What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $7,000 per month.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $7,000 per month.

How does rent at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 3-bedroom rents are about 59% above the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 59% above the neighborhood median.

Is 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

The registered owner of 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is KAUFMAN, CHAIM. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?

654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by KAUFMAN, CHAIM, has an overall grade of B (3.6/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 12 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.6 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Yes, 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 12 housing violations and 22 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?

654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 6 amenities including In-unit Laundry, Laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Garage, Washer. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have laundry facilities?

Yes, 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers laundry amenities: In-unit Laundry, Laundry, Dishwasher, Washer.

What schools are near 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

There are 6 schools near 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 0 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Community Partnership Charter School-Annex (1 min walk), Brooklyn Charter School (6 min walk), Brooklyn Charter School (6 min walk), Talmud Torah D'nitra (6 min walk), Bais Yakov Of Dkhal Adas Yereim (6 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NOSTRAND AV/HANCOCK ST (B44), 0.53 mi away.

Is 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11216 zip code where 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is located had 3,212 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 266 violent crimes, 1,051 property crimes, and 1,895 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11216 for full details.

When was 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?

654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1931, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC

Bedford-Stuyvesant · Brooklyn, NY, 11216

Built 19313 floors3 unitsBBL 3017890040

Current rent range

$7,000 – $7,000 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★5.01 reviews

Verified reviewsKCOwned byKAUFMAN, CHAIM3 bldgs

654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11216

654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE is a mid-century 1931 building, 3 units in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC. Owned by KAUFMAN, CHAIM. Public records show 13 open violations, 22 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations12last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews15.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age95 ybuilt 1931

311 complaints22last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

3 BR

$7,000/mo

1 listing

3 BR

$7,000/mo

1 listing

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

February

Most expensive

June

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Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to February.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,306

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,756

3 BR

This building: $7,000 – $7,000

59% aboveArea: $4,400

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

3 Bed1 listing

$4,400

$4,400

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Rent trends.

Downtown Brooklyn

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

Asking rent

$4,678

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

3.1%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

25%

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

173 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

3526

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

Steady

HPDTop Violations

12 total

Pest Infestation
6

311Top Complaints

22 total

Noise - Residential
5
Rodent
4
Dirty Condition
3
Illegal Parking
2
Noise
1

DOBTop Filings

1 total

DOB Violations
1

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTMay 5, 2026
(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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 19, 2025
§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.
Class ANOV SENT OUTJun 10, 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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 27, 2024
§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.
Class ANOV SENT OUTApr 10, 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.

See all 12 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

5.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

100%

4★

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Very close to the trains and the buses and downtown Brooklyn. The landlord is an older guy who is always home so can solve any problems when they arise Cons: The heat can be a little bit better but we have base bo…

positiveJan 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

6 amenities

PARKING & BIKES

Parking
Garage

LAUNDRY

In-unit Laundry
Laundry
Dishwasher
Washer

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

KAUFMAN, CHAIM

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: CHAIM KAUFMANMail: 53 Taaffe Place, Brooklyn, NY, 11205

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.6

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1931Building constructed3 units · 3 floors
nowKAUFMAN, CHAIMOwner 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.

11216 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11216

Violent266

Property1,051

Quality-of-life1,895

Total incidents3,212

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About this area.

Bedford-Stuyvesant · 11216

654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.690° N, -73.949° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby11 min

3 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

NOSTRAND AV/HANCOCK STB44
0.5 mi11 min
HALSEY ST/MARCY AVB26
0.5 mi11 min
HALSEY ST/MARCY AVB26
0.6 mi11 min
HALSEY ST/NOSTRAND AVB26
0.6 mi11 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Community Partnership Charter School-AnnexCharter
0.1 mi1 min
Brooklyn Charter SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Brooklyn Charter SchoolElementary
0.3 mi6 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Talmud Torah D'nitraElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Bais Yakov Of Dkhal Adas YereimElementary
0.3 mi6 min
Bais Ruchel D'satmar - MarcyElementary
0.4 mi7 min

The neighborhood

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Bed-Stuy is Brooklyn's brownstone capital — block after block of stunning Victorian and Romanesque row houses, many beautifully restored. The neighborhood's Black cultural heritage runs deep (Biggie grew up here), and the restaurant scene on Tompkins and Lewis Avenues has exploded.

8,172buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$3,306median 1BR

62,373population$93kmedian income75%renters

BrownstonesHistoricCulturalFoodieCommunity Feel

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Neighborhood overview

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

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Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Carroll Gardens· 0.1 mi Prospect Heights· 0.39 mi Fort Greene· 0.97 mi Park Slope· 1.09 mi Crown Heights· 1.18 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

Floors3

Total units3

ClassC0

BBL3017890040

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1931

Building constructed

3 units · 3 floors · class C0

now

Current owner: KAUFMAN, CHAIM

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWMay 5, 2026
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
311MEDIUMApr 13, 2026
Abandoned Vehicle — With License Plate
311MEDIUMFeb 22, 2026
Dirty Condition — Trash
311MEDIUMFeb 18, 2026
Lead — Lead Kit Request (Residential) (L10)
311MEDIUMNov 24, 2025
Derelict Vehicles
HPDHIGHNov 19, 2025
HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20
311MEDIUMNov 1, 2025
Illegal Parking — Unauthorized Bus Layover
HPDLOWJun 10, 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
311MEDIUMMay 8, 2025
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMMay 8, 2025
Dirty Condition — Trash

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $7,000 per month.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is approximately $7,000 per month.
How does rent at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 3-bedroom rents are about 59% above the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 59% above the neighborhood median.
Is 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
The registered owner of 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is KAUFMAN, CHAIM. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?
654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by KAUFMAN, CHAIM, has an overall grade of B (3.6/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 12 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.6 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Yes, 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 12 housing violations and 22 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?
654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 6 amenities including In-unit Laundry, Laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Garage, Washer. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have laundry facilities?
Yes, 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers laundry amenities: In-unit Laundry, Laundry, Dishwasher, Washer.
What schools are near 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
There are 6 schools near 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 0 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Community Partnership Charter School-Annex (1 min walk), Brooklyn Charter School (6 min walk), Brooklyn Charter School (6 min walk), Talmud Torah D'nitra (6 min walk), Bais Yakov Of Dkhal Adas Yereim (6 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NOSTRAND AV/HANCOCK ST (B44), 0.53 mi away.
Is 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11216 zip code where 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is located had 3,212 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 266 violent crimes, 1,051 property crimes, and 1,895 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11216 for full details.
When was 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?
654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1931, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
654 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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