What is the rent for a studio at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $1,750 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $1,935 per month.

How does rent at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: studio rents are about 35% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 30% below the neighborhood median.

Is 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?

Yes, 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 49 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 535 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 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

The registered owner of 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is DITMASDOR LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?

535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by DITMASDOR LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 209 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Yes, 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 209 housing violations and 417 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?

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

What schools are near 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

There are 10 schools near 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 245 (7 min walk), P.s. 139 Alexine A. Fenty (8 min walk), Norma Adams Clemons Academy (11 min walk), M.s. 246 Walt Whitman (11 min walk), Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (10 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FOSTER AV/E 22 ST (B8, B49), 0.27 mi away.

Is 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11226 zip code where 535 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 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?

535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1962, has 6 floors, contains 49 total units.

How energy efficient is 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an ENERGY STAR score of 94 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 53.1 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This is considered an above-average efficiency rating.

What do tenants say about living at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

535 EAST 21 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Flatbush, NYC

Flatbush · Brooklyn, NY, 11226

Built 19626 floors49 unitsBBL 3051850069

Current rent range

$1,750 – $1,935 / mo

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

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★★★★★2.01 reviews

Verified reviewsDLOwned byDITMASDOR LLC3 bldgs

535 EAST 21 STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11226

535 EAST 21 STREET is a late-20th-century 1962 building, 6 floors, 49 units in Flatbush, NYC. Owned by DITMASDOR LLC. Public records show 220 open violations, 417 311 complaints, 5 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 49 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations209last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units49DHCR records

Building age64 ybuilt 1962

311 complaints417last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$1,750/mo

13 listings

1 BR

$1,935/mo

14 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: $1,750 – $1,750

35% belowArea: $2,713

1 BR

This building: $1,935 – $1,935

30% belowArea: $2,750

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio13 listings

$2,713

$2,713

1 Bed14 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

103 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

2723

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

209 total

Door/Lock
35
Paint/Plaster
33
Water Leak
22
Smoke/CO Detector
20
Roof/Ceiling
18

311Top Complaints

417 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
131
HEAT/HOT WATER
77
Noise - Residential
48
UNSANITARY CONDITION
23
Noise - Vehicle
23

DOBTop Filings

11 total

DOB Violations
11

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(16 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTAug 11, 2026
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 6E, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class ACIV14 MAILEDJun 8, 2026
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT ALL CEILINGS AND WALLS, IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5G, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BCIV14 MAILEDJun 8, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING AND EAST WALL, IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 5G, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class ANOV SENT OUTJun 8, 2026
§27-2104(B) HMC POST A PROPER NOTICE REGARDING RENT STABILIZATION LAW, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION WITHIN THE COMMON AREA AT THE BUILDINGS ENTRANCE. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIGNAGE REQUIREMENTS, PLEASE VISIT: HTTPS://WWW.NYC.GOV/SITE/HPD/SERVICES-AND-INFORMATION/REQUIRED-SIGNAGE.PAGE
Class ANOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTJun 8, 2026
§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQUARE FEET AT THE CEILING, IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 5G, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

See all 209 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

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1 reviews

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100%

1★

Pros: Antonio the super is wonderful! The lobby is probably the most pristine part of the building in terms of common areas Cons: Dirty, crowded hallways filled with packages, etc. (unless it’s just the floor I am on)…

negativeMar 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

3 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

DITMASDOR LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: YECHIEL WEINBERGERMail: 4711 12TH AVENUE, Brooklyn, 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

2.0

avg score / 5

C-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1962Building constructed49 units · 6 floors
nowDITMASDOR 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

535 EAST 21 STREET · Brooklyn · 40.641° N, -73.958° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby5 min

7 schools nearby7 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

FOSTER AV/E 22 STB8B49
0.3 mi5 min
FOSTER AV/E 22 STB8B49
0.3 mi6 min
FOSTER AV/OCEAN AVB8B49
0.3 mi6 min
FOSTER AV/OCEAN AVB8
0.3 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 245Elementary
0.4 mi7 min
P.s. 139 Alexine A. FentyElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Norma Adams Clemons AcademyElementary
0.6 mi11 min
M.s. 246 Walt WhitmanMiddle School
0.6 mi11 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter SchoolK-8
0.5 mi10 min
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter Middle SchoolCharter
0.5 mi10 min
Flatbush Ascend Cs MsCharter
0.5 mi10 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

New Generation Elementary SchoolElementary
0.2 mi5 min
Starting Point Serv - St. Marks
0.3 mi6 min
Cortelyou Early Childhood CenterElementary
0.4 mi9 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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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 built1962

Floors6

Total units49

Rent-stab units49

ClassD1

BBL3051850069

19601970198019902000201020202030

1962

Building constructed

49 units · 6 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

49 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: DITMASDOR LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWAug 11, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOC
311MEDIUMAug 3, 2026
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
HPDMEDIUMJun 8, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATE
HPDLOWJun 8, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — §27-2104(B) HMC POST A PROPER NOTICE REGARDING RENT STABILIZATION LAW, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, IN A CONS
HPDMEDIUMJun 8, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING, IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM
HPDMEDIUMJun 8, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE METAL ESCUTCHEON PLATE AT WASTE PIPE AT
HPDMEDIUMJun 8, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MASONRY CEMENTS AT GROUTS OF THE CERAMI
HPDLOWJun 8, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQUARE FEET AT THE CEI
HPDMEDIUMJun 8, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING, IN THE 1st ROOM FROM
HPDMEDIUMJun 8, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT THE CEILING AND NOR

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $1,750 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $1,935 per month.
How does rent at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: studio rents are about 35% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 30% below the neighborhood median.
Is 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?
Yes, 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 49 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 535 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 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
The registered owner of 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is DITMASDOR LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?
535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by DITMASDOR LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 209 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Yes, 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 209 housing violations and 417 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?
535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 3 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
There are 10 schools near 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 245 (7 min walk), P.s. 139 Alexine A. Fenty (8 min walk), Norma Adams Clemons Academy (11 min walk), M.s. 246 Walt Whitman (11 min walk), Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (10 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FOSTER AV/E 22 ST (B8, B49), 0.27 mi away.
Is 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11226 zip code where 535 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 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?
535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1962, has 6 floors, contains 49 total units.
How energy efficient is 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an ENERGY STAR score of 94 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 53.1 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This is considered an above-average efficiency rating.
What do tenants say about living at 535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
535 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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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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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