What is the rent for a studio at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 ranges from $1,750 to $1,999 per month, with a median of $1,874.

What is the rent for a studio at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is approximately $1,800 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is approximately $2,600 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is approximately $2,350 per month.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is approximately $2,800 per month.

How does rent at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11209 zip code: studio rents are about 11% below the neighborhood median; studio rents are about 14% below the neighborhood median.

Is 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 rent stabilized?

Yes, 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is rent stabilized with 55 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209, while July is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to October could save approximately 16% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

The registered owner of 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is MATTIOLI FAMILY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 a good landlord?

59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209, owned by MATTIOLI FAMILY LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 61 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

Yes, 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 has 61 housing violations and 85 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 have?

59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 allow pets?

59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 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 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

There are 7 schools near 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s./i.s. 104 The Fort Hamilton School (3 min walk), P.s. 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School For The Arts (4 min walk), P.s. 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School For The Arts (4 min walk), School Of Technology, Arts, And Research (5 min walk), Ucp Of Nyc - William O'connor School (7 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FORT HAMILTON PKWY/90 ST (B70), 0.11 mi away.

Is 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11209 zip code where 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is located had 13,360 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 822 violent crimes, 3,546 property crimes, and 8,992 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11209 for full details.

When was 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 built and how many units does it have?

59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 was built in 1960, has 7 floors, contains 76 total units.

How energy efficient is 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 has an ENERGY STAR score of 45 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 90.0 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.

What do tenants say about living at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?

59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

59 GELSTON AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bay Ridge, NYC

Bay Ridge · Brooklyn, NY, 11209

Built 19607 floors76 unitsBBL 3060680022

Current rent range

$1,750 – $2,800 / mo

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

Leave a review

★★★★★4.02 reviews

Verified reviewsMFOwned byMATTIOLI FAMILY LLC3 bldgs

59 GELSTON AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11209

59 GELSTON AVENUE is a late-20th-century 1960 building, 7 floors, 76 units in Bay Ridge, NYC. Owned by MATTIOLI FAMILY LLC. Public records show 75 open violations, 85 311 complaints, 6 active litigation matters on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Rent stabilization on file covers 55 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations61last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews24.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units76DHCR records

Building age66 ybuilt 1960

311 complaints85last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$1,874/mo

51 listings

Studio

$1,800/mo

1 listing

1 BR

$2,600/mo

18 listings

1 BR

$2,350/mo

1 listing

2 BR

$2,800/mo

8 listings

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

October

Most expensive

July

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~16% by timing your move to October.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $1,750 – $1,999

11% belowArea: $2,100

1 BR

This building: $2,600 – $2,600

—Area: —

2 BR

This building: $2,800 – $2,800

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio51 listings

$2,100

$2,100

1 Bed18 listings

$2,600

$2,600

2 Bed8 listings

$2,800

$2,800

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Rent trends.

Southwest Brooklyn

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

Asking rent

$1,764

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.0%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

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

52 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

849

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

61 total

Door/Lock
12
Pest Infestation
11
Smoke/CO Detector
10
Paint/Plaster
6
Window/Guard
4

311Top Complaints

85 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
26
Noise - Residential
15
Illegal Parking
9
Noise
6
Elevator
6

DOBTop Filings

14 total

DOB Violations
14

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(9 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 17, 2025
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CAULKING AROUND BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2E, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 17, 2025
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2E, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 17, 2025
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2E, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 17, 2025
§ 27-2041 ADM CODE PROVIDE A PEEP HOLE IN ENTRANCE DOOR OF THE DWELLING UNIT SO LOCATED SO AS TO PERMIT A PERSON INSIDE THE DWELLING TO VIEW ANY PERSON OUTSIDE ENTRANCE DOOR GLASS BROKEN IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2E, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 17, 2025
§ 27-2005 HMC: REFIT BASE CABINET DOORS AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2E, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

See all 61 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

50%

4★

3★

50%

2★

1★

Pros: Well-managed and maintained. The super is really responsive. Cons: Not a big deal at all but sometimes the washing machine would flood. Also the nearby block on 88th Street between Fourth and Fifth Avenue is very…

positiveDec 2025

Anonymous

Pros: The super is live in, highly responsive, and the public spaces are cleaned/maintained very regularly. Cons: There are some challenges, such as the building buzzer, which is repeatedly broken. Neighbors are sometim…

mixedJan 2023

Anonymous

View all 2 reviews

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

4 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

MATTIOLI FAMILY LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMAN MEMBER: SALVATORE MATTIOLIMail: 101 53RD STREET, BKLYN, NY, 11232

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.0

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1960Building constructed76 units · 7 floors
nowMATTIOLI FAMILY 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.

