What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $2,195 per month.

How does rent at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 20% below the neighborhood median.

Is 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?

Yes, 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 14% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

The registered owner of 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is BENSON ESTATES LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by BENSON ESTATES LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 70 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Yes, 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 70 housing violations and 14 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 5 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, Rent Stabilized, Pet Friendly, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 allow pets?

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

There are 10 schools near 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 249 The Caton (5 min walk), Brooklyn College Academy (9 min walk), Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At Erasmus (9 min walk), High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus (9 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (10 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CATON AV/PARADE PL (B16), 0.14 mi away.

Is 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11226 zip code where 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is located had 3,775 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 338 violent crimes, 924 property crimes, and 2,513 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11226 for full details.

When was 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1914, has 4 floors, contains 16 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Flatbush, NYC

Flatbush · Brooklyn, NY, 11226

Built 19144 floors16 unitsBBL 3050520053

Current rent range

$2,195 – $2,195 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★3.02 reviews

Verified reviewsBEOwned byBENSON ESTATES LLC8 bldgs

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11226

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE is a prewar 1914 building, 16 units in Flatbush, NYC. Owned by BENSON ESTATES LLC. Public records show 70 open violations, 14 311 complaints on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 16 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations70last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews23.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units16DHCR records

Building age112 ybuilt 1914

311 complaints14last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

1 BR

$2,195/mo

13 listings

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

May

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Potential savings: ~14% by timing your move to February.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,713

1 BR

This building: $2,195 – $2,195

20% belowArea: $2,750

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

1 Bed13 listings

$2,750

$2,750

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Flatbush

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

Asking rent

$2,103

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

0.4%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

11%

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

90 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

2716

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

70 total

Paint/Plaster
12
Water Leak
10
Fire Escape/Stairs
5
Door/Lock
4
Window/Guard
4

311Top Complaints

14 total

Noise - Residential
32
PAINT/PLASTER
8
HEAT/HOT WATER
7
WATER LEAK
7
DOOR/WINDOW
4

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(4 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 10, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT D3, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 10, 2025
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT D3, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 10, 2025
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT D3, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 11, 2025
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES AIR CONDITIONER PROTRUDING MORE THAN 4 INCHES FROM WINDOW ON 3RD STORY BALCONY AT NORTH FIRE ESCAPE AT BUILDING FRONT
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDMay 17, 2025
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT ENTRANCE TO BUILDING , 1st STORY

See all 70 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

50%

3★

2★

50%

1★

Unit No Pros: Really quiet block close to the park. Great location for trains. Well managed. Cons: I had mold in my apartment, but it was fixed. Low sunlight in lower floors facing alley.

positiveDec 2024

Anonymous

Pros: Good neighbors in a good location. Cons: Building is poorly managed. Rats, mice and roaches can be found in or around the building. Exterminator does nothing! Does just enough to say they're doing something. Unres…

negativeSep 2024

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

5 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
Rent Stabilized
Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

BENSON ESTATES LLC

Portfolio of 8 buildingsMANAGER: MICHAEL NIAMONITAKISMail: 8214 3RD AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY, 11209

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.6

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 5 by score · of 8 total

See all 8 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1914Building constructed16 units · 4 floors
nowBENSON ESTATES LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 8 buildings.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

11226 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11226

Violent338

Property924

Quality-of-life2,513

Total incidents3,775

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About this area.

Flatbush · 11226

25 WOODRUFF AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.653° N, -73.965° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby3 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

CATON AV/PARADE PLB16
0.1 mi3 min
CATON AV/E 16 STB16
0.1 mi3 min
CATON AV/RUGBY RDB16
0.2 mi4 min
CHURCH AV/E 18 STB35
0.3 mi5 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 249 The CatonElementary
0.2 mi5 min
Brooklyn College AcademyHigh School
0.4 mi9 min
Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At ErasmusSecondary
0.5 mi9 min
High School For Youth And Community Development At ErasmusHigh School
0.5 mi9 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - FlatbushElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Flatbush Ascend Charter SchoolElementary
0.6 mi11 min
Achievement First Voyager Charter SchoolCharter
0.6 mi13 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

City-Pro Group, Inc. - Bedford Ave
0.5 mi11 min
Starting Point Serv - St. Marks
0.6 mi12 min
Lefferts Gardens MontessoriElementary
0.7 mi15 min

The neighborhood

Flatbush

Flatbush around Church and Nostrand avenues is one of NYC's most vibrantly Caribbean neighborhoods — patois echoes on the streets, doubles vendors set up shop, and the Flatbush Junction outdoor market draws weekend crowds. It's affordable, lively, and deeply authentic.

7,559buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$2,750median 1BR

101,053population$76kmedian income86%renters

Caribbean CultureLivelyAffordableAuthenticDiverse

Explore Flatbush

Neighborhood overview

Flatbush→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 11226

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Flatbush

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

East Flatbush· 1.1 mi Crown Heights· 1.12 mi Kensington· 1.16 mi Flatbush· 1.26 mi Midwood· 1.57 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 built1914

Floors4

Total units16

Rent-stab units16

ClassC1

BBL3050520053

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1914

Building constructed

16 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

16 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: BENSON ESTATES LLC

Portfolio includes 8 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMFeb 14, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
HPDMEDIUMNov 10, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 2nd
HPDMEDIUMNov 10, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM N
HPDHIGHNov 10, 2025
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT D3, 4th STO
311MEDIUMNov 9, 2025
PAINT/PLASTER — CEILING
311MEDIUMNov 9, 2025
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
311MEDIUMSep 5, 2025
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
HPDMEDIUMJun 11, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES AI
HPDLOWMay 17, 2025
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT ENTRANCE TO BUILDING , 1st STORY
HPDHIGHMay 17, 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

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $2,195 per month.
How does rent at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 20% below the neighborhood median.
Is 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?
Yes, 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 14% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
The registered owner of 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is BENSON ESTATES LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?
25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by BENSON ESTATES LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 70 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Yes, 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 70 housing violations and 14 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?
25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 5 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, Rent Stabilized, Pet Friendly, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 allow pets?
25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
There are 10 schools near 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 249 The Caton (5 min walk), Brooklyn College Academy (9 min walk), Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At Erasmus (9 min walk), High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus (9 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (10 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CATON AV/PARADE PL (B16), 0.14 mi away.
Is 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11226 zip code where 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is located had 3,775 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 338 violent crimes, 924 property crimes, and 2,513 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11226 for full details.
When was 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?
25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1914, has 4 floors, contains 16 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
25 WOODRUFF AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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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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