What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 ranges from $1,800 to $2,175 per month, with a median of $1,987.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 ranges from $2,325 to $2,675 per month, with a median of $2,500.

How does rent at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 28% below the neighborhood median.

Is 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?

Yes, 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 20 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 401 EAST 21 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 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

The registered owner of 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is WILSON FLAT INC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?

401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by WILSON FLAT INC, has an overall grade of C (2.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 249 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Yes, 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 249 housing violations and 128 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 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Yes, there are 1 eviction record on file for 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.

What amenities does 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?

401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 allow pets?

401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

There are 10 schools near 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 245 (4 min walk), Norma Adams Clemons Academy (7 min walk), Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At Erasmus (7 min walk), High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus (7 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (6 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV / DITMAS AV (BM4, BM3, BM1), 0.34 mi away.

Is 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11226 zip code where 401 EAST 21 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 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?

401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1918, has 4 floors, contains 20 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

401 EAST 21 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Flatbush, NYC

Flatbush · Brooklyn, NY, 11226

Built 19184 floors20 unitsBBL 3051520028

Current rent range

$1,800 – $2,675 / mo

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

Leave a review

★★★★★2.33 reviews

Verified reviewsWFOwned byWILSON FLAT INC3 bldgs

401 EAST 21 STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11226

401 EAST 21 STREET is a prewar 1918 building, 20 units in Flatbush, NYC. Owned by WILSON FLAT INC. Public records show 250 open violations, 128 311 complaints, 11 active litigation matters on file. Tenant-impact history includes 1 eviction. Risk signals: 2 bedbug reports. Rent stabilization on file covers 20 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 3 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations249last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed1last 7 years

Tenant reviews32.3 ★ avg

Rent-stab units20DHCR records

Building age108 ybuilt 1918

311 complaints128last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

1 BR

$1,987/mo

12 listings

2 BR

$2,500/mo

21 listings

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

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: $1,800 – $2,175

28% belowArea: $2,750

2 BR

This building: $2,325 – $2,675

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

1 Bed12 listings

$2,750

$2,750

2 Bed21 listings

$2,500

$2,325 – $2,675

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

123 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

3267

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

249 total

Door/Lock
41
Paint/Plaster
38
Flooring
22
Pest Infestation
21
Water Leak
18

311Top Complaints

128 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
22
Noise - Residential
20
ELECTRIC
11
PLUMBING
9
HEAT/HOT WATER
9

DOBTop Filings

1 total

DOB Violations
1

EvictionsEvictions

1 filed

Evictions filed
1

Violations by Unit

(23 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 4, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE AT LOWER SASH WINDOW IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT B5, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 4, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MORTISE LOCK AT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT B5, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTAug 4, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B5, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTAug 4, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B5, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class ANOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTJun 22, 2026
§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQ FT AT CEILING, NORTH WALL AND AT EAST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT A2, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 249 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.3 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

3 reviews

5★

4★

3★

67%

2★

1★

33%

Unit D5 Pros: The landlord hardly interferes and will hardly come by to check in. It’s close to a lot of restaurants, gyms and stores. Prospect Park is only 10 minutes away. You can have pets! Cons: The building i…

mixedDec 2023

Anonymous

Unit B5 Pros: Transportation, stores, gyms Cons: Neighbors are loud. They jump, stomp, scream and bounce balls . People who don’t live in the building come in the hallway and smoke weed, the smell gets into your apartm…

negativeNov 2022

Anonymous

Pros: Great water pressure in the showers; fairly convenient to transportation. Cons: Heat cranked up to sickening levels in winter; common area seems to be cleaned rarely; building experienced a fire and was then vacat…

mixedJan 2022

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

4 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

WILSON FLAT INC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: BARRY HERSMail: 1268 52ND ST, BKLYN, NY, 11219

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.3

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1918Building constructed20 units · 4 floors
nowWILSON FLAT INCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings.

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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

401 EAST 21 STREET · Brooklyn · 40.644° N, -73.959° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby7 min

7 schools nearby4 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

OCEAN AV / DITMAS AVBM4BM3BM1
0.3 mi7 min
OCEAN AV / DITMAS AVBM4BM3BM1
0.4 mi7 min
OCEAN AV/NEWKIRK AVT464
0.5 mi9 min
OCEAN AV/NEWKIRK AVT464
0.5 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 245Elementary
0.2 mi4 min
Norma Adams Clemons AcademyElementary
0.3 mi7 min
Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At ErasmusSecondary
0.4 mi7 min
High School For Youth And Community Development At ErasmusHigh School
0.4 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - FlatbushElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Success Academy Charter School Ditmas Park Middle SchoolCharter
0.4 mi8 min
Flatbush Ascend Cs MsCharter
0.6 mi12 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Starting Point Serv - St. Marks
0.1 mi1 min
New Generation Elementary SchoolElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Cortelyou Early Childhood CenterElementary
0.7 mi13 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→

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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

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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 built1918

Floors4

Total units20

Rent-stab units20

ClassC1

BBL3051520028

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1918

Building constructed

20 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

20 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: WILSON FLAT INC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMAug 5, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — MOLD
311MEDIUMAug 5, 2026
WATER LEAK — HEAVY FLOW
HPDMEDIUMAug 4, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE AT LOWER SASH WINDOW IN THE 2nd ROOM F
HPDHIGHAug 4, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B5, 2nd STORY,
HPDHIGHAug 4, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B5, 2nd STO
HPDMEDIUMAug 4, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MORTISE LOCK AT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT B5
311MEDIUMAug 2, 2026
ELECTRIC — POWER OUTAGE
311MEDIUMJul 31, 2026
ELECTRIC — POWER OUTAGE
HPDHIGHJun 22, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSI
HPDLOWJun 22, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQ FT AT CEILING, NORT

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 ranges from $1,800 to $2,175 per month, with a median of $1,987.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 ranges from $2,325 to $2,675 per month, with a median of $2,500.
How does rent at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 28% below the neighborhood median.
Is 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?
Yes, 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 20 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 401 EAST 21 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 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
The registered owner of 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is WILSON FLAT INC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?
401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by WILSON FLAT INC, has an overall grade of C (2.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 249 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Yes, 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 249 housing violations and 128 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 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Yes, there are 1 eviction record on file for 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.
What amenities does 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?
401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 allow pets?
401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
There are 10 schools near 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 245 (4 min walk), Norma Adams Clemons Academy (7 min walk), Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At Erasmus (7 min walk), High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus (7 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (6 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV / DITMAS AV (BM4, BM3, BM1), 0.34 mi away.
Is 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11226 zip code where 401 EAST 21 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 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?
401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1918, has 4 floors, contains 20 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
401 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 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.

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