What is the rent for a studio at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,426 to $4,635 per month, with a median of $4,030.

How does rent at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?

Yes, 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is rent stabilized with 4 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 261 JEFFERSON 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

The registered owner of 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is 261 JEFFERSON AVE LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?

261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by 261 JEFFERSON AVE LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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.

Has 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 3 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What amenities does 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?

261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

There are 10 schools near 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-Ahsep (1 min walk), Brooklyn Academy High School (1 min walk), P.s. K140 (3 min walk), Academy Of Arts And Letters (3 min walk), Uncommon Collegiate Charter High School (1 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: BROOKLYN AV/FULTON ST (B43), 0.33 mi away.

Is 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11216 zip code where 261 JEFFERSON 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?

261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1889, has 3 floors, contains 9 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

261 JEFFERSON AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC

Bedford-Stuyvesant · Brooklyn, NY, 11216

Built 18893 floors9 unitsBBL 3018280055

Current rent range

$2,210 – $4,635 / mo

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

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviews2JOwned by261 JEFFERSON AVE LLC3 bldgs

261 JEFFERSON AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11216

261 JEFFERSON AVENUE is a prewar 1889 building, 9 units in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC. Owned by 261 JEFFERSON AVE LLC. Rent stabilization on file covers 4 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations0last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units9DHCR records

Building age137 ybuilt 1889

311 complaints0last 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

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

JFMAMJJASOND

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

132 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

3853

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

Steady

HPDTop Violations

0 total

No violations
0

311Top Complaints

0 total

Request Large Bulky Item Collection
21
Water System
3
Noise
1

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Recent records

Last 7 years

—NO RECORDS—
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.

See all 0 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

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1★

Pros: The management company is unmatched. They are incredibly kind, responsive, and on top of things. The rent prices are also really modestly raised each year. Any time I have an issue that needs fixed they are really…

positiveMar 2023

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

OTHER

Good Cause
Rent Stabilized

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

261 JEFFERSON AVE LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: Joseph AnscherMail: 6 Lillian Court, Port Washington, NY, 11050

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

1889Building constructed9 units · 3 floors
now261 JEFFERSON AVE LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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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

261 JEFFERSON AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.684° N, -73.947° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby7 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

BROOKLYN AV/FULTON STB43
0.3 mi7 min
NEW YORK AV/ATLANTIC AVB44
0.4 mi7 min
NEW YORK AV/PACIFIC STB44
0.4 mi8 min
KINGSTON AV/FULTON STB43
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-AhsepGED/Alt
0.1 mi1 min
Brooklyn Academy High SchoolHigh School
0.1 mi1 min
P.s. K140K-8
0.2 mi3 min
Academy Of Arts And LettersK-8
0.2 mi3 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Uncommon Collegiate Charter High SchoolCharter
0.1 mi1 min
Uncommon Collegiate ChsCharter
0.1 mi1 min
Uncommon Bed-Stuy West Charter School NycK-12
0.2 mi3 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Co-Op SchoolElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Brooklyn Waldorf SchoolElementary
0.5 mi11 min
Talmud Torah D'nitraElementary
0.6 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.

8,171buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$3,306median 1BR

62,373population$93kmedian income75%renters

BrownstonesHistoricCulturalFoodieCommunity Feel

Explore Bedford-Stuyvesant

Neighborhood overview

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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.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1889

Floors3

Total units9

Rent-stab units9

ClassC1

BBL3018280055

1880189019001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1889

Building constructed

9 units · 3 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

4 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 261 JEFFERSON AVE LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMJan 8, 2026
Water System — Hydrant Leaking (WC1)
311MEDIUMJan 6, 2026
Water System — Possible Water Main Break (Use Comments) (WA1)
311MEDIUMJan 2, 2026
Water System — Leak (Use Comments) (WA2)
311MEDIUMFeb 5, 2022
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMFeb 4, 2022
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMFeb 1, 2022
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMJan 6, 2022
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMJul 21, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
311MEDIUMMar 3, 2021
Noise — Noise: Construction Before/After Hours (NM1)
311MEDIUMJan 18, 2021
Request Large Bulky Item Collection

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,426 to $4,635 per month, with a median of $4,030.
How does rent at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?
Yes, 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is rent stabilized with 4 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 261 JEFFERSON 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
The registered owner of 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is 261 JEFFERSON AVE LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?
261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by 261 JEFFERSON AVE LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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.
Has 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 3 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What amenities does 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?
261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
There are 10 schools near 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-Ahsep (1 min walk), Brooklyn Academy High School (1 min walk), P.s. K140 (3 min walk), Academy Of Arts And Letters (3 min walk), Uncommon Collegiate Charter High School (1 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: BROOKLYN AV/FULTON ST (B43), 0.33 mi away.
Is 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11216 zip code where 261 JEFFERSON 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 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?
261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1889, has 3 floors, contains 9 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
261 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

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.

09 / 10

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