What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $2,700 per month.

Is 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?

Yes, 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 58 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 14% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

The registered owner of 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is CONGREGATION AND GMACH, ZICHRON SCHLOMO INC.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?

20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by CONGREGATION AND GMACH, ZICHRON SCHLOMO INC., has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 928 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Yes, 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 928 housing violations and 472 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?

20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 5 amenities including Good Cause, Pet Friendly, Rent Stabilized, Has Evictions, Fios Available. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 allow pets?

20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.

What schools are near 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

There are 10 schools near 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 249 The Caton (4 min walk), Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At Erasmus (8 min walk), High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus (8 min walk), High School For Service & Learning At Erasmus (8 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (9 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CATON AV/RUGBY RD (B16), 0.18 mi away.

Is 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11226 zip code where 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is located had 3,775 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 338 violent crimes, 924 property crimes, and 2,513 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11226 for full details.

When was 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?

20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1937, has 6 floors, contains 58 total units.

How energy efficient is 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an ENERGY STAR score of 29 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 87.2 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.

What do tenants say about living at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

20 CROOKE AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Flatbush, NYC

Flatbush · Brooklyn, NY, 11226

Built 19376 floors58 unitsBBL 3050600018

Current rent range

$2,700 – $2,700 / mo

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

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★★★★★2.52 reviews

Verified reviewsCAOwned byCONGREGATION AND GMACH, ZICHRON SCHLOMO INC.3 bldgs

20 CROOKE AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11226

20 CROOKE AVENUE is a mid-century 1937 building, 6 floors, 58 units in Flatbush, NYC. Owned by CONGREGATION AND GMACH, ZICHRON SCHLOMO INC.. Public records show 946 open violations, 472 311 complaints, 9 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 58 units (registered 2023). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations928last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews22.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units58DHCR records

Building age89 ybuilt 1937

311 complaints472last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

2 BR

$2,700/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

February

Most expensive

May

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Potential savings: ~14% by timing your move to February.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,713

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,750

2 BR

This building: $2,700 – $2,700

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 1 listing

3 Bed$2,8101 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

2 Bed1 listing

$2,700

$2,700

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

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Rental intelligence.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

93 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

2812

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

928 total

Paint/Plaster
282
Pest Infestation
125
Door/Lock
91
Water Leak
86
Window/Guard
81

311Top Complaints

472 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
103
UNSANITARY CONDITION
70
Noise - Residential
54
WATER LEAK
43
PLUMBING
38

DOBTop Filings

18 total

DOB Violations
18

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(37 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CNOV SENT OUTApr 5, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE TERRAZZO TREAD AT 2ND TREAD FROM BOTTOM AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 1, 2026
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT EAST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 1, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS DETECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3G, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 1, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE VINYL TILE AT FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3G, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CNOV SENT OUTApr 1, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DEFECTIVE SPRING BALANCE AT LOWER SASH WINDOW IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 3G, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 928 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.5 /5

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2 reviews

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1★

Pros: Close to the park and train Cons: I could write a book about the terrible things about living in this building. Seriously save yourself the headache and stress and look elsewhere. Since we moved in here in 2015 ou…

negativeAug 2023

Anonymous

Pros: Love the proximity to the train, Prospect Park Cons: We have had a HORRIBLE time with mice and roaches. On a 6th floor, CLEAN apartment unit. Building as a whole does not seem to do consistent (if any) exterminati…

mixedMay 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

5 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Good Cause
Rent Stabilized
Has Evictions
Fios Available

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Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

CONGREGATION AND GMACH, ZICHRON SCHLOMO INC.

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: YAAKOV EINHORNMail: 1241 41 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11218

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1937Building constructed58 units · 6 floors
nowCONGREGATION AND GMACH, ZICHRON SCHLOMO INC.Owner 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.

11226 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11226

Violent338

Property924

Quality-of-life2,513

Total incidents3,775

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About this area.

Flatbush · 11226

20 CROOKE AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.652° N, -73.965° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby4 min

7 schools nearby4 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

CATON AV/RUGBY RDB16
0.2 mi4 min
CHURCH AV/E 18 STB35
0.2 mi4 min
CHURCH AV/E 18 STB35
0.2 mi4 min
CHURCH AV/OCEAN AVB35
0.2 mi4 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 249 The CatonElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At ErasmusSecondary
0.4 mi8 min
High School For Youth And Community Development At ErasmusHigh School
0.4 mi8 min
High School For Service & Learning At ErasmusHigh School
0.4 mi8 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - FlatbushElementary
0.4 mi9 min
Flatbush Ascend Charter SchoolElementary
0.5 mi11 min
Achievement First Voyager Charter SchoolCharter
0.6 mi13 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Starting Point Serv - St. Marks
0.5 mi11 min
City-Pro Group, Inc. - Bedford Ave
0.6 mi11 min
Lefferts Gardens MontessoriElementary
0.7 mi15 min

The neighborhood

Flatbush

Flatbush around Church and Nostrand avenues is one of NYC's most vibrantly Caribbean neighborhoods — patois echoes on the streets, doubles vendors set up shop, and the Flatbush Junction outdoor market draws weekend crowds. It's affordable, lively, and deeply authentic.

7,559buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$2,750median 1BR

101,053population$76kmedian income86%renters

Caribbean CultureLivelyAffordableAuthenticDiverse

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Neighborhood overview

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

Rent trends in Flatbush

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

East Flatbush· 1.1 mi Crown Heights· 1.12 mi Kensington· 1.16 mi Flatbush· 1.26 mi Midwood· 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 built1937

Floors6

Total units58

Rent-stab units58

ClassD1

BBL3050600018

BIN3116112

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1937

Building constructed

58 units · 6 floors · class D1

2023

Rent stabilization on file

58 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: CONGREGATION AND GMACH, ZICHRON SCHLOMO INC.

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMApr 16, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — WALL
311MEDIUMApr 12, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMApr 12, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
HPDHIGHApr 5, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE TERRAZZO TREAD AT 2ND TREAD FROM BOTTOM AT PUBLIC HALL
311MEDIUMApr 3, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMApr 3, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
HPDMEDIUMApr 1, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MON
HPDHIGHApr 1, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DEFECTIVE SPRING BALANCE AT LOWER SASH WINDOW IN THE 1
HPDMEDIUMApr 1, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEV
HPDLOWApr 1, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT EAST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st S

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $2,700 per month.
Is 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?
Yes, 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 58 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 14% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
The registered owner of 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is CONGREGATION AND GMACH, ZICHRON SCHLOMO INC.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?
20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by CONGREGATION AND GMACH, ZICHRON SCHLOMO INC., has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 928 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Yes, 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 928 housing violations and 472 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?
20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 5 amenities including Good Cause, Pet Friendly, Rent Stabilized, Has Evictions, Fios Available. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 allow pets?
20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.
What schools are near 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
There are 10 schools near 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 249 The Caton (4 min walk), Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At Erasmus (8 min walk), High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus (8 min walk), High School For Service & Learning At Erasmus (8 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (9 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CATON AV/RUGBY RD (B16), 0.18 mi away.
Is 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11226 zip code where 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is located had 3,775 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 338 violent crimes, 924 property crimes, and 2,513 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11226 for full details.
When was 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?
20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1937, has 6 floors, contains 58 total units.
How energy efficient is 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an ENERGY STAR score of 29 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 87.2 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.
What do tenants say about living at 20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
20 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 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

2023

since

Stabilized units have annual rent-increase caps set by the Rent Guidelines Board and lease-renewal rights.

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