What is the rent for a studio at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.

How does rent at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

The registered owner of 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is JM HOLDINGS 1 LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?

251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by JM HOLDINGS 1 LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 10 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Yes, 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 10 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 schools are near 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

There are 10 schools near 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center (3 min walk), M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center (3 min walk), P.s. 011 Purvis J. Behan (7 min walk), P.s. 011 Purvis J. Behan (7 min walk), Compass Charter School (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ATLANTIC AV/CARLTON AV (B45), 0.50 mi away.

Is 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11205 zip code where 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?

251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1950, has 3 floors, contains 10 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

251 DEKALB AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Fort Greene, NYC

Fort Greene · Brooklyn, NY, 11205

Built 19503 floors10 unitsBBL 3019150068

Current rent range

$2,074 – $4,359 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★4.02 reviews

Verified reviewsJHOwned byJM HOLDINGS 1 LLC3 bldgs

251 DEKALB AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11205

251 DEKALB AVENUE is a mid-century 1950 building, 10 units in Fort Greene, NYC. Owned by JM HOLDINGS 1 LLC. Public records show 12 open violations, 23 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations10last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews24.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age76 ybuilt 1950

311 complaints23last 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

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.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

146 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

2566

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report

02 / 10

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

Smoke/CO Detector
1

311Top Complaints

23 total

Illegal Parking
5
UNSANITARY CONDITION
4
Dirty Condition
4
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
2
PLUMBING
2

DOBTop Filings

2 total

DOB Violations
2

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(2 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 24, 2025
§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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTDec 3, 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 BNOV SENT OUTJul 31, 2024
§ 27-2024 ADMIN. CODE: PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF COLD WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT SHOWER STALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BNOV SENT OUTJul 31, 2024
§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 28, 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

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Very central area Laundry in unit Quiet at night Cons: Lots of roommates = not enough kitchen space Getting into the building can be annoyin

positiveAug 2025

Anonymous

Pros: AC units in the windows. Right next to citi bike station. No pests. Cons: Has backyard but was filled with boxes from renovations when I lived there

positiveSep 2024

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

JM HOLDINGS 1 LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: MORDECHAI ROSENBLUMMail: 150 AIRPORT ROAD, LAKEWOOD, NJ, 08701

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.0

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1950Building constructed10 units · 3 floors
nowJM HOLDINGS 1 LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2018-09-01.

05 / 09

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

251 DEKALB AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.690° N, -73.969° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby10 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

ATLANTIC AV/CARLTON AVB45
0.5 mi10 min
ATLANTIC AV/SOUTH PORTLAND AVB45
0.5 mi10 min
ATLANTIC AV/CARLTON AVB45
0.5 mi10 min
FULTON ST/WASHINGTON AVB25B26
0.5 mi11 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning CenterMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min
M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning CenterMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 011 Purvis J. BehanElementary
0.3 mi7 min
P.s. 011 Purvis J. BehanElementary
0.3 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Compass Charter SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Compass Charter SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Community Partnership Charter SchoolK-8
0.4 mi8 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Bishop Loughlin Memorial High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
Child Study Center Of New York
0.2 mi4 min
Ohel ElozerHigh School
0.5 mi9 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.

4,109buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$3,737median 1BR

50,319population$75kmedian income71%renters

CulturalArtsyWalkableDiverseHistoric

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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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06 / 10

Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1950

Floors3

Total units10

ClassC1

BBL3019150068

195019601970198019902000201020202030

1950

Building constructed

10 units · 3 floors · class C1

now

Current owner: JM HOLDINGS 1 LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMNov 26, 2025
Illegal Parking — Blocked Bike Lane
HPDHIGHNov 24, 2025
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
311MEDIUMAug 24, 2025
Dirty Condition — Trash
311MEDIUMApr 8, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
311MEDIUMMar 26, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
311MEDIUMFeb 19, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
311MEDIUMJan 31, 2025
UNSANITARY CONDITION — GARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGE
HPDHIGHDec 3, 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
311MEDIUMOct 22, 2024
Rodent — Condition Attracting Rodents
311MEDIUMOct 22, 2024
Dirty Condition — Trash

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.
How does rent at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
The registered owner of 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is JM HOLDINGS 1 LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?
251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by JM HOLDINGS 1 LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 10 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Yes, 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 10 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 schools are near 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
There are 10 schools near 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center (3 min walk), M.s. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center (3 min walk), P.s. 011 Purvis J. Behan (7 min walk), P.s. 011 Purvis J. Behan (7 min walk), Compass Charter School (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ATLANTIC AV/CARLTON AV (B45), 0.50 mi away.
Is 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11205 zip code where 251 DEKALB AVENUE, 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 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?
251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1950, has 3 floors, contains 10 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
251 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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