What is the rent for a studio at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,210 to $2,990 per month, with a median of $2,600.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,304 to $3,116 per month, with a median of $2,710.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,550 to $3,450 per month, with a median of $3,000.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,179 to $4,301 per month, with a median of $3,740.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,426 to $4,635 per month, with a median of $4,030.

How does rent at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 18% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 20% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 15% below the neighborhood median.

Is 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 242 MADISON STREET, 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 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

The registered owner of 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is TOWNHOUSE RENTAL, L.L.C.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?

242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by TOWNHOUSE RENTAL, L.L.C., has an overall grade of C (2.8/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 22 recorded violations. Tenants have left 5 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Yes, 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 22 housing violations and 92 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?

242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 1 amenities including Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

There are 10 schools near 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. K140 (5 min walk), P.s. K140 (5 min walk), P.s. 003 The Bedford Village (7 min walk), P.s. 093 William H. Prescott (9 min walk), Uncommon Collegiate Chs (1 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NOSTRAND AV/FULTON ST (B44-SBS, B44), 0.34 mi away.

Is 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11216 zip code where 242 MADISON STREET, 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 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?

242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1899, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

242 MADISON STREET — Rent Intelligence for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC

Bedford-Stuyvesant · Brooklyn, NY, 11216

Built 18994 floors8 unitsBBL 3018230023

Current rent range

$2,210 – $4,635 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★2.85 reviews

Verified reviewsTROwned byTOWNHOUSE RENTAL, L.L.C.273 bldgs

242 MADISON STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11216

242 MADISON STREET is a prewar 1899 building, 8 units in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC. Owned by TOWNHOUSE RENTAL, L.L.C.. Public records show 32 open violations, 92 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 5 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations22last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews52.8 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age127 ybuilt 1899

311 complaints92last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$2,600/mo

1 BR

$2,710/mo

2 BR

$3,000/mo

3 BR

$3,740/mo

4 BR

$4,030/mo

Compare this building's listings above against the 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

Studio

This building: $2,210 – $2,990

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $2,304 – $3,116

18% belowArea: $3,306

2 BR

This building: $2,550 – $3,450

20% belowArea: $3,756

3 BR

This building: $3,179 – $4,301

15% belowArea: $4,400

4 BR

This building: $3,426 – $4,635

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$2,600

$2,210 – $2,990

1 Bed

$3,306

$3,306

2 Bed

$3,756

$3,756

3 Bed

$4,400

$4,400

4 Bed

$4,030

$3,426 – $4,635

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Downtown Brooklyn

Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)

Asking rent

$4,678

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

3.1%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

25%

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

143 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

4110

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

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

22 total

Water Leak
6
Door/Lock
5
Roof/Ceiling
4
Paint/Plaster
3
Heat/Hot Water
1

311Top Complaints

92 total

Noise - Residential
22
Rodent
10
UNSANITARY CONDITION
9
Dirty Condition
9
HEAT/HOT WATER
9

DOBTop Filings

10 total

DOB Violations
10

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTMar 20, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 4R, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BNOV SENT OUTMar 20, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 4R, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BNOV SENT OUTMar 20, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT WINDOW RECESS (1ST FROM EAST AT SOUTH) IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 4R, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDSep 18, 2025
§ 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE BUILDING FRONT YARD, 1st STORY
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 3, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF KEY OPERATED LOCK AT ROOM DOOR TO FIRE-ESCAPE IN THE 5th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3L, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST

See all 22 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.8 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

5 reviews

5★

4★

20%

3★

40%

2★

40%

1★

Unit 2R Pros: - close to A/C/G trains - nice rooftop view - central AC Cons: - tons of rats outside - mice inside (result of new management) - current rent (we moved out after 40% increase) - washer/dryer is often out…

negativeOct 2022

Anonymous

Unit 2R Pros: -The rooftop view is nice -central AC -green and sometimes quiet block -a bathtub -laundry in building Cons: -Serious rat infestation outside -people with erratic and unpredictable behavior living under t…

negativeJun 2022

Anonymous

Unit 2 Pros: Central AC and size of the units. Bathrooms are new and nice. Cons: Since the corporate landlord took over they've been absent an uncaring. The super is great and very responsive. But the people in the off…

mixedMay 2022

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

1 amenity

OTHER

Good Cause

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

TOWNHOUSE RENTAL, L.L.C.

Portfolio of 273 buildingsOFFICER: GLEN BROWNMail: 625 BROADWAY, New York, NY, 10012

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

View full landlord profile

273

buildings

3.7

avg score / 5

B+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 5 by score · of 273 total

See all 273 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1899Building constructed8 units · 4 floors
nowTOWNHOUSE RENTAL, L.L.C.Owner of record per HPD registration · manages 273 buildings · registration active through 2027-09-01.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

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

242 MADISON STREET · Brooklyn · 40.685° N, -73.949° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby7 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

NOSTRAND AV/FULTON STB44-SBSB44
0.3 mi7 min
FULTON ST/MARCY AVB25
0.4 mi7 min
FULTON ST/BROOKLYN AVB25
0.4 mi8 min
BROOKLYN AV/FULTON STB43
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. K140K-8
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. K140K-8
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. 003 The Bedford VillageElementary
0.4 mi7 min
P.s. 093 William H. PrescottElementary
0.4 mi9 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Uncommon Collegiate ChsCharter
0.1 mi1 min
Uncommon Collegiate Charter High SchoolCharter
0.1 mi2 min
Uncommon Bed-Stuy West Charter School NycK-12
0.3 mi5 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Talmud Torah D'nitraElementary
0.4 mi9 min
Brooklyn Waldorf SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 min
Co-Op SchoolElementary
0.5 mi11 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

Explore Bedford-Stuyvesant

Neighborhood overview

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Crime in 11216

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Bedford-Stuyvesant

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 built1899

Floors4

Total units8

ClassC1

BBL3018230023

189019001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1899

Building constructed

8 units · 4 floors · class C1

now

Current owner: TOWNHOUSE RENTAL, L.L.C.

Portfolio includes 273 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDMEDIUMMar 20, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT
HPDMEDIUMMar 20, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT
HPDMEDIUMMar 20, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT WINDOW RECESS (1ST FROM EAST AT SOUTH) IN THE 1st ROOM FR
311MEDIUMMar 4, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMMar 4, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
311MEDIUMMar 1, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMMar 1, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 28, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 25, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,210 to $2,990 per month, with a median of $2,600.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,304 to $3,116 per month, with a median of $2,710.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,550 to $3,450 per month, with a median of $3,000.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,179 to $4,301 per month, with a median of $3,740.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,426 to $4,635 per month, with a median of $4,030.
How does rent at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 18% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 20% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 15% below the neighborhood median.
Is 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 242 MADISON STREET, 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 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
The registered owner of 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is TOWNHOUSE RENTAL, L.L.C.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?
242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by TOWNHOUSE RENTAL, L.L.C., has an overall grade of C (2.8/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 22 recorded violations. Tenants have left 5 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.8 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Yes, 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 22 housing violations and 92 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?
242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 1 amenities including Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
There are 10 schools near 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. K140 (5 min walk), P.s. K140 (5 min walk), P.s. 003 The Bedford Village (7 min walk), P.s. 093 William H. Prescott (9 min walk), Uncommon Collegiate Chs (1 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NOSTRAND AV/FULTON ST (B44-SBS, B44), 0.34 mi away.
Is 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11216 zip code where 242 MADISON STREET, 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 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?
242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1899, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
242 MADISON STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

09 / 10

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