What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 is approximately $3,900 per month.

Is 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 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 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237, while April is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?

The registered owner of 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 is BUT WHY CORP. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 a good landlord?

247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237, owned by BUT WHY CORP, has an overall grade of B (3.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 20 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?

247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?

Yes, 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 has 20 housing violations and 23 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 have?

247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 offers 2 amenities including Enhanced Gallery, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 allow pets?

247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 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 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?

There are 10 schools near 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include J.h.s. 383 Philippa Schuyler (2 min walk), P.s. 116 Elizabeth L Farrell (5 min walk), P.s. 116 Elizabeth L Farrell (5 min walk), P.s. 075 Mayda Cortiella (7 min walk), Achievement First Bushwick Charter School (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?

247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: GATES AV/EVERGREEN AV (B52), 0.41 mi away.

Is 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11237 zip code where 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 is located had 3,624 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 315 violent crimes, 1,226 property crimes, and 2,083 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11237 for full details.

When was 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 built and how many units does it have?

247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 was built in 1931, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units, 2 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?

247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

247 WILSON AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bushwick, NYC

Bushwick · Brooklyn, NY, 11237

Built 19313 floors3 unitsBBL 3032770005

Current rent range

$3,900 – $3,900 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★3.52 reviews

Verified reviewsBWOwned byBUT WHY CORP3 bldgs

247 WILSON AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11237

247 WILSON AVENUE is a mid-century 1931 building, 3 units in Bushwick, NYC. Owned by BUT WHY CORP. Public records show 21 open violations, 23 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations20last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews23.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age95 ybuilt 1931

311 complaints23last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

4 BR

$3,900/mo

1 listing

Compare this building's listings above against the neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

April

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

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,000

4 BR

This building: $3,900 – $3,900

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

4 Bed1 listing

$3,900

$3,900

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Bushwick

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

Asking rent

$2,911

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.5%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

12%

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

142 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

4800

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

20 total

Smoke/CO Detector
4
Door/Lock
3
Water Leak
2
Pest Infestation
2
Flooring
1

311Top Complaints

23 total

Illegal Parking
5
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
4
Noise
3
HEAT/HOT WATER
3
Noise - Residential
2

DOBTop Filings

1 total

DOB Violations
1

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 7, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''1366MYRTLE''
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 7, 2025
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT BUILDING ENTRANCE , 1st STORY, SECTION ''1366MYRTLE''
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 7, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF SLIDE BOLTS CAPABLE OF PADLOCK AT BULKHEAD AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY, SECTION ''1366MYRTLE''
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 7, 2025
§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''1366MYRTLE''
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 7, 2025
§ 27-2044, 2041.1 HMC: §238 MDL and 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''1366MYRTLE''

See all 20 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.5 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

50%

3★

50%

2★

1★

Pros: The living room was huge and it was a good location! The rent never went up for three years. Cons: BLACK MOLD EVERYWHERE. They would just paint over it and pretend it didn't exist. Multiple leaks in the ceiling th…

mixedJan 2026

Anonymous

Pros: The living room is great and kitchen is large and you are in the heart of everything. Cons: You’re right in front of the train, it’s loud and the bedrooms are comically small

positiveJul 2021

Anonymous

View all 2 reviews

03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Enhanced Gallery

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

BUT WHY CORP

Portfolio of 3 buildingsOFFICER: THERESA MENDOLIAMail: 245 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.0

avg score / 5

B-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

C249 WILSON AVENUEBrooklyn5.0 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1931Building constructed3 units · 3 floors
nowBUT WHY CORPOwner 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.

11237 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11237

Violent315

Property1,226

Quality-of-life2,083

Total incidents3,624

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About this area.

Bushwick · 11237

247 WILSON AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.698° N, -73.921° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

GATES AV/EVERGREEN AVB52
0.4 mi8 min
GATES AV/EVERGREEN AVB52
0.4 mi9 min
GATES AV/BUSHWICK AVB52
0.5 mi10 min
BROADWAY/GREENE AVB47Q24
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

J.h.s. 383 Philippa SchuylerMiddle School
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 116 Elizabeth L FarrellElementary
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 116 Elizabeth L FarrellElementary
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 075 Mayda CortiellaElementary
0.3 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Achievement First Bushwick Charter SchoolK-8
0.1 mi2 min
Achievement First Bushwick Charter SchoolK-8
0.1 mi2 min
Success Academy Charter School - BushwickElementary
0.2 mi3 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Aim High - New Life Child Devel
0.4 mi9 min
Brooklyn United Children - Wilson
0.4 mi9 min
St Brigid Catholic AcademyElementary
0.5 mi11 min

The neighborhood

Bushwick

Eastern Bushwick is where the arts scene starts to give way to more established residential blocks. The Bushwick Collective murals extend into this zip code, and the mix of warehouse parties and family-run taquerias gives the area its particular energy.

6,370buildings tracked3.0avg LucidIQ$2,000median 1BR

47,183population$79kmedian income89%renters

ArtsyDiverseAffordableNightlifeEvolving

Explore Bushwick

Neighborhood overview

Bushwick→

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

Rent trends in Bushwick

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Bushwick· 0.63 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 1.48 mi Williamsburg· 1.83 mi Carroll Gardens· 1.97 mi Fort Greene· 2.02 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 built1931

Floors3

Total units3

ClassS2

BBL3032770005

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1931

Building constructed

3 units · 3 floors · class S2

now

Current owner: BUT WHY CORP

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDMEDIUMMay 7, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3, 3rd STORY
HPDMEDIUMMay 7, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT BUILDING ENTRANCE , 1st STORY, SECTION ''
HPDMEDIUMMay 7, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF SLIDE BOLTS CAPABLE OF PADLOCK AT BULKHEAD AT PUBLIC H
HPDMEDIUMMay 7, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT A
HPDHIGHMay 7, 2025
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2044, 2041.1 HMC: §238 MDL and 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEF
HPDMEDIUMMay 7, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSE HOLD ITEMS AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY, SECTION ''136
HPDMEDIUMMay 7, 2025
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
HPDHIGHMay 7, 2025
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSI
HPDMEDIUMMay 7, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3, 3rd STORY, 1st
311MEDIUMFeb 22, 2025
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 is approximately $3,900 per month.
Is 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 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 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237, while April is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?
The registered owner of 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 is BUT WHY CORP. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 a good landlord?
247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237, owned by BUT WHY CORP, has an overall grade of B (3.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 20 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?
247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?
Yes, 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 has 20 housing violations and 23 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 have?
247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 offers 2 amenities including Enhanced Gallery, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 allow pets?
247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 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 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?
There are 10 schools near 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include J.h.s. 383 Philippa Schuyler (2 min walk), P.s. 116 Elizabeth L Farrell (5 min walk), P.s. 116 Elizabeth L Farrell (5 min walk), P.s. 075 Mayda Cortiella (7 min walk), Achievement First Bushwick Charter School (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?
247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: GATES AV/EVERGREEN AV (B52), 0.41 mi away.
Is 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11237 zip code where 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 is located had 3,624 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 315 violent crimes, 1,226 property crimes, and 2,083 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11237 for full details.
When was 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 built and how many units does it have?
247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 was built in 1931, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units, 2 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237?
247 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11237 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

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