expensive

June

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Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to October.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $2,074 – $2,806

19% belowArea: $3,000

1 BR

This building: $2,168 – $2,933

32% belowArea: $3,737

2 BR

This building: $2,397 – $3,243

41% belowArea: $4,800

3 BR

This building: $2,984 – $4,036

39% belowArea: $5,800

4 BR

This building: $3,222 – $4,359

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 1 listing

5 Bed$5,9501 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$3,000

$3,000

1 Bed

$2,550

$3,495 – $3,815

2 Bed

$2,820

$3,945 – $5,413

3 Bed

$3,510

$4,100 – $7,425

4 Bed

$3,790

$3,222 – $4,359

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

161 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

2530

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

16 total

Door/Lock
3
Fire Escape/Stairs
3
Smoke/CO Detector
2
Pest Infestation
2
Flooring
1

311Top Complaints

29 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
24
Noise - Residential
2
Rodent
2
Illegal Parking
1

DOBTop Filings

6 total

DOB Violations
6

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 17, 2023
§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 CNOV CERTIFIED LATEAug 16, 2021
§ 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDAug 16, 2021
§ 27-2005, 2007, 204.1 HMC CODE: ARRANGE AND MAKE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS AT VESTIBULE AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 16, 2021
§ 329, M/D LAW AND DEPT. RULES AND REGS. PROVIDE A COMPLETED CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION VISITS IN A PROPER FRAME AT OR NEAR MAILBOXES, BOTTOM EDGE OF FRAME BETWEEN 48-62 INCHES ABOVE FLOOR (MISSING) AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

See all 16 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

5.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

100%

4★

3★

2★

1★

Pros: This apartment is large - comfortably fit our 4 roommates. Management was always responsive whenever we had issues Cons: The heat is centrally controlled in the boiler room so there's limited control over the temp…

positiveJan 2026

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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The landlord.

186 DEKALB LLC

Portfolio of 4 buildingsPRES: PHYLLIS JALBERTMail: 261 ADELPHI ST, B'KLYN, NY, 11205

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

1899Building constructed4 units · 4 floors
now186 DEKALB LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 4 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

11205 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11205

Violent97

Property618

Quality-of-life1,028

Total incidents1,743

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About this area.

Fort Greene · 11205

186 DEKALB AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.689° N, -73.972° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

ATLANTIC AV/SOUTH PORTLAND AVB45
0.4 mi9 min
ATLANTIC AV/CARLTON AVB45
0.5 mi9 min
FLATBUSH AV/PACIFIC STB41B67
0.5 mi10 min
FLATBUSH AV/PACIFIC STB116
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning CenterMiddle School
0.1 mi1 min
M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning CenterMiddle School
0.1 mi1 min
P.s. 020 Clinton HillElementary
0.1 mi3 min
P.s. 020 Clinton HillElementary
0.1 mi3 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Compass Charter SchoolElementary
0.1 mi1 min
Compass Charter SchoolElementary
0.1 mi1 min
The International Charter School Of New York AnnexCharter
0.3 mi6 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Child Study Center Of New York
0.2 mi5 min
Bishop Loughlin Memorial High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi5 min
Brooklyn IndependentMiddle School
0.3 mi6 min

The neighborhood

Fort Greene

Fort Greene is Brooklyn's cultural powerhouse — BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music), the Pratt Institute campus, and Fort Greene Park create a neighborhood that's equal parts intellectual and stylish. DeKalb Avenue's restaurant scene punches well above its weight.

4,108buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$3,737median 1BR

50,319population$75kmedian income71%renters

CulturalArtsyWalkableDiverseHistoric

Explore Fort Greene

Neighborhood overview

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

Rent trends in Fort Greene

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Williamsburg· 0.47 mi Prospect Heights· 0.82 mi Carroll Gardens· 0.88 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 0.97 mi Williamsburg· 1.35 mi

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Crime & safety.

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About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1899

Floors4

Total units4

ClassS3

BBL3021020034

189019001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1899

Building constructed

4 units · 4 floors · class S3

now

Current owner: 186 DEKALB LLC

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
311MEDIUMOct 6, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMOct 2, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMFeb 12, 2025
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMOct 24, 2024
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMOct 22, 2024
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMOct 21, 2024
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMOct 17, 2024
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMOct 15, 2024
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMOct 11, 2024
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,074 to $2,806 per month, with a median of $2,440.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,168 to $2,933 per month, with a median of $2,550.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,397 to $3,243 per month, with a median of $2,820.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,984 to $4,036 per month, with a median of $3,510.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.
How does rent at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11205 zip code: studio rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 39% below the neighborhood median.
Is 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
How much has rent changed at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Rent at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has decreased by 8% since 2020-02, going from $6,500 to $5,950 as of 2020-04. During COVID, rents dipped to $5,950 in 2020-04 before recovering.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to October could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
The registered owner of 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is 186 DEKALB LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?
186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by 186 DEKALB LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 16 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 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 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Yes, 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 16 housing violations and 29 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 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
There are 10 schools near 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center (1 min walk), M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center (1 min walk), P.s. 020 Clinton Hill (3 min walk), P.s. 020 Clinton Hill (3 min walk), Compass Charter School (1 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ATLANTIC AV/SOUTH PORTLAND AV (B45), 0.44 mi away.
Is 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11205 zip code where 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is located had 1,743 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 97 violent crimes, 618 property crimes, and 1,028 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11205 for full details.
When was 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?
186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1899, has 4 floors, contains 4 total units, 3 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
186 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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