What is the rent for a studio at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is approximately $3,800 per month.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is approximately $4,000 per month.

How does rent at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11221 zip code: studio rents are about 48% above the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about average for the area.

Is 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 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 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, while January is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 6% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

The registered owner of 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is J CENTRAL REALTY CORP.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 a good landlord?

505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, owned by J CENTRAL REALTY CORP., has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 47 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Yes, 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 47 housing violations and 42 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 have?

505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

There are 10 schools near 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration (3 min walk), Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration (3 min walk), P.s. 106 Edward Everett Hale (4 min walk), P.s. 377 Alejandrina B. De Gautier (5 min walk), Achivement First Bushwick Charter School Elementary School (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: HALSEY ST/BUSHWICK AV (B26), 0.29 mi away.

Is 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11221 zip code where 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is located had 2,264 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 176 violent crimes, 776 property crimes, and 1,312 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11221 for full details.

When was 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 built and how many units does it have?

505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 was built in 1910, has 3 floors, contains 6 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

505 CENTRAL AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bushwick, NYC

Bushwick · Brooklyn, NY, 11221

Built 19103 floors6 unitsBBL 3033970005

Current rent range

$3,800 – $4,000 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★2.01 reviews

Verified reviewsJCOwned byJ CENTRAL REALTY CORP.3 bldgs

505 CENTRAL AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11221

505 CENTRAL AVENUE is a prewar 1910 building, 6 units in Bushwick, NYC. Owned by J CENTRAL REALTY CORP.. Public records show 60 open violations, 42 311 complaints, 2 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 2 bedbug reports. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations47last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age116 ybuilt 1910

311 complaints42last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

Studio

$3,800/mo

1 listing

3 BR

$4,000/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

January

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~6% by timing your move to February.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $3,800 – $3,800

48% aboveArea: $2,573

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,950

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,400

3 BR

This building: $4,000 – $4,000

Average (0%)Area: $3,995

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,000

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio1 listing

$3,800

$2,494 – $3,125

3 Bed1 listing

$4,000

$3,545 – $4,300

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Bushwick

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

Asking rent

$2,911

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.5%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

12%

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

150 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

3137

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

47 total

Paint/Plaster
10
Pest Infestation
8
Door/Lock
7
Roof/Ceiling
5
Water Leak
5

311Top Complaints

42 total

UNSANITARY CONDITION
12
Dirty Condition
6
PLUMBING
4
WATER LEAK
4
PAINT/PLASTER
3

DOBTop Filings

13 total

DOB Violations
13

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTAug 9, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3L, 3rd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 9, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3L, 3rd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class ANOV SENT OUTAug 9, 2026
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT THE CEILING IN THE 5th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3L, 3rd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 9, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3L, 3rd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTAug 9, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3L, 3rd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

See all 47 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

100%

1★

Pros: Backyard area is really the only thing. Cons: Heat is extremely expensive because there is no insolation. It's a new build, so they made sure to use the cheapest materials as possible. landlord let's illegal room…

negativeOct 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

OTHER

Good Cause
Has Evictions

04 / 09

Building amenities.

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The landlord.

J CENTRAL REALTY CORP.

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: JOE JACOBSMail: 146 SPENCER ST, Brooklyn, NY, 11205

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.0

avg score / 5

C-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1910Building constructed6 units · 3 floors
nowJ CENTRAL REALTY CORP.Owner 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.

11221 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11221

Violent176

Property776

Quality-of-life1,312

Total incidents2,264

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About this area.

Bushwick · 11221

505 CENTRAL AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.691° N, -73.912° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby6 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

HALSEY ST/BUSHWICK AVB26
0.3 mi6 min
COOPER ST/EVERGREEN AVB60
0.4 mi7 min
SCHAEFER ST/BUSHWICK AVB20
0.4 mi7 min
DECATUR ST/BUSHWICK AVB20B60
0.4 mi8 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Evergreen Middle School For Urban ExplorationMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min
Evergreen Middle School For Urban ExplorationMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 106 Edward Everett HaleElementary
0.2 mi4 min
P.s. 377 Alejandrina B. De GautierElementary
0.3 mi5 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Achivement First Bushwick Charter School Elementary SchoolCharter
0.2 mi3 min
Achievement First Charter School Ujima High SchoolCharter
0.2 mi4 min
Achievement First North Brooklyn Preparatory Charter SchoolK-8
0.3 mi5 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

People's Elementary SchoolElementary
0.4 mi7 min
Aim High - New Life Child Devel
0.4 mi8 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Ace Integration
0.4 mi9 min

The neighborhood

Bushwick

Bushwick's warehouse-turned-arts-district energy draws artists and young creatives. Sprawling murals, DIY galleries, and underground clubs exist alongside longtime Dominican and Puerto Rican community roots.

12,147buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$2,950median 1BR

91,236population$78kmedian income79%renters

Arts SceneNightlifeAffordable (relatively)CreativeGritty

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Neighborhood overview

Bushwick→

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See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Bushwick

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Bushwick· 0.63 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 0.89 mi Crown Heights· 1.47 mi Carroll Gardens· 1.61 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 1.66 mi

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1910

Floors3

Total units6

ClassC2

BBL3033970005

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1910

Building constructed

6 units · 3 floors · class C2

now

Current owner: J CENTRAL REALTY CORP.

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWAug 9, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT THE CEILING IN THE 5th ROOM
HPDHIGHAug 9, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3L, 3rd STORY,
HPDMEDIUMAug 9, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEV
HPDMEDIUMAug 9, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MON
HPDHIGHAug 9, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3L, 3rd STO
HPDHIGHMay 4, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2044, 2041.1 HMC: §238 MDL and 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEF
HPDLOWMay 4, 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
311MEDIUMApr 28, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — MOLD
311MEDIUMApr 28, 2026
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
311MEDIUMApr 28, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is approximately $3,800 per month.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is approximately $4,000 per month.
How does rent at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11221 zip code: studio rents are about 48% above the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about average for the area.
Is 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 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 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, while January is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 6% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
The registered owner of 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is J CENTRAL REALTY CORP.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 a good landlord?
505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, owned by J CENTRAL REALTY CORP., has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 47 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Yes, 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 47 housing violations and 42 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 have?
505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
There are 10 schools near 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration (3 min walk), Evergreen Middle School For Urban Exploration (3 min walk), P.s. 106 Edward Everett Hale (4 min walk), P.s. 377 Alejandrina B. De Gautier (5 min walk), Achivement First Bushwick Charter School Elementary School (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: HALSEY ST/BUSHWICK AV (B26), 0.29 mi away.
Is 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11221 zip code where 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is located had 2,264 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 176 violent crimes, 776 property crimes, and 1,312 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11221 for full details.
When was 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 built and how many units does it have?
505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 was built in 1910, has 3 floors, contains 6 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
505 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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