What is the rent for a studio at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11212 zip code: studio rents are about 13% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 13% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 11% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 10% below the neighborhood median.

Is 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 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 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, while August is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 13% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

The registered owner of 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 is BAPTISTE, INDIRA. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 a good landlord?

653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, owned by BAPTISTE, INDIRA, has an overall grade of C (2.6/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 119 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.6 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

Yes, 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 119 housing violations and 20 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What schools are near 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

There are 10 schools near 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Brooklyn Democracy Academy (2 min walk), Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School (2 min walk), Kappa V (knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy) (2 min walk), P.s. 184 Newport (6 min walk), Uncommon Brownsville South Charter School Nyc (2 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ROCKAWAY AV/LINDEN BLVD (B60), 0.18 mi away.

Is 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11212 zip code where 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 is located had 4,189 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 466 violent crimes, 873 property crimes, and 2,850 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11212 for full details.

When was 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 built and how many units does it have?

653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 was built in 1930, has 2 floors, contains 4 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?

653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

653 WATKINS STREET — Rent Intelligence for Brownsville, NYC

Brownsville · Brooklyn, NY, 11212

Built 19302 floors4 unitsBBL 3036390028

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★1.01 reviews

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653 WATKINS STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11212

653 WATKINS STREET is a mid-century 1930 building, 4 units in Brownsville, NYC. Owned by BAPTISTE, INDIRA. Public records show 119 open violations, 20 311 complaints, 3 active litigation matters on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations119last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews11.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age96 ybuilt 1930

311 complaints20last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

Studio

$2,150/mo

1 BR

$2,210/mo

2 BR

$2,480/mo

3 BR

$3,100/mo

4 BR

$3,330/mo

Compare this building's listings above against the neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

August

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Potential savings: ~13% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

13% belowArea: $2,470

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

19% belowArea: $2,743

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

13% belowArea: $2,843

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

11% belowArea: $3,500

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

10% belowArea: $3,700

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$2,150

$2,142 – $6,531

1 Bed

$2,210

$2,588 – $2,914

2 Bed

$2,480

$2,688 – $2,914

3 Bed

$3,100

$3,058 – $3,700

4 Bed

$3,330

$3,650 – $3,850

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

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

East New York

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

Asking rent

$1,897

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

2.0%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

13%

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

161 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

965

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

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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

119 total

Water Leak
17
Pest Infestation
17
Paint/Plaster
14
Door/Lock
13
Smoke/CO Detector
10

311Top Complaints

20 total

DOOR/WINDOW
4
APPLIANCE
4
WATER LEAK
4
UNSANITARY CONDITION
2
Noise
2

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(5 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 11, 2025
(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 12, 2024
(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Class BVIOLATION CLOSEDNov 22, 2023
§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 22, 2023
§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 22, 2023
§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST

See all 119 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

1.0 /5

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1 reviews

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4★

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1★

100%

Pros: None!!!We saved enough to get out! Cons: Everything!!!This lady owns multiple properties and she treats them all the same.She dines nothing for the buildings ,don’t answer her phone.Roaches,mice,unsanitary.That bu…

negativeNov 2020

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

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The landlord.

BAPTISTE, INDIRA

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: INDIRA BAPTISEMail: 649 WATKINS ST, BROOKLYN, NY, 11212

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.6

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1930Building constructed4 units · 2 floors
nowBAPTISTE, INDIRAOwner 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.

11212 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11212

Violent466

Property873

Quality-of-life2,850

Total incidents4,189

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About this area.

Brownsville · 11212

653 WATKINS STREET · Brooklyn · 40.656° N, -73.904° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby4 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

ROCKAWAY AV/LINDEN BLVDB60
0.2 mi4 min
ROCKAWAY AV/DITMAS AVB60
0.2 mi5 min
ROCKAWAY AV/DITMAS AVB60
0.2 mi5 min
LINDEN BLVD/THOMAS BOYLAND STB8
0.3 mi6 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Brooklyn Democracy AcademyHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High SchoolHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
Kappa V (knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy)Middle School
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 184 NewportK-8
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Uncommon Brownsville South Charter School NycK-8
0.1 mi2 min
Uncommon Brownsville South Charter School NycK-8
0.1 mi2 min
Cultural Arts Academy Charter School At Spring CreekElementary
0.2 mi5 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Adaptive Solutions- Hegeman
0.1 mi1 min
Making A Difference Academy
0.4 mi9 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Pal World Creative
0.5 mi9 min

The neighborhood

Brownsville

Brownsville has long been one of Brooklyn's toughest neighborhoods, but community-led organizations like the Brownsville Community Justice Center are driving change. Public housing dominates the landscape, rents are among the city's lowest, and a fierce sense of community persists.

7,105buildings tracked4.2avg LucidIQ$2,743median 1BR

84,006population$36kmedian income86%renters

AffordableResilientCommunity-RootedWorking-ClassEvolving

Explore Brownsville

Neighborhood overview

Brownsville→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 11212

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Brownsville

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

East New York· 0.96 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 1.26 mi Crown Heights· 1.3 mi East Flatbush· 1.32 mi Canarsie· 1.63 mi

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1930

Floors2

Total units4

ClassC3

BBL3036390028

BIN3082993

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1930

Building constructed

4 units · 2 floors · class C3

now

Current owner: BAPTISTE, INDIRA

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWJun 11, 2025
HPD Class A Violation — (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR
311MEDIUMSep 30, 2024
General Construction/Plumbing — Sidewalk Shed/Pipe Scafford - Inadequate Defective/None
311MEDIUMSep 30, 2024
Noise — Noise: Construction Before/After Hours (NM1)
HPDLOWApr 12, 2024
HPD Class A Violation — (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR
HPDHIGHNov 22, 2023
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STO
HPDMEDIUMNov 22, 2023
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT A
HPDHIGHNov 22, 2023
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT 1st CELLAR FROM EAST
HPDHIGHNov 22, 2023
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st
HPDHIGHNov 22, 2023
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY,
HPDMEDIUMNov 22, 2023
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1s

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11212 zip code: studio rents are about 13% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 13% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 11% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 10% below the neighborhood median.
Is 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 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 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, while August is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 13% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
The registered owner of 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 is BAPTISTE, INDIRA. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 a good landlord?
653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, owned by BAPTISTE, INDIRA, has an overall grade of C (2.6/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 119 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.6 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
Yes, 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 119 housing violations and 20 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What schools are near 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
There are 10 schools near 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Brooklyn Democracy Academy (2 min walk), Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School (2 min walk), Kappa V (knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy) (2 min walk), P.s. 184 Newport (6 min walk), Uncommon Brownsville South Charter School Nyc (2 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: ROCKAWAY AV/LINDEN BLVD (B60), 0.18 mi away.
Is 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11212 zip code where 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 is located had 4,189 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 466 violent crimes, 873 property crimes, and 2,850 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11212 for full details.
When was 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 built and how many units does it have?
653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 was built in 1930, has 2 floors, contains 4 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212?
653 WATKINS STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11212 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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