What is the rent for a studio at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,465 to $3,335 per month, with a median of $2,900.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,576 to $3,484 per month, with a median of $3,030.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,848 to $3,852 per month, with a median of $3,350.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $3,553 to $4,807 per month, with a median of $4,180.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $3,825 to $5,175 per month, with a median of $4,500.

How does rent at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11238 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 73% above the neighborhood median.

Is 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 518 STERLING PLACE, 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 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 518 STERLING PLACE, 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 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

The registered owner of 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is 736 REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 a good landlord?

518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, owned by 736 REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 11 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 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 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Yes, 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 11 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.

What amenities does 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 have?

518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

There are 10 schools near 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 316 Elijah Stroud (1 min walk), P.s. 316 Elijah Stroud (1 min walk), The Academy For Collaborative Exploration (4 min walk), Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School (4 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Prospect Heights (10 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CLASSON AV/SAINT JOHNS PL (B48), 0.09 mi away.

Is 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11238 zip code where 518 STERLING PLACE, 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 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 built and how many units does it have?

518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 was built in 1915, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

518 STERLING PLACE — Rent Intelligence for Prospect Heights, NYC

Prospect Heights · Brooklyn, NY, 11238

Built 19154 floors8 unitsBBL 3011740029

Current rent range

$2,465 – $5,175 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★2.01 reviews

Verified reviews7ROwned by736 REALTY LLC3 bldgs

518 STERLING PLACE

Brooklyn, NY, 11238

518 STERLING PLACE is a prewar 1915 building, 8 units in Prospect Heights, NYC. Owned by 736 REALTY LLC. Public records show 11 open violations, 51 311 complaints, 1 active litigation matter on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations11last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age111 ybuilt 1915

311 complaints51last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$2,900/mo

1 BR

$3,030/mo

2 BR

$3,350/mo

3 BR

$4,180/mo

4 BR

$4,500/mo

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

Studio

This building: $2,465 – $3,335

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $2,576 – $3,484

73% aboveArea: $1,750

2 BR

This building: $2,848 – $3,852

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $3,553 – $4,807

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $3,825 – $5,175

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$2,900

$2,465 – $3,335

1 Bed

$1,750

$1,750

2 Bed

$3,350

$2,848 – $3,852

3 Bed

$4,180

$3,553 – $4,807

4 Bed

$4,500

$3,825 – $5,175

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

115 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

3441

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

02 / 10

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

11 total

Paint/Plaster
3
Heat/Hot Water
2
Pest Infestation
2
Door/Lock
2
Water Leak
1

311Top Complaints

51 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
29
Illegal Parking
5
WATER LEAK
5
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
3
UNSANITARY CONDITION
1

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 8, 2023
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4R, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 8, 2023
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 4R, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 8, 2023
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 4R, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 27, 2023
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF HOT WATER EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 130 DEGREES AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1L, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDFeb 27, 2023
§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1L, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST

See all 11 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

100%

1★

Unit 4R Pros: big windows, walking distance from good streets Cons: dirty building, bad lighting, musty, uneven floors and walls, crumbling Advice to landlord: responsiveness with tenants

negativeAug 2022

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

OTHER

Good Cause
Has Evictions

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

736 REALTY LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: ARNOLD FISCHMANMail: 1425 38TH STREET, BROOKLYN, NY, 11218

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.7

avg score / 5

C+

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 3 total

See all 3 →

B742 WASHINGTON AVENUEBrooklyn6.6 / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1915Building constructed8 units · 4 floors
now736 REALTY 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.

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

518 STERLING PLACE · Brooklyn · 40.674° N, -73.961° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby2 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

CLASSON AV/SAINT JOHNS PLB48
0.1 mi2 min
SAINT JOHNS PL/CLASSON AVB45
0.1 mi2 min
CLASSON AV/EASTERN PKWYB48
0.2 mi4 min
FRANKLIN AV/SAINT JOHNS PLB48
0.2 mi5 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 316 Elijah StroudElementary
0.0 mi1 min
P.s. 316 Elijah StroudElementary
0.0 mi1 min
The Academy For Collaborative ExplorationMiddle School
0.2 mi4 min
Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - Prospect HeightsK-8
0.5 mi10 min
Success Academy Charter School - Prospect HeightsK-8
0.5 mi10 min
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School - Csd 13K-8
0.5 mi11 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Brooklyn Jesuit PrepElementary
0.1 mi2 min
St Francis De Sales-Deaf-BrooklynElementary
0.2 mi5 min
German School Brooklyn
0.4 mi9 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.

6,630buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$1,750median 1BR

58,047population$126kmedian income71%renters

CulturalWalkableDiverseUp-and-ComingParks

Explore Prospect Heights

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.

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1915

Floors4

Total units8

ClassC1

BBL3011740029

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1915

Building constructed

8 units · 4 floors · class C1

now

Current owner: 736 REALTY LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMMar 10, 2026
Illegal Dumping — Removal Request
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMDec 3, 2025
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
311MEDIUMNov 12, 2025
Derelict Vehicles
311MEDIUMJun 20, 2025
Illegal Parking — Blocked Sidewalk
311MEDIUMApr 21, 2025
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,465 to $3,335 per month, with a median of $2,900.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,576 to $3,484 per month, with a median of $3,030.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,848 to $3,852 per month, with a median of $3,350.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $3,553 to $4,807 per month, with a median of $4,180.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $3,825 to $5,175 per month, with a median of $4,500.
How does rent at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11238 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 73% above the neighborhood median.
Is 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 518 STERLING PLACE, 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 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 518 STERLING PLACE, 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 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
The registered owner of 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is 736 REALTY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 a good landlord?
518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, owned by 736 REALTY LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 11 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 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 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Yes, 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 11 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.
What amenities does 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 have?
518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 offers 2 amenities including Good Cause, Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
There are 10 schools near 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 316 Elijah Stroud (1 min walk), P.s. 316 Elijah Stroud (1 min walk), The Academy For Collaborative Exploration (4 min walk), Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School (4 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Prospect Heights (10 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CLASSON AV/SAINT JOHNS PL (B48), 0.09 mi away.
Is 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11238 zip code where 518 STERLING PLACE, 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 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 built and how many units does it have?
518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 was built in 1915, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
518 STERLING PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 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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