What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,091 to $2,438 per month, with a median of $2,264.

How does rent at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11238 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 29% above the neighborhood median.

Is 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 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 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 14% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

The registered owner of 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is KITSON BLISSETT. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 a good landlord?

344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, owned by KITSON BLISSETT, has an overall grade of A (4.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 13 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Yes, 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 13 housing violations and 17 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 have?

344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 offers 6 amenities including Fios Available, Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, View, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

There are 10 schools near 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb (2 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (6 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (6 min walk), The Urban Assembly Unison School (6 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FULTON ST/GRAND AV (B26, B25), 0.41 mi away.

Is 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11238 zip code where 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is located had 1,430 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 89 violent crimes, 570 property crimes, and 771 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11238 for full details.

When was 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 built and how many units does it have?

344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 was built in 1905, has 4 floors, contains 16 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Prospect Heights, NYC

Prospect Heights · Brooklyn, NY, 11238

Built 19054 floors16 unitsBBL 3019480015

Current rent range

$2,091 – $2,438 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★4.52 reviews

Verified reviewsKBOwned byKITSON BLISSETT3 bldgs

344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11238

344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE is a prewar 1905 building, 16 units in Prospect Heights, NYC. Owned by KITSON BLISSETT. Public records show 19 open violations, 17 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations13last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews24.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age121 ybuilt 1905

311 complaints17last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

1 BR

$2,264/mo

16 listings

Compare this building's listings above against the neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

May

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Potential savings: ~14% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

1 BR

This building: $2,091 – $2,438

29% aboveArea: $1,750

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

1 Bed16 listings

$1,750

$1,750

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

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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

148 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

3208

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

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

13 total

Pest Infestation
6

311Top Complaints

17 total

Request Large Bulky Item Collection
8
Illegal Parking
4
Noise - Residential
4
Rodent
1

DOBTop Filings

6 total

DOB Violations
6

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTMay 5, 2026
(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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 20, 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 ANOV SENT OUTJun 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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 29, 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 ANOV SENT OUTApr 10, 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.

See all 13 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.5 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

50%

4★

50%

3★

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1★

Unit 1B Pros: I love this building so much. Amazing location, easy access to subway, responsive and friendly landlord. Cons: There aren't many cons here, the only thing I would say is that the unit is small, but that…

positiveDec 2022

Anonymous

Pros: The rent in stabilized. The interior work done to my unit was better than a lot of places and the owners always fixed things when asked. Cons: Owner responsiveness can be slow. Quality of materials is only ok. The…

positiveAug 2021

Anonymous

View all 2 reviews

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

6 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Fireplace
Hardwood Floors
View
Rent Stabilized
Good Cause

04 / 09

Building amenities.

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The landlord.

KITSON BLISSETT

Portfolio of 3 buildings

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1905Building constructed16 units · 4 floors
nowKITSON BLISSETTOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2018-09-01.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

11238 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11238

Violent89

Property570

Quality-of-life771

Total incidents1,430

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About this area.

Prospect Heights · 11238

344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.688° N, -73.962° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

FULTON ST/GRAND AVB26B25
0.4 mi8 min
FULTON ST/GRAND AVB26B25
0.4 mi9 min
FULTON ST/CLASSON AVB25
0.5 mi10 min
CLASSON AV/FULTON STB48
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 270 Johann DekalbElementary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 056 Lewis H. LatimerElementary
0.3 mi6 min
P.s. 056 Lewis H. LatimerElementary
0.3 mi6 min
The Urban Assembly Unison SchoolMiddle School
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Community Partnership Charter SchoolK-8
0.1 mi2 min
Achievement First Endeavor Charter SchoolK-8
0.5 mi9 min
Compass Charter SchoolElementary
0.5 mi10 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Starting Point - Bedford Stuyvesant
0.2 mi4 min
Ohel ElozerHigh School
0.3 mi5 min
Talmud Torah D'nitraElementary
0.4 mi7 min

The neighborhood

Prospect Heights

Prospect Heights borders Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Museum. It's slightly more affordable than Park Slope, with a great mix of longtime residents and newcomers, excellent dining on Vanderbilt Ave.

6,631buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$1,750median 1BR

58,047population$126kmedian income71%renters

CulturalWalkableDiverseUp-and-ComingParks

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Neighborhood overview

Prospect Heights→

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

Rent trends in Prospect Heights

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Bedford-Stuyvesant· 0.39 mi Carroll Gardens· 0.39 mi Fort Greene· 0.82 mi Park Slope· 0.93 mi Williamsburg· 1.28 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 built1905

Floors4

Total units16

ClassC1

BBL3019480015

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1905

Building constructed

16 units · 4 floors · class C1

now

Current owner: KITSON BLISSETT

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWMay 5, 2026
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
311MEDIUMFeb 16, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
HPDHIGHNov 20, 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
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
HPDHIGHNov 29, 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
311MEDIUMJun 11, 2024
Illegal Parking — Commercial Overnight Parking
HPDLOWApr 10, 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
311MEDIUMApr 1, 2024
Rodent — Condition Attracting Rodents
HPDHIGHNov 22, 2023
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
311MEDIUMSep 1, 2023
Illegal Parking — Blocked Hydrant

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,091 to $2,438 per month, with a median of $2,264.
How does rent at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11238 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 29% above the neighborhood median.
Is 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 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 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 14% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
The registered owner of 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is KITSON BLISSETT. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 a good landlord?
344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, owned by KITSON BLISSETT, has an overall grade of A (4.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 13 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Yes, 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 13 housing violations and 17 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 have?
344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 offers 6 amenities including Fios Available, Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, View, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
There are 10 schools near 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb (2 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (6 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (6 min walk), The Urban Assembly Unison School (6 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FULTON ST/GRAND AV (B26, B25), 0.41 mi away.
Is 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11238 zip code where 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is located had 1,430 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 89 violent crimes, 570 property crimes, and 771 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11238 for full details.
When was 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 built and how many units does it have?
344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 was built in 1905, has 4 floors, contains 16 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
344 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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