What is the rent for a studio at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is approximately $1,695 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is approximately $1,695 per month.

How does rent at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11225 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 3% below the neighborhood median.

Is 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 rent stabilized?

Yes, 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is rent stabilized with 78 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, while July is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to November could save approximately 13% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

The registered owner of 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is 270 EMPIRE REALTY. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 a good landlord?

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, owned by 270 EMPIRE REALTY, has an overall grade of B (3.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 373 recorded violations. Tenants have left 5 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

Yes, 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 373 housing violations and 373 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 have?

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

There are 10 schools near 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include M.s. 061 Dr. Gladstone H. Atwell (5 min walk), Medgar Evers College Preparatory School (5 min walk), P.s. 161 The Crown (5 min walk), P.s. 375 Jackie Robinson School (7 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Crown Heights (5 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NOSTRAND AV/MAPLE ST (B44), 0.26 mi away.

Is 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11225 zip code where 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is located had 2,803 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 261 violent crimes, 698 property crimes, and 1,844 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11225 for full details.

When was 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 built and how many units does it have?

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 was built in 1928, has 6 floors, contains 77 total units.

How energy efficient is 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has an ENERGY STAR score of 68 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 81.9 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).

What do tenants say about living at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD — Rent Intelligence for Crown Heights, NYC

Crown Heights · Brooklyn, NY, 11225

Built 19286 floors77 unitsBBL 3013150010

Current rent range

$1,695 – $1,695 / mo

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

Leave a review

★★★★★2.45 reviews

Verified reviews2EOwned by270 EMPIRE REALTY3 bldgs

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD

Brooklyn, NY, 11225

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD is a prewar 1928 building, 6 floors, 77 units in Crown Heights, NYC. Owned by 270 EMPIRE REALTY. Public records show 436 open violations, 373 311 complaints, 10 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 78 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 5 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations373last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews52.4 ★ avg

Rent-stab units77DHCR records

Building age98 ybuilt 1928

311 complaints373last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$1,695/mo

9 listings

1 BR

$1,695/mo

19 listings

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

November

Most expensive

July

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Potential savings: ~13% by timing your move to November.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $1,695 – $1,695

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,695 – $1,695

3% belowArea: $1,750

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,176

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio9 listings

$1,695

$1,695

1 Bed19 listings

$1,750

$1,750

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

111 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

3126

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

373 total

Paint/Plaster
120
Pest Infestation
37
Door/Lock
33
Flooring
25
Smoke/CO Detector
23

311Top Complaints

373 total

UNSANITARY CONDITION
72
HEAT/HOT WATER
65
Noise - Residential
56
PAINT/PLASTER
28
Elevator
26

DOBTop Filings

63 total

DOB Violations
63

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(34 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTMar 23, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''WEST''
Class BNOV SENT OUTMar 23, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT SOUTH WALL IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 4H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''WEST''
Class BNOV SENT OUTMar 23, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''WEST''
Class CCIV14 MAILEDMar 23, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''WEST''
Class BNOV SENT OUTMar 23, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE INTERCOMUNICATION SYSTEM FROM VESTIBULE TO EAST WALL IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 4H, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''WEST''

See all 373 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.4 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

5 reviews

5★

4★

3★

40%

2★

60%

1★

Pros: Some neighbors are nice Cons: People need to know where to put their garbage. Need to work Advice to landlord: Must listen to the tenantas when they call with a complain. Needs to come and ck to see how ppl are m…

negativeSep 2022

Anonymous

Unit 6D Pros: It’s inexpensive and some of the apartments are pretty newly renovated. A lot of the tenants have been there for a long time and the sense of community is strong. Cons: The elevator works maybe 55% of the…

negativeMay 2022

Anonymous

Pros: Apt is bright, high ceilings and very spacious Cons: Elevator goes out constantly, the super barely responds to concerns and ongoing issues with hot water/pressure. Packages get stolen constantly! I don’t think th…

negativeMay 2022

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

270 EMPIRE REALTY

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: RACHEL WOLFMail: 170 E SUNRISE HWY, Valley Stream, NY, 11581

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.3

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1928Building constructed77 units · 6 floors
now270 EMPIRE REALTYOwner 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.

