What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $1,799 per month.

How does rent at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?

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

Is 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?

Yes, 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 53 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 616 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 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

The registered owner of 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is 618 EAST 21ST EQUITIES. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?

616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by 618 EAST 21ST EQUITIES, has an overall grade of A (4.1/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 54 recorded violations. Tenants have left 5 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.1 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Yes, 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 54 housing violations and 19 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?

616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

There are 10 schools near 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 139 Alexine A. Fenty (9 min walk), School Of Science & Technology (9 min walk), P.s. K315 (9 min walk), P.s. 245 (10 min walk), Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (9 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV/FARRAGUT RD (B49), 0.26 mi away.

Is 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11226 zip code where 616 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 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?

616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1927, has 6 floors, contains 53 total units.

How energy efficient is 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an ENERGY STAR score of 51 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 92.2 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).

What do tenants say about living at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

616 EAST 21 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Flatbush, NYC

Flatbush · Brooklyn, NY, 11226

Built 19276 floors53 unitsBBL 3052060025

Current rent range

$1,799 – $1,799 / mo

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

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★★★★★3.45 reviews

Verified reviews6EOwned by618 EAST 21ST EQUITIES3 bldgs

616 EAST 21 STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11226

616 EAST 21 STREET is a prewar 1927 building, 6 floors, 53 units in Flatbush, NYC. Owned by 618 EAST 21ST EQUITIES. Public records show 63 open violations, 19 311 complaints, 8 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 53 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 5 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations54last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews53.4 ★ avg

Rent-stab units53DHCR records

Building age99 ybuilt 1927

311 complaints19last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

1 BR

$1,799/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: — – —

—Area: $2,713

1 BR

This building: $1,799 – $1,799

35% belowArea: $2,750

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

1 Bed14 listings

$2,750

$2,750

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Flatbush

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

Asking rent

$2,103

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

0.4%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

11%

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

93 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

2542

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

54 total

Door/Lock
16
Pest Infestation
8
Paint/Plaster
7
Fire Escape/Stairs
7
Water Leak
5

311Top Complaints

19 total

UNSANITARY CONDITION
7
HEAT/HOT WATER
4
Noise - Residential
2
WATER LEAK
2
GENERAL
1

DOBTop Filings

9 total

DOB Violations
9

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(7 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDDec 15, 2025
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT BULK-HEAD , 6th STORY, SECTION AT SOUTH
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDDec 15, 2025
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DOOR KNOB AT DOOR AT BULK-HEAD , 6th STORY, SECTION AT SOUTH
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 26, 2024
§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT E4, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class BVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 26, 2024
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT E4, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDAug 26, 2024
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT E4, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST

See all 54 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

3.4 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

5 reviews

5★

4★

40%

3★

60%

2★

1★

Pros: Affordable, rent-stabilized, the super is top notch, the neighborhood is nice, close to train stations B, Q, and went in need 4, 5. Cons: Neighbors can be loud, there’s always someone hanging out in front of the b…

positiveAug 2023

Anonymous

Pros: They clean things right away, garbage never a problem, elevator cleaned, hallways cleaned weekly. Cons: Super takes forever to fix something Mice infested everyone in building most likely have mice or roaches.

mixedMar 2023

Anonymous

Unit D1 Pros: The windows were big Cons: The roach infestation Advice to landlord: Address the roaches

mixedNov 2022

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.

618 EAST 21ST EQUITIES

Portfolio of 3 buildingsAGENT: JACOB HAGERMail: 266 BROADWAY, BROOKLYN, NY, 11211

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.1

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1927Building constructed53 units · 6 floors
now618 EAST 21ST EQUITIESOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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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

616 EAST 21 STREET · Brooklyn · 40.639° N, -73.958° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby5 min

7 schools nearby9 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

OCEAN AV/FARRAGUT RDB49
0.3 mi5 min
FOSTER AV/E 18 STB8
0.3 mi5 min
FOSTER AV/E 18 STB8
0.3 mi6 min
FOSTER AV/E 16 STB8
0.4 mi8 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 139 Alexine A. FentyElementary
0.4 mi9 min
School Of Science & TechnologyElementary
0.5 mi9 min
P.s. K315Elementary
0.5 mi9 min
P.s. 245Elementary
0.5 mi10 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter SchoolK-8
0.5 mi9 min
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter Middle SchoolCharter
0.5 mi10 min
Flatbush Ascend Cs MsCharter
0.5 mi11 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

New Generation Elementary SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Cortelyou Early Childhood CenterElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Brooklyn Kids Preparatory SchoolMiddle School
0.4 mi7 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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Crime in 11226

See full breakdown→

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 built1927

Floors6

Total units53

Rent-stab units53

ClassD1

BBL3052060025

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1927

Building constructed

53 units · 6 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

53 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 618 EAST 21ST EQUITIES

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMMar 20, 2026
General Construction/Plumbing — Working Contrary To Stop Work Order
HPDHIGHDec 15, 2025
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
HPDMEDIUMDec 15, 2025
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DOOR KNOB AT DOOR AT BULK-HEAD , 6th STORY, SECTION AT
311MEDIUMDec 12, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMSep 30, 2024
APPLIANCE — ELECTRIC/GAS RANGE
311MEDIUMSep 30, 2024
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
HPDMEDIUMAug 26, 2024
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY
HPDMEDIUMAug 26, 2024
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT E4, 5th STORY, 1st AP
HPDHIGHAug 26, 2024
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT E4, 5th STORY,
HPDMEDIUMAug 26, 2024
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2037, 2038 HMC: PROVIDE A SAFE AND ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF ELECTRIC SERVICE TO THE FIXTURES LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is approximately $1,799 per month.
How does rent at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11226 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 35% below the neighborhood median.
Is 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?
Yes, 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 53 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 616 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 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
The registered owner of 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is 618 EAST 21ST EQUITIES. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?
616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by 618 EAST 21ST EQUITIES, has an overall grade of A (4.1/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 54 recorded violations. Tenants have left 5 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.1 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Yes, 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 54 housing violations and 19 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?
616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
There are 10 schools near 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 139 Alexine A. Fenty (9 min walk), School Of Science & Technology (9 min walk), P.s. K315 (9 min walk), P.s. 245 (10 min walk), Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (9 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: OCEAN AV/FARRAGUT RD (B49), 0.26 mi away.
Is 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11226 zip code where 616 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 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?
616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1927, has 6 floors, contains 53 total units.
How energy efficient is 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an ENERGY STAR score of 51 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 92.2 kBtu/ft² (2024 data).
What do tenants say about living at 616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
616 EAST 21 STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 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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