What is the rent for a studio at 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.

How does rent at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

The registered owner of 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is MAUSKOPF, JOSEPH. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?

217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by MAUSKOPF, JOSEPH, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 10 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Yes, 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 10 housing violations and 17 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What schools are near 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

There are 6 schools near 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 0 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Community Partnership Charter School-Annex (5 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School (8 min walk), Brooklyn Charter School (8 min walk), Bnos Chayil (2 min walk), Bnos Square Of Williamsburg (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: GATES AV/BEDFORD AV (B52), 0.41 mi away.

Is 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11205 zip code where 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?

217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1901, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

217 SPENCER STREET — Rent Intelligence for Fort Greene, NYC

Fort Greene · Brooklyn, NY, 11205

Built 19013 floors3 unitsBBL 3017630006

Current rent range

$2,074 – $4,359 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

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217 SPENCER STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11205

217 SPENCER STREET is a prewar 1901 building, 3 units in Fort Greene, NYC. Owned by MAUSKOPF, JOSEPH. Public records show 14 open violations, 17 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations10last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age125 ybuilt 1901

311 complaints17last 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

JFMAMJJASOND

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 0 listings

—No dataNo recent 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

175 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

3137

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

10 total

Pest Infestation
6

311Top Complaints

17 total

Rodent
9
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
2
Missed Collection
1
Noise
1
Illegal Parking
1

DOBTop Filings

4 total

DOB Violations
4

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

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 ANOV SENT OUTJun 10, 2025
(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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 25, 2024
§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.
Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 11, 2024
(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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 17, 2023
§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.

See all 10 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Unit 2 Pros: Landlord is responsive, just takes a little nudging to get things done, building is safe and everything (mostly) works Cons: No pest control despite having yard and being near gardens, garbage not well man…

positiveJun 2022

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

MAUSKOPF, JOSEPH

Portfolio of 5 buildingsHead officer: JOSEPH MAUSKOPFMail: 217 spencer st, Brooklyn, NY, 11206

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

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buildings

4.0

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 4 by score · of 5 total

See all 5 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1901Building constructed3 units · 3 floors
nowMAUSKOPF, JOSEPHOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 5 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

06 / 10

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

217 SPENCER STREET · Brooklyn · 40.692° N, -73.954° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

3 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

GATES AV/BEDFORD AVB52
0.4 mi8 min
GATES AV/BEDFORD AVB52
0.4 mi8 min
BEDFORD AV/GATES AVB44-SBS
0.4 mi9 min
FRANKLIN AV/GATES AVB48
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Community Partnership Charter School-AnnexCharter
0.3 mi5 min
Community Partnership Charter SchoolK-8
0.4 mi8 min
Brooklyn Charter SchoolElementary
0.4 mi8 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Bnos ChayilElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Bnos Square Of WilliamsburgElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Talmud Torah D'nitraElementary
0.1 mi3 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

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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.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1901

Floors3

Total units3

ClassC0

BBL3017630006

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1901

Building constructed

3 units · 3 floors · class C0

now

Current owner: MAUSKOPF, JOSEPH

Portfolio includes 5 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
HPDLOWJun 10, 2025
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
311MEDIUMMar 6, 2025
Missed Collection — Compost
HPDHIGHNov 25, 2024
HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20
311MEDIUMSep 22, 2024
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMSep 22, 2024
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMSep 22, 2024
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMAug 7, 2024
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMJul 5, 2024
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMMay 30, 2024
Dirty Condition — Trash

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.
How does rent at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
The registered owner of 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is MAUSKOPF, JOSEPH. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?
217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by MAUSKOPF, JOSEPH, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 10 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Yes, 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 10 housing violations and 17 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What schools are near 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
There are 6 schools near 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 0 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Community Partnership Charter School-Annex (5 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School (8 min walk), Brooklyn Charter School (8 min walk), Bnos Chayil (2 min walk), Bnos Square Of Williamsburg (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: GATES AV/BEDFORD AV (B52), 0.41 mi away.
Is 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11205 zip code where 217 SPENCER STREET, 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 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?
217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1901, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
217 SPENCER STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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