What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $2,700 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $2,600 per month.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $2,995 per month.

How does rent at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about average for the area; 1-bedroom rents are about 5% below the neighborhood median.

Is 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

How much has rent changed at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Rent at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has decreased by 20% since 2023-05, going from $3,499 to $2,800 as of 2023-06.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 271 MARTENSE STREET, 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 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

The registered owner of 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is MELITZ NY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?

271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by MELITZ NY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 18 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Yes, 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 18 housing violations and 16 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?

271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 6 amenities including On-site Laundry, Laundry, Air Conditioning, Parking, Garage, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers laundry amenities: On-site Laundry, Laundry.

What schools are near 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

There are 10 schools near 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 399 Stanley Eugene Clark (5 min walk), M.s. 246 Walt Whitman (6 min walk), Parkside Preparatory Academy (7 min walk), P.s. K141 (7 min walk), Flatbush Ascend Charter School (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CHURCH AV/NOSTRAND AV (B35), 0.06 mi away.

Is 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11226 zip code where 271 MARTENSE STREET, 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 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?

271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1910, has 5 floors, contains 8 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

271 MARTENSE STREET — Rent Intelligence for Flatbush, NYC

Flatbush · Brooklyn, NY, 11226

Built 19105 floors8 unitsBBL 3050880051

Current rent range

$2,600 – $2,995 / mo

3 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★2.52 reviews

Verified reviewsMNOwned byMELITZ NY LLC3 bldgs

271 MARTENSE STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11226

271 MARTENSE STREET is a prewar 1910 building, 5 floors, 8 units in Flatbush, NYC. Owned by MELITZ NY LLC. Public records show 18 open violations, 16 311 complaints, 2 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations18last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews22.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints16last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

1 BR

$2,700/mo

1 listing

1 BR

$2,600/mo

1 listing

2 BR

$2,995/mo

1 listing

Compare this building's listings above against the 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: $2,700 – $2,700

2% belowArea: $2,750

2 BR

This building: $2,995 – $2,995

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 2 listings

2 Bed$2,8001 listing

3 Bed$3,4991 listing

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

1 Bed1 listing

$2,750

$2,750

2 Bed1 listing

$2,995

$2,995

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

139 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

3466

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

18 total

Paint/Plaster
8
Water Leak
6
Pest Infestation
2
Door/Lock
1
Heat/Hot Water
1

311Top Complaints

16 total

WATER LEAK
5
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
4
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
2
DOOR/WINDOW
2
PAINT/PLASTER
2

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 10, 2025
(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 11, 2024
(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 7, 2024
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT SOUTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 7, 2024
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3F, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 7, 2024
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 3F, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 18 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.5 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

3★

50%

2★

50%

1★

Pros: I love the location, people that live in the building are super friendly. The apartment is pretty spacious for New York and you’re close to the subway. Cons: Worst management experience I’ve had in New York. Anoth…

negativeJan 2026

Anonymous

Pros: New when I moved in... Cons: I lived in the 1st fl/basement. I redid the backyard and made it beautiful, but the mosquitoes were bad. The basement flooded and a pipe burst causing everything I own to mold.

mixedOct 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

6 amenities

PARKING & BIKES

Parking
Garage

LAUNDRY

On-site Laundry
Laundry

OTHER

Air Conditioning
Has Evictions

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

MELITZ NY LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: SAMUEL HOFFMANMail: 100A BROADWAY, BKLYN, NY, 11249

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed8 units · 5 floors
nowMELITZ NY LLCOwner 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.

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

271 MARTENSE STREET · Brooklyn · 40.652° N, -73.950° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby1 min

7 schools nearby5 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

CHURCH AV/NOSTRAND AVB35
0.1 mi1 min
CHURCH AV/NOSTRAND AVB35
0.1 mi2 min
NOSTRAND AV/CHURCH AVB44B44-SBSB96
0.1 mi2 min
CHURCH AV/ROGERS AVB35
0.1 mi2 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 399 Stanley Eugene ClarkElementary
0.2 mi5 min
M.s. 246 Walt WhitmanMiddle School
0.3 mi6 min
Parkside Preparatory AcademyMiddle School
0.3 mi7 min
P.s. K141K-12
0.3 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Flatbush Ascend Charter SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Success Academy Charter School Ditmas Park Middle SchoolCharter
0.3 mi6 min
Explore Charter SchoolK-8
0.3 mi7 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Mary Bobb Learning AcademyElementary
0.5 mi9 min
Lefferts Gardens MontessoriElementary
0.5 mi9 min
Phyl's Academy Prep SchoolElementary
0.5 mi10 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

Browse all NYC neighborhoods

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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 built1910

Floors5

Total units8

ClassC1

BBL3050880051

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

8 units · 5 floors · class C1

now

Current owner: MELITZ NY LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWJun 10, 2025
HPD Class A Violation — (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR
HPDLOWApr 11, 2024
HPD Class A Violation — (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR
311MEDIUMMar 19, 2024
DOOR/WINDOW — DOOR
HPDMEDIUMFeb 7, 2024
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT SOUTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th
HPDMEDIUMFeb 7, 2024
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM N
HPDMEDIUMFeb 7, 2024
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 3rd
HPDMEDIUMFeb 7, 2024
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT EAST WALL AT UPPER LEVEL IN TH
HPDMEDIUMFeb 7, 2024
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE EAST WALL AT UPPER
HPDMEDIUMFeb 7, 2024
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING AT UPPER LEVEL IN THE
HPDLOWFeb 7, 2024
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $2,700 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $2,600 per month.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $2,995 per month.
How does rent at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about average for the area; 1-bedroom rents are about 5% below the neighborhood median.
Is 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
How much has rent changed at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Rent at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has decreased by 20% since 2023-05, going from $3,499 to $2,800 as of 2023-06.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 271 MARTENSE STREET, 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 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
The registered owner of 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is MELITZ NY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?
271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by MELITZ NY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 18 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Yes, 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 18 housing violations and 16 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?
271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 6 amenities including On-site Laundry, Laundry, Air Conditioning, Parking, Garage, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers laundry amenities: On-site Laundry, Laundry.
What schools are near 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
There are 10 schools near 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 399 Stanley Eugene Clark (5 min walk), M.s. 246 Walt Whitman (6 min walk), Parkside Preparatory Academy (7 min walk), P.s. K141 (7 min walk), Flatbush Ascend Charter School (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CHURCH AV/NOSTRAND AV (B35), 0.06 mi away.
Is 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11226 zip code where 271 MARTENSE STREET, 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 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?
271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1910, has 5 floors, contains 8 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
271 MARTENSE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

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