11225 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11225

Violent261

Property698

Quality-of-life1,844

Total incidents2,803

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About this area.

Crown Heights · 11225

270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD · Brooklyn · 40.664° N, -73.953° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby5 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

NOSTRAND AV/MAPLE STB44
0.3 mi5 min
ROGERS AV/MIDWOOD STB49
0.3 mi5 min
BEDFORD AV/MAPLE STB49
0.3 mi6 min
ROGERS AV/FENIMORE STB49
0.3 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

M.s. 061 Dr. Gladstone H. AtwellMiddle School
0.2 mi5 min
Medgar Evers College Preparatory SchoolSecondary
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 161 The CrownElementary
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. 375 Jackie Robinson SchoolElementary
0.3 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - Crown HeightsK-8
0.3 mi5 min
Explore Charter SchoolK-8
0.5 mi10 min
Achievement First Voyager Charter SchoolCharter
0.5 mi10 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Beth Rivkah High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi5 min
St Francis Of Assisi Catholic AcaElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Crown Multi-Educ Svcs Leffert
0.3 mi6 min

The neighborhood

Crown Heights

Crown Heights along the Eastern Parkway corridor is defined by the grand boulevard — designed by Olmsted and Vaux — with the Brooklyn Museum and Brooklyn Botanic Garden as anchors. The neighborhood's Caribbean and Hasidic communities have coexisted here for decades, and new restaurants are popping up on Franklin Avenue.

5,333buildings tracked4.5avg LucidIQ$1,750median 1BR

58,476population$83kmedian income82%renters

CulturalDiverseParksEvolvingHistoric Boulevard

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Neighborhood overview

Crown Heights→

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

Rent trends in Crown Heights

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Park Slope· 0.96 mi Crown Heights· 1.03 mi Flatbush· 1.12 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 1.27 mi East Flatbush· 1.33 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 built1928

Floors6

Total units77

Rent-stab units77

ClassD1

BBL3013150010

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1928

Building constructed

77 units · 6 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

78 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 270 EMPIRE REALTY

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMJul 20, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — CEILING
311MEDIUMJul 20, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMApr 28, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMApr 21, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMMar 31, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Television
311MEDIUMMar 28, 2026
Dirty Condition — Trash
HPDMEDIUMMar 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT SOUTH WALL IN THE P
HPDMEDIUMMar 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MON
HPDHIGHMar 23, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4H, 4th STO
HPDMEDIUMMar 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE INTERCOMUNICATION SYSTEM FROM VESTIBULE TO EAST WALL I

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is approximately $1,695 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is approximately $1,695 per month.
How does rent at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11225 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 3% below the neighborhood median.
Is 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 rent stabilized?
Yes, 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is rent stabilized with 78 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, while July is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to November could save approximately 13% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
The registered owner of 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is 270 EMPIRE REALTY. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 a good landlord?
270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, owned by 270 EMPIRE REALTY, has an overall grade of B (3.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 373 recorded violations. Tenants have left 5 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
Yes, 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 373 housing violations and 373 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 have?
270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
There are 10 schools near 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include M.s. 061 Dr. Gladstone H. Atwell (5 min walk), Medgar Evers College Preparatory School (5 min walk), P.s. 161 The Crown (5 min walk), P.s. 375 Jackie Robinson School (7 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Crown Heights (5 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NOSTRAND AV/MAPLE ST (B44), 0.26 mi away.
Is 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11225 zip code where 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is located had 2,803 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 261 violent crimes, 698 property crimes, and 1,844 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11225 for full details.
When was 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 built and how many units does it have?
270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 was built in 1928, has 6 floors, contains 77 total units.
How energy efficient is 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has an ENERGY STAR score of 68 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 81.9 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).
What do tenants say about living at 270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
270 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

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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.

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