What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is approximately $2,500 per month.

How does rent at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11225 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 40% below the neighborhood median.

Is 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 rent stabilized?

Yes, 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is rent stabilized with 23 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, 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 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

The registered owner of 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is 279 REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 a good landlord?

279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, owned by 279 REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 29 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 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 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

Yes, 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 29 housing violations and 51 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Are there eviction filings at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

Yes, there are 1 eviction record on file for 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225. The most recent was in January 2025. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.

What amenities does 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 have?

279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 offers 5 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, Good Cause, Rent Stabilized, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 allow pets?

279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 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 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

There are 10 schools near 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 092 Adrian Hegeman (9 min walk), P.s. 092 Adrian Hegeman (9 min walk), P.s. 249 The Caton (10 min walk), High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus (11 min walk), Achievement First Voyager Charter School (9 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV/CATON AV (B16, T464), 0.26 mi away.

Is 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11225 zip code where 279 OCEAN AVENUE, 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 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 built and how many units does it have?

279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 was built in 1924, has 4 floors, contains 23 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?

279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

279 OCEAN AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Crown Heights, NYC

Crown Heights · Brooklyn, NY, 11225

Built 19244 floors23 unitsBBL 3050260331

Current rent range

$2,500 – $2,500 / mo

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

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★★★★★3.01 reviews

Verified reviews2ROwned by279 REALTY LLC3 bldgs

279 OCEAN AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11225

279 OCEAN AVENUE is a prewar 1924 building, 23 units in Crown Heights, NYC. Owned by 279 REALTY LLC. Public records show 30 open violations, 51 311 complaints on file. Tenant-impact history includes 1 eviction. Rent stabilization on file covers 23 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations29last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed1last 7 years

Tenant reviews13.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units23DHCR records

Building age102 ybuilt 1924

311 complaints51last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

2 BR

$2,500/mo

4 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

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $1,750

2 BR

This building: $2,500 – $2,500

40% belowArea: $4,176

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

2 Bed4 listings

$4,176

$4,176

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Prospect Park

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

Asking rent

$3,296

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

-0.4%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

16%

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

95 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

2793

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

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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

29 total

Paint/Plaster
20
Door/Lock
4
Smoke/CO Detector
2
Window/Guard
1
Heat/Hot Water
1

311Top Complaints

51 total

Noise - Residential
16
Illegal Parking
12
HEAT/HOT WATER
11
PAINT/PLASTER
4
PLUMBING
2

DOBTop Filings

1 total

DOB Violations
1

EvictionsEvictions

1 filed

Evictions filed
1

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CCIV14 MAILEDFeb 2, 2026
§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1D, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CNOV CERTIFIED ON TIMEFeb 2, 2026
§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM GATE LOCKED AT EAST WALL AT FRONT YARD, LEADING TO THE BASEMENT AT BOILER ROOM
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 19, 2019
§ 27-2005, 2007, 204.1 HMC CODE: ARRANGE AND MAKE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS TO NORTH FIRE PASSAGE WAY AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDJul 17, 2019
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ILLEGAL FASTENING CONSISTING OF AN UNACCEPTABLE ELECTROMAGNATIC LOCKING DEVICE INSTALLED AT THE BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDJul 17, 2019
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROVIDE SECURITY IN THE EVENT OF A POWER OUTAGE BY MEAN OF AN ACCEPTABLE MECHANICAL HEAVY DUTY LOCK AND LATCH SET AT BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

See all 29 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

100%

2★

1★

Unit 4C Pros: Most neighbors are nice and friendly. Super is great. Cons: The owners just want money and try to dismiss every legitimate problem that comes up. The old owner, Mr. Fox, was very kind and professional. Hi…

mixedMar 2025

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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
Good Cause
Rent Stabilized

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

279 REALTY LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: JODY FOXMail: 881 WASHINGTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.0

avg score / 5

B-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1924Building constructed23 units · 4 floors
now279 REALTY LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2027-09-01.

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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

279 OCEAN AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.656° N, -73.962° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby5 min

7 schools nearby9 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

OCEAN AV/CATON AVB16T464
0.3 mi5 min
OCEAN AV/CATON AVB16T464
0.3 mi6 min
FLATBUSH AV/CATON AVB41
0.3 mi6 min
CATON AV/SAINT PAULS PLB16
0.3 mi6 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 092 Adrian HegemanElementary
0.4 mi9 min
P.s. 092 Adrian HegemanElementary
0.4 mi9 min
P.s. 249 The CatonElementary
0.5 mi10 min
High School For Youth And Community Development At ErasmusHigh School
0.5 mi11 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Achievement First Voyager Charter SchoolCharter
0.4 mi9 min
Flatbush Ascend Charter SchoolElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Explore Charter SchoolK-8
0.6 mi11 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

City-Pro Group, Inc. - Bedford Ave
0.3 mi6 min
Lefferts Gardens MontessoriElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Starting Point Serv - St. Marks
0.8 mi16 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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Crime in 11225

See full breakdown→

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 built1924

Floors4

Total units23

Rent-stab units23

ClassC1

BBL3050260331

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1924

Building constructed

23 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

23 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 279 REALTY LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMMay 24, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
HPDHIGHFeb 2, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM GATE LOCKED AT EAST WALL AT FRONT YARD, LEADING TO T
HPDHIGHFeb 2, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1D, 4th STORY, 2nd
311MEDIUMJan 28, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMJan 27, 2026
Noise - Residential — Banging/Pounding
311MEDIUMJan 9, 2026
Noise - Residential — Banging/Pounding
311MEDIUMDec 16, 2025
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMDec 16, 2025
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMDec 16, 2025
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMDec 16, 2025
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is approximately $2,500 per month.
How does rent at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11225 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 40% below the neighborhood median.
Is 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 rent stabilized?
Yes, 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is rent stabilized with 23 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
Based on historical listing data, November tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, 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 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
The registered owner of 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 is 279 REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 a good landlord?
279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, owned by 279 REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 29 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 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 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
Yes, 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 29 housing violations and 51 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Are there eviction filings at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
Yes, there are 1 eviction record on file for 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225. The most recent was in January 2025. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.
What amenities does 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 have?
279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 offers 5 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, Good Cause, Rent Stabilized, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 allow pets?
279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 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 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
There are 10 schools near 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 092 Adrian Hegeman (9 min walk), P.s. 092 Adrian Hegeman (9 min walk), P.s. 249 The Caton (10 min walk), High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus (11 min walk), Achievement First Voyager Charter School (9 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV/CATON AV (B16, T464), 0.26 mi away.
Is 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11225 zip code where 279 OCEAN AVENUE, 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 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 built and how many units does it have?
279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 was built in 1924, has 4 floors, contains 23 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225?
279 OCEAN AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 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.

09 / 10

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