What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is approximately $2,499 per month.

How does rent at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11218 zip code: 3-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median.

Is 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 rent stabilized?

Yes, 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is rent stabilized with 25 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

The registered owner of 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is KINYAN HOLDING CORP.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 a good landlord?

55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, owned by KINYAN HOLDING CORP., has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 304 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 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 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

Yes, 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has 304 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 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 have?

55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

There are 9 schools near 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, including 4 public schools, 2 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 249 The Caton (2 min walk), Brooklyn College Academy (5 min walk), M.s. 890 (6 min walk), P.s. 889 (6 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (10 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CHURCH AV/RUGBY RD (B35), 0.03 mi away.

Is 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11218 zip code where 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is located had 1,352 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 127 violent crimes, 474 property crimes, and 751 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11218 for full details.

When was 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 built and how many units does it have?

55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 was built in 1931, has 4 floors, contains 16 total units.

How energy efficient is 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 82.1 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).

What do tenants say about living at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?

55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

55 ARGYLE ROAD — Rent Intelligence for Kensington, NYC

Kensington · Brooklyn, NY, 11218

Built 19314 floors16 unitsBBL 3050740040

Current rent range

$2,499 – $2,499 / mo

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

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★★★★★2.02 reviews

Verified reviewsKHOwned byKINYAN HOLDING CORP.3 bldgs

55 ARGYLE ROAD

Brooklyn, NY, 11218

55 ARGYLE ROAD is a mid-century 1931 building, 16 units in Kensington, NYC. Owned by KINYAN HOLDING CORP.. Public records show 305 open violations, 42 311 complaints, 12 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 25 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations304last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews22.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units16DHCR records

Building age95 ybuilt 1931

311 complaints42last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

3 BR

$2,499/mo

16 listings

This building is rent stabilized — actual rents typically trade below neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

May

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Potential savings: ~12% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,773

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,650

3 BR

This building: $2,499 – $2,499

41% belowArea: $4,250

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

3 Bed16 listings

$4,250

$4,250

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

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Rental intelligence.

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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

91 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

2621

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

304 total

Paint/Plaster
88
Door/Lock
38
Water Leak
31
Window/Guard
21
Flooring
21

311Top Complaints

42 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
13
UNSANITARY CONDITION
8
WATER LEAK
5
Noise - Residential
3
GENERAL
2

DOBTop Filings

1 total

DOB Violations
1

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(20 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 9, 2026
§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD ITEM AND BICYCLE AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY, SECTION AT EAST
Class BNOV SENT OUTJul 23, 2026
§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT B7, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTJul 23, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B7, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTJul 23, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE REGLAZE BATHTUB WITH PORCELAIN PAINT. IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT B7, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTJul 23, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B7, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH

See all 304 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

3★

50%

2★

1★

50%

Pros: Neighbors were nice and respectful. The location is amazing right by the park. Cons: Had some issues with the ceiling on the top floor when we got a ton of rain. Part of our ceiling fell in and when it was repaire…

mixedJan 2022

Anonymous

Pros: There are multiple bus and subway lines Cons: Mice, roaches, dirty lobby & substandard repairs by inexperienced staff. It is very hard to reach management to discuss concerns. Many times fed ex, ups and usps packa…

negativeMar 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

KINYAN HOLDING CORP.

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMANAGER: Baruch STURMMail: 1430 51 STREET, 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

1931Building constructed16 units · 4 floors
nowKINYAN HOLDING 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.

11218 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11218

Violent127

Property474

Quality-of-life751

Total incidents1,352

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About this area.

Kensington · 11218

55 ARGYLE ROAD · Brooklyn · 40.648° N, -73.967° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby1 min

6 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

CHURCH AV/RUGBY RDB35
0.0 mi1 min
CHURCH AV/RUGBY RDB35
0.1 mi1 min
CHURCH AV/WESTMINSTER RDB35
0.1 mi1 min
CHURCH AV/WESTMINSTER RDB35
0.1 mi2 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 249 The CatonElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Brooklyn College AcademyHigh School
0.3 mi5 min
M.s. 890Middle School
0.3 mi6 min
P.s. 889Elementary
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - FlatbushElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School - Csd 15.2Middle School
0.6 mi12 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Starting Point Serv - St. Marks
0.5 mi9 min
Shaare Torah Elementary School-GirlsElementary
0.5 mi10 min
Bonim LamokomElementary
0.7 mi14 min

The neighborhood

Kensington

Kensington is one of Brooklyn's most diverse neighborhoods — Bangladeshi, Pakistani, Mexican, and Orthodox Jewish communities share these quiet residential blocks. Church Avenue's food scene is a global tour, and Prospect Park's southern entrance is just up the hill.

8,775buildings tracked4.6avg LucidIQ$3,650median 1BR

73,318population$88kmedian income62%renters

DiverseAffordableResidentialGlobal FoodQuiet

Explore Kensington

Neighborhood overview

Kensington→

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Crime in 11218

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Kensington

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Borough Park· 1.13 mi Flatbush· 1.16 mi Midwood· 1.41 mi Bensonhurst· 1.62 mi Park Slope· 1.62 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 built1931

Floors4

Total units16

Rent-stab units16

ClassC1

BBL3050740040

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1931

Building constructed

16 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

25 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: KINYAN HOLDING CORP.

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDMEDIUMAug 9, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD ITEM AND BICYCLE AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY, SEC
HPDMEDIUMJul 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LOCK SET AT DOOR AT THE WEST WALL IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM
HPDMEDIUMJul 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT AP
HPDMEDIUMJul 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT B7, 2nd STORY, 1s
HPDHIGHJul 23, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B7, 2nd STORY,
HPDMEDIUMJul 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LOCK SET AT DOOR AT THE EAST WALL IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM
HPDHIGHJul 23, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B7, 2nd STO
HPDMEDIUMJul 23, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE REGLAZE BATHTUB WITH PORCELAIN PAINT. I
HPDHIGHJun 23, 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 23, 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 EAST WALL IN

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is approximately $2,499 per month.
How does rent at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11218 zip code: 3-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median.
Is 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 rent stabilized?
Yes, 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is rent stabilized with 25 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
The registered owner of 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is KINYAN HOLDING CORP.. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 a good landlord?
55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, owned by KINYAN HOLDING CORP., has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 304 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 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 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
Yes, 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has 304 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 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 have?
55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
There are 9 schools near 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218, including 4 public schools, 2 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 249 The Caton (2 min walk), Brooklyn College Academy (5 min walk), M.s. 890 (6 min walk), P.s. 889 (6 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (10 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CHURCH AV/RUGBY RD (B35), 0.03 mi away.
Is 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11218 zip code where 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 is located had 1,352 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 127 violent crimes, 474 property crimes, and 751 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11218 for full details.
When was 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 built and how many units does it have?
55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 was built in 1931, has 4 floors, contains 16 total units.
How energy efficient is 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 82.1 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).
What do tenants say about living at 55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218?
55 ARGYLE ROAD, Brooklyn, NY, 11218 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 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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