11209 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Below averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11209

Violent822

Property3,546

Quality-of-life8,992

Total incidents13,360

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About this area.

Bay Ridge · 11209

59 GELSTON AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.620° N, -74.027° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby2 min

4 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

FORT HAMILTON PKWY/90 STB70
0.1 mi2 min
5 AV/92 STB63
0.2 mi3 min
92 ST/FORT HAMILTON PKWYB8
0.2 mi4 min
92 ST/GATLING PLB8B70S79-SBSS93
0.2 mi4 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s./i.s. 104 The Fort Hamilton SchoolK-8
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School For The ArtsElementary
0.2 mi4 min
P.s. 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School For The ArtsElementary
0.2 mi4 min
School Of Technology, Arts, And ResearchMiddle School
0.3 mi5 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Ucp Of Nyc - William O'connor School
0.4 mi7 min
St Patrick Catholic AcademyElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Bay Ridge Catholic AcademyElementary
0.4 mi8 min

The neighborhood

Bay Ridge

Bay Ridge is Brooklyn's quiet, family-oriented stronghold — a strong Norwegian and Arab-American community along Fifth Avenue, excellent Middle Eastern restaurants, stunning views of the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, and the Shore Road waterfront promenade.

30,555buildings tracked4.7avg LucidIQ$2,200median 1BR

71,812population$89kmedian income64%renters

Family-FriendlyMulticulturalWaterfrontQuietAffordable

Explore Bay Ridge

Neighborhood overview

Bay Ridge→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 11209

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Bay Ridge

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Dyker Heights· 0.83 mi Sunset Park· 1.47 mi Borough Park· 1.71 mi Bensonhurst· 2.08 mi Bensonhurst· 2.19 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 built1960

Floors7

Total units76

Rent-stab units76

ClassD1

BBL3060680022

19601970198019902000201020202030

1960

Building constructed

76 units · 7 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

55 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: MATTIOLI FAMILY LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMMar 30, 2026
Blocked Driveway — No Access
311MEDIUMMar 16, 2026
Illegal Parking — Blocked Hydrant
311MEDIUMMar 13, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 8, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 25, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 18, 2026
Illegal Parking — Blocked Hydrant
311MEDIUMDec 11, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMNov 30, 2025
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMNov 30, 2025
Illegal Parking — Blocked Hydrant
HPDLOWOct 17, 2025
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2041 ADM CODE PROVIDE A PEEP HOLE IN ENTRANCE DOOR OF THE DWELLING UNIT SO LOCATED SO AS TO PERMIT A PERSON INSIDE

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 ranges from $1,750 to $1,999 per month, with a median of $1,874.
What is the rent for a studio at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is approximately $1,800 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is approximately $2,600 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is approximately $2,350 per month.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is approximately $2,800 per month.
How does rent at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11209 zip code: studio rents are about 11% below the neighborhood median; studio rents are about 14% below the neighborhood median.
Is 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 rent stabilized?
Yes, 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is rent stabilized with 55 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209, while July is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to October could save approximately 16% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
The registered owner of 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is MATTIOLI FAMILY LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 a good landlord?
59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209, owned by MATTIOLI FAMILY LLC, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 61 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
Yes, 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 has 61 housing violations and 85 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 have?
59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 allow pets?
59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 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 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
There are 7 schools near 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209, including 4 public schools, 0 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s./i.s. 104 The Fort Hamilton School (3 min walk), P.s. 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School For The Arts (4 min walk), P.s. 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School For The Arts (4 min walk), School Of Technology, Arts, And Research (5 min walk), Ucp Of Nyc - William O'connor School (7 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FORT HAMILTON PKWY/90 ST (B70), 0.11 mi away.
Is 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11209 zip code where 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 is located had 13,360 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 822 violent crimes, 3,546 property crimes, and 8,992 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11209 for full details.
When was 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 built and how many units does it have?
59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 was built in 1960, has 7 floors, contains 76 total units.
How energy efficient is 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 has an ENERGY STAR score of 45 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 90.0 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This suggests there is room for energy efficiency improvement.
What do tenants say about living at 59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209?
59 GELSTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 4.0 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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