What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is approximately $2,200 per month.

How does rent at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11230 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 38% below the neighborhood median.

Is 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 rent stabilized?

Yes, 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is rent stabilized with 41 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 1903 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 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

The registered owner of 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is FIRST OCEAN REALTY CO LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 a good landlord?

1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, owned by FIRST OCEAN REALTY CO LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 142 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Yes, 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 142 housing violations and 146 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 have?

1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 offers 3 amenities including Rent Stabilized, Has Evictions, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

There are 10 schools near 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 197 - The Kings Highway Academy (5 min walk), Edward R. Murrow High School (8 min walk), Ged-P2g-Edward Murrow Hs - Ashep (8 min walk), P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel (9 min walk), Urban Dove Team Charter School (10 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV / QUENTIN RD (B100, B49), 0.43 mi away.

Is 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11230 zip code where 1903 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 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 built and how many units does it have?

1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 was built in 1926, has 6 floors, contains 54 total units.

How energy efficient is 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has an ENERGY STAR score of 66 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 90.9 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).

What do tenants say about living at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

1903 OCEAN AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Midwood, NYC

Midwood · Brooklyn, NY, 11230

Built 19266 floors54 unitsBBL 3076740030

Current rent range

$2,200 – $2,200 / mo

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

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★★★★★2.01 reviews

Verified reviewsFOOwned byFIRST OCEAN REALTY CO LLC3 bldgs

1903 OCEAN AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11230

1903 OCEAN AVENUE is a prewar 1926 building, 6 floors, 54 units in Midwood, NYC. Owned by FIRST OCEAN REALTY CO LLC. Public records show 150 open violations, 146 311 complaints, 2 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 41 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations142last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units54DHCR records

Building age100 ybuilt 1926

311 complaints146last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

2 BR

$2,200/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

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: $2,200 – $2,200

38% belowArea: $3,535

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,435

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

2 Bed1 listing

$2,200

$3,195 – $3,650

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

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

65 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

1068

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

142 total

Door/Lock
27
Paint/Plaster
25
Window/Guard
19
Smoke/CO Detector
13
Electrical
11

311Top Complaints

146 total

Illegal Parking
59
UNSANITARY CONDITION
14
PLUMBING
13
WATER LEAK
10
PAINT/PLASTER
8

DOBTop Filings

8 total

DOB Violations
8

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(10 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTJun 20, 2026
§27-2104(B) HMC POST A PROPER NOTICE REGARDING RENT STABILIZATION LAW, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION WITHIN THE COMMON AREA AT THE BUILDINGS ENTRANCE. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIGNAGE REQUIREMENTS, PLEASE VISIT: HTTPS://WWW.NYC.GOV/SITE/HPD/SERVICES-AND-INFORMATION/REQUIRED-SIGNAGE.PAGE
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDNov 17, 2025
§ 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 LATCH AT BULKHEAD DOOR AT NORTH , 6th STORY
Class CNOT COMPLIED WITHNov 17, 2025
§ 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 DOOR LEADING TO NORTH YARD. , 1st STORY, SECTION ''NORTH''
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTNov 10, 2025
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT F5, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CCERTIFICATION POSTPONMENT DENIEDNov 9, 2025
§ 27-2005, 2044 HMC:PROVIDE APPROVED ONE-HOUR FIRE RESISTANCE RATED SELF-CLOSING DOOR AT ALL OPENINGS TO PUBLIC HALL, OTHER THAN APARTMENT MAIN ENTRANCE DOOR FIRE DOOR, AT ELEVATOR BANK , SOUTH SECTION, NORTH WALL, AT PUBLIC HALL, 6th STORY

See all 142 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

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100%

1★

Pros: Clean and peice Cons: Smell, floors are badly noisy, elevator is always broken, laundry machines are not good, bugs Advice to landlord: Clean bugs, and install nice nets for the window and fix the floors to not h…

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

OTHER

Rent Stabilized
Has Evictions
Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

FIRST OCEAN REALTY CO LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: STEPHEN WALLACHMail: 11 SUNRISE PLAZA, VALLEY STREAM, NY, 11580

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.0

avg score / 5

C-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1926Building constructed54 units · 6 floors
nowFIRST OCEAN REALTY CO 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

1903 OCEAN AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.615° N, -73.954° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

OCEAN AV / QUENTIN RDB100B49
0.4 mi9 min
QUENTIN RD/OCEAN AVB100
0.5 mi9 min
QUENTIN RD/E 19 STB2B31
0.5 mi9 min
KINGS HWY/E 16 STB7
0.5 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 197 - The Kings Highway AcademyElementary
0.2 mi5 min
Edward R. Murrow High SchoolHigh School
0.4 mi8 min
Ged-P2g-Edward Murrow Hs - AshepGED/Alt
0.4 mi8 min
P.s. 199 Frederick WachtelElementary
0.5 mi9 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Urban Dove Team Charter SchoolHigh School
0.5 mi10 min
Urban Dove Team Charter SchoolHigh School
0.5 mi10 min
Urban Dove Team Charter School VCharter
0.5 mi10 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Joseph S Gruss Yeshiva HsHigh School
0.1 mi1 min
Yeshiva Toras Emes KamenitzElementary
0.1 mi1 min
Shaare Torah High School-GirlsHigh School
0.3 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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Crime in 11230

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 built1926

Floors6

Total units54

Rent-stab units54

ClassD1

BBL3076740030

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1926

Building constructed

54 units · 6 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

41 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: FIRST OCEAN REALTY CO LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWJun 20, 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
311MEDIUMApr 18, 2026
Noise - Residential — Banging/Pounding
311MEDIUMMar 8, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — MOLD
311MEDIUMMar 8, 2026
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
311MEDIUMFeb 16, 2026
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMDec 5, 2025
Elevator — Elevator - Single Device On Property/No Alternate Service
HPDHIGHNov 17, 2025
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
HPDHIGHNov 17, 2025
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
311MEDIUMNov 15, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
HPDHIGHNov 10, 2025
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT F5, 6th STO

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is approximately $2,200 per month.
How does rent at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11230 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 38% below the neighborhood median.
Is 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 rent stabilized?
Yes, 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is rent stabilized with 41 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 1903 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 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
The registered owner of 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is FIRST OCEAN REALTY CO LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 a good landlord?
1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, owned by FIRST OCEAN REALTY CO LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 142 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Yes, 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 142 housing violations and 146 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 have?
1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 offers 3 amenities including Rent Stabilized, Has Evictions, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
There are 10 schools near 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 197 - The Kings Highway Academy (5 min walk), Edward R. Murrow High School (8 min walk), Ged-P2g-Edward Murrow Hs - Ashep (8 min walk), P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel (9 min walk), Urban Dove Team Charter School (10 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV / QUENTIN RD (B100, B49), 0.43 mi away.
Is 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11230 zip code where 1903 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 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 built and how many units does it have?
1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 was built in 1926, has 6 floors, contains 54 total units.
How energy efficient is 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has an ENERGY STAR score of 66 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 90.9 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).
What do tenants say about living at 1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
1903 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 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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