What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 ranges from $1,301 to $2,049 per month, with a median of $1,675.

How does rent at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 39% below the neighborhood median.

Is 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?

Yes, 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 28 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 485 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 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

The registered owner of 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is ARGUS REALTY 485 LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?

485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by ARGUS REALTY 485 LLC, has an overall grade of D (1.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 229 recorded violations. Tenants have left 4 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of D with a score of 1.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Yes, 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 229 housing violations and 225 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 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Yes, there are 3 eviction records on file for 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.

What amenities does 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?

485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 3 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 allow pets?

485 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 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

There are 10 schools near 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 245 (6 min walk), P.s. 139 Alexine A. Fenty (8 min walk), Norma Adams Clemons Academy (10 min walk), M.s. 246 Walt Whitman (10 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (9 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV/NEWKIRK AV (T464), 0.30 mi away.

Is 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11226 zip code where 485 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 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?

485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1922, has 4 floors, contains 28 total units.

How energy efficient is 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an ENERGY STAR score of 6 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 126.6 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.

What do tenants say about living at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 1.7 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

485 EAST 21 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Flatbush, NYC

Flatbush · Brooklyn, NY, 11226

Built 19224 floors28 unitsBBL 3051640037

Current rent range

$1,301 – $2,049 / mo

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

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★★★★★1.54 reviews

Verified reviewsAROwned byARGUS REALTY 485 LLC3 bldgs

485 EAST 21 STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11226

485 EAST 21 STREET is a prewar 1922 building, 28 units in Flatbush, NYC. Owned by ARGUS REALTY 485 LLC. Public records show 235 open violations, 225 311 complaints, 2 active litigation matters on file. Tenant-impact history includes 3 evictions. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 28 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 4 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations229last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed3last 7 years

Tenant reviews41.5 ★ avg

Rent-stab units28DHCR records

Building age104 ybuilt 1922

311 complaints225last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

1 BR

$1,675/mo

11 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: $1,301 – $2,049

39% belowArea: $2,750

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

1 Bed11 listings

$2,750

$2,750

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

106 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

2874

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

229 total

Door/Lock
45
Paint/Plaster
41
Pest Infestation
36
Window/Guard
22
Water Leak
17

311Top Complaints

225 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
73
UNSANITARY CONDITION
33
Noise - Residential
28
Illegal Fireworks
16
Noise - Vehicle
11

DOBTop Filings

6 total

DOB Violations
6

EvictionsEvictions

3 filed

Evictions filed
3

Violations by Unit

(11 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDSep 30, 2025
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''NORTH''
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 2, 2025
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT ENTRANCE DOOR IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 4B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''NORTH''
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 2, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CRACKED CERAMIC FLOOR TILES IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 4B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''NORTH''
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 2, 2025
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT WEST WALL, SOUTH WALL, EAST WALL, NORTH WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 4B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''NORTH''
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 2, 2025
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT 1st DOOR FROM EAST AT SOUTH WALL, CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''NORTH''

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

1.5 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

4 reviews

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3★

2★

50%

1★

50%

Unit 2B Pros: Legit nothing. This place is awful. Cons: Rats, roaches, flies, bed bugs, no lock on the building door, kids constantly smoking in the halls, harassment from strangers, no response from super, ceiling col…

negativeAug 2023

Anonymous

Pros: Cool people live here Cons: It is very dirty and unkept Advice to landlord: Just let gentrification do it’s thing

negativeMay 2023

Anonymous

Pros: I liked the color of the floors Cons: Shootings on the corner, mushrooms growing out of our shower wall, 2 issues with bedbugs from the floor below, our rent checks “disappearing”, loud music in the streets all ni…

negativeJan 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

ARGUS REALTY 485 LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: RONALD GOLDBERGMail: 1314 OCEAN PKWY, BROOKLYN, NY, 11230

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

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buildings

1.5

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1922Building constructed28 units · 4 floors
nowARGUS REALTY 485 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

485 EAST 21 STREET · Brooklyn · 40.642° N, -73.958° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby6 min

7 schools nearby6 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

OCEAN AV/NEWKIRK AVT464
0.3 mi6 min
OCEAN AV/NEWKIRK AVT464
0.3 mi6 min
FOSTER AV/E 22 STB49B8
0.4 mi7 min
FOSTER AV/E 22 STB8B49
0.4 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 245Elementary
0.3 mi6 min
P.s. 139 Alexine A. FentyElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Norma Adams Clemons AcademyElementary
0.5 mi10 min
M.s. 246 Walt WhitmanMiddle School
0.5 mi10 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - FlatbushElementary
0.5 mi9 min
Success Academy Charter School Ditmas Park Middle SchoolCharter
0.5 mi10 min
Flatbush Ascend Cs MsCharter
0.5 mi11 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Starting Point Serv - St. Marks
0.2 mi4 min
New Generation Elementary SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Cortelyou Early Childhood CenterElementary
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

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Neighborhood overview

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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 built1922

Floors4

Total units28

Rent-stab units28

ClassC1

BBL3051640037

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1922

Building constructed

28 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

28 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: ARGUS REALTY 485 LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMApr 21, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMApr 13, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMApr 5, 2026
PLUMBING — WATER SUPPLY
311MEDIUMApr 1, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMar 30, 2026
PLUMBING — WATER SUPPLY
311MEDIUMMar 30, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMMar 27, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMMar 27, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMMar 26, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMar 25, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Talking

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 ranges from $1,301 to $2,049 per month, with a median of $1,675.
How does rent at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 39% below the neighborhood median.
Is 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?
Yes, 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 28 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 485 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 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
The registered owner of 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is ARGUS REALTY 485 LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?
485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by ARGUS REALTY 485 LLC, has an overall grade of D (1.5/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 229 recorded violations. Tenants have left 4 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of D with a score of 1.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Yes, 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 229 housing violations and 225 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 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Yes, there are 3 eviction records on file for 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226. Eviction records are public information sourced from city marshal data.
What amenities does 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?
485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 3 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 allow pets?
485 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 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
There are 10 schools near 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 245 (6 min walk), P.s. 139 Alexine A. Fenty (8 min walk), Norma Adams Clemons Academy (10 min walk), M.s. 246 Walt Whitman (10 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (9 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV/NEWKIRK AV (T464), 0.30 mi away.
Is 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11226 zip code where 485 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 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?
485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1922, has 4 floors, contains 28 total units.
How energy efficient is 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an ENERGY STAR score of 6 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 126.6 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.
What do tenants say about living at 485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
485 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 1.7 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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