What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,000 to $3,250 per month, with a median of $3,125.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,150 to $3,525 per month, with a median of $3,337.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $3,600 per month.

How does rent at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 17% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 24% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 18% below the neighborhood median.

Is 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?

Yes, 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is rent stabilized with 16 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

The registered owner of 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is RF NY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?

228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by RF NY LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 62 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Yes, 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 62 housing violations and 67 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?

228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 8 amenities including Fios Available, Central Air, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, Private Outdoor Space, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher.

What schools are near 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

There are 10 schools near 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include The Dr. Jean Pierre-Louis School Of Excellence (4 min walk), P.s. 289 George V. Brower (6 min walk), Medgar Evers College Preparatory School (9 min walk), P.s. 093 William H. Prescott (9 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Prospect Heights (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NEW YORK AV/EASTERN PKWY (B44), 0.16 mi away.

Is 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11216 zip code where 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is located had 3,212 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 266 violent crimes, 1,051 property crimes, and 1,895 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11216 for full details.

When was 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?

228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1904, has 4 floors, contains 16 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

228 NEW YORK AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC

Bedford-Stuyvesant · Brooklyn, NY, 11216

Built 19044 floors16 unitsBBL 3012410043

Current rent range

$3,000 – $3,600 / mo

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

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★★★★★3.73 reviews

Verified reviewsRNOwned byRF NY LLC4 bldgs

228 NEW YORK AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11216

228 NEW YORK AVENUE is a prewar 1904 building, 16 units in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC. Owned by RF NY LLC. Public records show 76 open violations, 67 311 complaints, 2 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 2 bedbug reports. Rent stabilization on file covers 16 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 3 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations62last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews33.7 ★ avg

Rent-stab units16DHCR records

Building age122 ybuilt 1904

311 complaints67last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

2 BR

$3,125/mo

22 listings

3 BR

$3,337/mo

39 listings

3 BR

$3,600/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

June

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Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to February.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,306

2 BR

This building: $3,000 – $3,250

17% belowArea: $3,756

3 BR

This building: $3,150 – $3,525

24% belowArea: $4,400

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

2 Bed22 listings

$3,756

$3,756

3 Bed39 listings

$4,400

$4,400

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

123 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

3531

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

62 total

Paint/Plaster
11
Pest Infestation
9
Window/Guard
8
Fire Escape/Stairs
8
Smoke/CO Detector
6

311Top Complaints

67 total

Noise - Residential
22
Illegal Parking
6
ELECTRIC
6
HEAT/HOT WATER
6
UNSANITARY CONDITION
5

DOBTop Filings

14 total

DOB Violations
14

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(4 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTJun 16, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING MORTICE LOCK AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 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 BVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 31, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT THE CEILING, IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 31, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT THE CEILING, IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 31, 2025
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 62 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.7 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

3 reviews

5★

4★

67%

3★

33%

2★

1★

Pros: Relatively clean building Apartment was newly renovated Cons: Landlord was routinely difficult to get ahold of. What he communicated to us wasn’t always true - we were told the apartment was move-in ready then pro…

positiveJan 2023

Anonymous

Pros: Considerate tenant who place your packages at your door Noise level is a minimum No issues Cons: Trash is deplorable, the tenants here do not know or care to recycle. Trash accumulates so quickly. Advice to landl…

mixedDec 2022

Anonymous

Pros: Wide stairs made for easy move in and out, responsive management and building super Cons: Far from subway, laundry is in the basement and you need to run the dryer twice to get the clothes to dry or run it on high…

positiveOct 2022

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

8 amenities

OUTDOOR

Private Outdoor Space

LAUNDRY

Dishwasher

OTHER

Fios Available
Central Air
Hardwood Floors
Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized
Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

RF NY LLC

Portfolio of 4 buildingsHead officer: JOE FRIEDMail: 389 WILLOUGHBY AVE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.7

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1904Building constructed16 units · 4 floors
nowRF NY LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 4 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

11216 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11216

Violent266

Property1,051

Quality-of-life1,895

Total incidents3,212

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About this area.

Bedford-Stuyvesant · 11216

228 NEW YORK AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.673° N, -73.947° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby3 min

7 schools nearby4 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

NEW YORK AV/EASTERN PKWYB44
0.2 mi3 min
NOSTRAND AV/SAINT JOHNS PLB44-SBSB44
0.2 mi4 min
BROOKLYN AV/EASTERN PKWYB43
0.2 mi5 min
NEW YORK AV/UNION STB44
0.2 mi5 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Dr. Jean Pierre-Louis School Of ExcellenceK-8
0.2 mi4 min
P.s. 289 George V. BrowerElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Medgar Evers College Preparatory SchoolSecondary
0.4 mi9 min
P.s. 093 William H. PrescottElementary
0.4 mi9 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - Prospect HeightsK-8
0.2 mi4 min
Success Academy Charter School - Prospect HeightsK-8
0.2 mi4 min
Uncommon New York City Charter School #1Charter
0.4 mi9 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Ed Inst-Oholei Torah-Eastern ParkwayElementary
0.2 mi4 min
M A C A D E M YElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Yeshiva Beis Chaya MushkaHigh School
0.3 mi6 min

The neighborhood

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Bed-Stuy is Brooklyn's brownstone capital — block after block of stunning Victorian and Romanesque row houses, many beautifully restored. The neighborhood's Black cultural heritage runs deep (Biggie grew up here), and the restaurant scene on Tompkins and Lewis Avenues has exploded.

8,172buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$3,306median 1BR

62,373population$93kmedian income75%renters

BrownstonesHistoricCulturalFoodieCommunity Feel

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Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Carroll Gardens· 0.1 mi Prospect Heights· 0.39 mi Fort Greene· 0.97 mi Park Slope· 1.09 mi Crown Heights· 1.18 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 built1904

Floors4

Total units16

Rent-stab units16

ClassC1

BBL3012410043

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1904

Building constructed

16 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

16 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: RF NY LLC

Portfolio includes 4 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDMEDIUMJun 16, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING MORTICE LOCK AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY
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
311MEDIUMFeb 23, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMFeb 1, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 28, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 22, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 8, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJan 3, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMDec 27, 2025
PLUMBING — RADIATOR
311MEDIUMDec 27, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,000 to $3,250 per month, with a median of $3,125.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,150 to $3,525 per month, with a median of $3,337.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $3,600 per month.
How does rent at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 17% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 24% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 18% below the neighborhood median.
Is 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?
Yes, 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is rent stabilized with 16 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
The registered owner of 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is RF NY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?
228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by RF NY LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.7/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 62 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.7 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Yes, 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 62 housing violations and 67 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?
228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 8 amenities including Fios Available, Central Air, Dishwasher, Hardwood Floors, Private Outdoor Space, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher.
What schools are near 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
There are 10 schools near 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include The Dr. Jean Pierre-Louis School Of Excellence (4 min walk), P.s. 289 George V. Brower (6 min walk), Medgar Evers College Preparatory School (9 min walk), P.s. 093 William H. Prescott (9 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Prospect Heights (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NEW YORK AV/EASTERN PKWY (B44), 0.16 mi away.
Is 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11216 zip code where 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is located had 3,212 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 266 violent crimes, 1,051 property crimes, and 1,895 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11216 for full details.
When was 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?
228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1904, has 4 floors, contains 16 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
228 NEW YORK AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5. 0 out of 3 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

2024

since

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

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