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Brooklyn · March 2026
Best & worst months to sign a lease
Potential savings: ~16% by timing your move to July.
Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.
Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources
§ 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PAINT THAT TESTED POSITIVE FOR LEAD CONTENT AND THAT IS PEELING OR ON A DETERIORATED SUBSURFACE - USING WORK PRACTICES SET FORTH IN 28 RCNY §11-06(B)(2) NORTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2F, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Sheepshead Bay revolves around its waterfront — fishing boats, seafood restaurants, and the Emmons Avenue promenade give it a maritime character unique in Brooklyn. The neighborhood is a mix of Russian, Turkish, and longtime Italian families with a relaxed, coastal vibe.
ELECTRIC — POWER OUTAGE
PAINT/PLASTER — WALL
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2056.6 ADM CODE - CORRECT THE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD - PAINT THAT TESTED POSITIVE FOR LEAD CONTENT AND THAT IS PEE
FLOORING/STAIRS — FLOOR
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY