What is the rent for a studio at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $1,896 to $2,565 per month, with a median of $2,230.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $1,981 to $2,680 per month, with a median of $2,330.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $2,193 to $2,967 per month, with a median of $2,580.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $2,737 to $3,703 per month, with a median of $3,220.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $2,950 to $3,990 per month, with a median of $3,470.

How does rent at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11230 zip code: studio rents are about 7% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 16% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 27% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 27% below the neighborhood median.

Is 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 rent stabilized?

Yes, 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is rent stabilized with 6 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 196 LAWRENCE 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 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

The registered owner of 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is ROMERO BEATRIZ. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 a good landlord?

196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, owned by ROMERO BEATRIZ, has an overall grade of B (3.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 35 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 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 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

Yes, 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 35 housing violations and 43 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 have?

196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 offers 2 amenities including Rent Stabilized, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

There are 5 schools near 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, including 0 public schools, 2 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Brooklyn Dreams Charter School (4 min walk), Brooklyn Dreams Charter School (4 min walk), Ucp Of Nyc -brooklyn (1 min walk), Ucp Of Nyc, Inc (1 min walk), Nesivos Bais Yaakov (3 min walk).

What public transit is near 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 18 AV/McDONALD AV (B8), 0.23 mi away.

Is 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11230 zip code where 196 LAWRENCE 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 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 built and how many units does it have?

196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 was built in 1931, has 3 floors, contains 6 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?

196 LAWRENCE 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.

196 LAWRENCE AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Midwood, NYC

Midwood · Brooklyn, NY, 11230

Built 19313 floors6 unitsBBL 3054230041

Current rent range

$1,896 – $3,990 / mo

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

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★★★★★2.01 reviews

Verified reviewsRBOwned byROMERO BEATRIZ3 bldgs

196 LAWRENCE AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11230

196 LAWRENCE AVENUE is a mid-century 1931 building, 6 units in Midwood, NYC. Owned by ROMERO BEATRIZ. Public records show 36 open violations, 43 311 complaints, 1 active litigation matter on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 6 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations35last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units6DHCR records

Building age95 ybuilt 1931

311 complaints43last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

Studio

$2,230/mo

1 BR

$2,330/mo

2 BR

$2,580/mo

3 BR

$3,220/mo

4 BR

$3,470/mo

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: $1,896 – $2,565

7% belowArea: $2,400

1 BR

This building: $1,981 – $2,680

16% belowArea: $2,782

2 BR

This building: $2,193 – $2,967

27% belowArea: $3,535

3 BR

This building: $2,737 – $3,703

27% belowArea: $4,435

4 BR

This building: $2,950 – $3,990

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$2,400

$2,400

1 Bed

$2,330

$2,700 – $2,800

2 Bed

$2,580

$3,195 – $3,650

3 Bed

$3,220

$3,711 – $4,718

4 Bed

$3,470

$2,950 – $3,990

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

89 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

1128

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

35 total

Pest Infestation
14
Door/Lock
7
Heat/Hot Water
6
Smoke/CO Detector
2

311Top Complaints

43 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
26
Noise - Residential
8
UNSANITARY CONDITION
6
PLUMBING
1
Missed Collection
1

DOBTop Filings

1 total

DOB Violations
1

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTMay 5, 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 CCIV14 MAILEDMar 12, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF UNCAPPED SHUT OFF VALVE AT THE SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CCIV14 MAILEDMar 12, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CCIV14 MAILEDMar 12, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF SCALDING HOT WATER ABOVE 130F DEGREES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTFeb 24, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST

See all 35 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

100%

1★

Pros: Psuedo Super Intendant role played by one of Tenants. Problems eventually get handled as he becomes privvy to them. Cons: Building 2/3 owned by Maria Beatriz Romero and one 1/3 by an LLC comprising of Maria Beatri…

negativeMay 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

OTHER

Rent Stabilized
Has Evictions

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

ROMERO BEATRIZ

Portfolio of 3 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

3.3

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1931Building constructed6 units · 3 floors
nowROMERO BEATRIZOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2027-09-01.

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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

196 LAWRENCE AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.631° N, -73.973° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby5 min

2 schools nearby4 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

18 AV/McDONALD AVB8
0.2 mi5 min
18 AV/McDONALD AVB8
0.2 mi5 min
PARKVILLE AV/MCDONALD AVB11
0.3 mi6 min
PARKVILLE AV/47 STB11
0.3 mi6 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Brooklyn Dreams Charter SchoolK-8
0.2 mi4 min
Brooklyn Dreams Charter SchoolK-8
0.2 mi4 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Ucp Of Nyc -brooklyn
0.0 mi1 min
Ucp Of Nyc, IncElementary
0.0 mi1 min
Nesivos Bais YaakovElementary
0.1 mi3 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

Explore Midwood

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 built1931

Floors3

Total units6

Rent-stab units6

ClassC2

BBL3054230041

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1931

Building constructed

6 units · 3 floors · class C2

2024

Rent stabilization on file

6 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: ROMERO BEATRIZ

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWMay 5, 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
311MEDIUMMay 1, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMApr 30, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
HPDHIGHMar 12, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF UNCAPPED SHUT OFF VALVE AT THE SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCH
HPDHIGHMar 12, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY,
HPDHIGHMar 12, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF SCALDING HOT WATER ABOVE 130F DEGREES IN THE ENTIRE AP
311MEDIUMMar 10, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMMar 10, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
HPDHIGHFeb 24, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY,
HPDHIGHFeb 10, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1s

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $1,896 to $2,565 per month, with a median of $2,230.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $1,981 to $2,680 per month, with a median of $2,330.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $2,193 to $2,967 per month, with a median of $2,580.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $2,737 to $3,703 per month, with a median of $3,220.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 ranges from $2,950 to $3,990 per month, with a median of $3,470.
How does rent at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11230 zip code: studio rents are about 7% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 16% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 27% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 27% below the neighborhood median.
Is 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 rent stabilized?
Yes, 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is rent stabilized with 6 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Based on historical listing data, January tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 196 LAWRENCE 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 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
The registered owner of 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 is ROMERO BEATRIZ. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 a good landlord?
196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, owned by ROMERO BEATRIZ, has an overall grade of B (3.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 35 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 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 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
Yes, 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 35 housing violations and 43 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 have?
196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 offers 2 amenities including Rent Stabilized, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
There are 5 schools near 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230, including 0 public schools, 2 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Brooklyn Dreams Charter School (4 min walk), Brooklyn Dreams Charter School (4 min walk), Ucp Of Nyc -brooklyn (1 min walk), Ucp Of Nyc, Inc (1 min walk), Nesivos Bais Yaakov (3 min walk).
What public transit is near 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: 18 AV/McDONALD AV (B8), 0.23 mi away.
Is 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11230 zip code where 196 LAWRENCE 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 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 built and how many units does it have?
196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230 was built in 1931, has 3 floors, contains 6 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 196 LAWRENCE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11230?
196 LAWRENCE 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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