What is the rent for a studio at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.

How does rent at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Rent at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has decreased by 27% since 2016-09, going from $3,538 to $2,600 as of 2020-08. During COVID, rents dipped to $2,600 in 2020-08 before recovering.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

The registered owner of 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is 209 TAAFFE REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?

209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by 209 TAAFFE REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.9/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 28 recorded violations. Tenants have left 9 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.9 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Yes, 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 28 housing violations and 49 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 have?

209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 offers 2 amenities including Has Evictions, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

There are 10 schools near 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (10 min walk), P.s. 003 The Bedford Village (14 min walk), P.s. K753 - School For Career Development (16 min walk), P.s. K753 - School For Career Development (16 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: GATES AV/CLASSON AV (B52), 0.46 mi away.

Is 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11205 zip code where 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?

209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1905, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

209 TAAFFE PLACE — Rent Intelligence for Fort Greene, NYC

Fort Greene · Brooklyn, NY, 11205

Built 19054 floors8 unitsBBL 3019250022

Current rent range

$2,074 – $4,359 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★2.99 reviews

Verified reviews2TOwned by209 TAAFFE REALTY LLC4 bldgs

209 TAAFFE PLACE

Brooklyn, NY, 11205

209 TAAFFE PLACE is a prewar 1905 building, 8 units in Fort Greene, NYC. Owned by 209 TAAFFE REALTY LLC. Public records show 42 open violations, 49 311 complaints, 4 active litigation matters on file. Lucid Rents has 9 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations28last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews92.9 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age121 ybuilt 1905

311 complaints49last 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 2 listings

3 Bed$2,6001 listing

5 Bed$4,4903 listings

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

174 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

2766

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

28 total

Paint/Plaster
5
Pest Infestation
5
Water Leak
3
Smoke/CO Detector
3
Roof/Ceiling
2

311Top Complaints

49 total

Noise - Residential
16
UNSANITARY CONDITION
8
HEAT/HOT WATER
8
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
3
Rodent
3

DOBTop Filings

14 total

DOB Violations
14

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 12, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 12, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 12, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 12, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MACHANICAL VENTILATION SYSTEM AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 12, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR WEST WALL IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 1L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

See all 28 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.9 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

9 reviews

5★

4★

22%

3★

44%

2★

33%

1★

Pros: nice apartments, good neighbors, great block Cons: many problems with heat and hot water. top quality mgmt was not great. landlord was odd

negativeMay 2025

Anonymous

Pros: Close to the Pratt area Cons: Tenants had issues with lack of hot water that went on for months

mixedJun 2024

Anonymous

Unit 3R Pros: Apt details for 3R only - Good apt with minimal maintenance issues and pretty responsive management - There is a roof but its not good to throw party - Building is relatively clean Cons: - Landlord is to…

positiveOct 2023

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

OTHER

Has Evictions
Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

209 TAAFFE REALTY LLC

Portfolio of 4 buildingsHead officer: ZALMEN BIEDERMANMail: 134 MIDDLETON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11206

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.9

avg score / 5

C+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1905Building constructed8 units · 4 floors
now209 TAAFFE REALTY LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 4 buildings · registration active through 2025-09-01.

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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

209 TAAFFE PLACE · Brooklyn · 40.692° N, -73.960° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

7 schools nearby10 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

GATES AV/CLASSON AVB52
0.5 mi9 min
GATES AV/FRANKLIN AVB52
0.5 mi9 min
GATES AV/FRANKLIN AVB52
0.5 mi10 min
BEDFORD AV/GATES AVB44-SBS
0.5 mi11 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 056 Lewis H. LatimerElementary
0.5 mi10 min
P.s. 003 The Bedford VillageElementary
0.7 mi14 min
P.s. K753 - School For Career DevelopmentHigh School
0.8 mi16 min
P.s. K753 - School For Career DevelopmentHigh School
0.8 mi16 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Community Partnership Charter SchoolK-8
0.2 mi3 min
Community Partnership Charter School-AnnexCharter
0.5 mi11 min
Compass Charter SchoolElementary
0.7 mi13 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Ohel ElozerHigh School
0.0 mi1 min
Hamaspik School (the)Elementary
0.2 mi4 min
Talmud Torah TashbarElementary
0.2 mi4 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

Fort Greene→

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See full breakdown→

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.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1905

Floors4

Total units8

ClassC1

BBL3019250022

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1905

Building constructed

8 units · 4 floors · class C1

now

Current owner: 209 TAAFFE REALTY LLC

Portfolio includes 4 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDMEDIUMAug 12, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE BAT
HPDMEDIUMAug 12, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR WEST WALL IN THE PRIVA
HPDMEDIUMAug 12, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE KIT
HPDMEDIUMAug 12, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT AP
HPDMEDIUMAug 12, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MACHANICAL VENTILATION SYSTEM AT CEILING IN THE BATHRO
311MEDIUMJul 31, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — SEWAGE
311MEDIUMJul 31, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — MOLD
311MEDIUMMay 29, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMMay 29, 2026
PLUMBING — BASIN/SINK
311MEDIUMMay 29, 2026
ELECTRIC — OUTLET/SWITCH

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.
How does rent at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Rent at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has decreased by 27% since 2016-09, going from $3,538 to $2,600 as of 2020-08. During COVID, rents dipped to $2,600 in 2020-08 before recovering.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
The registered owner of 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is 209 TAAFFE REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?
209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by 209 TAAFFE REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.9/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 28 recorded violations. Tenants have left 9 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.9 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Yes, 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 28 housing violations and 49 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 have?
209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 offers 2 amenities including Has Evictions, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
There are 10 schools near 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (10 min walk), P.s. 003 The Bedford Village (14 min walk), P.s. K753 - School For Career Development (16 min walk), P.s. K753 - School For Career Development (16 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: GATES AV/CLASSON AV (B52), 0.46 mi away.
Is 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11205 zip code where 209 TAAFFE PLACE, 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 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?
209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1905, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
209 TAAFFE PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

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