What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is approximately $1,887 per month.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is approximately $4,138 per month.

How does rent at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11221 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 3% above the neighborhood median.

Is 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 rent stabilized?

Yes, 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is rent stabilized with 24 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, while January is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 6% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

The registered owner of 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is 680 MONROE LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 a good landlord?

680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, owned by 680 MONROE LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 152 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Yes, 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 152 housing violations and 300 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 have?

680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Good Cause, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

There are 10 schools near 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include M.s. 267 Math, Science & Technology (3 min walk), P.s. 309 The George E. Wibecan Preparatory Academy (5 min walk), Madiba Prep Middle School (6 min walk), P.s. 026 Jesse Owens (6 min walk), Uncommon Bed-Stuy East Charter School Nyc (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: HALSEY ST/STUYVESANT AV (B26), 0.33 mi away.

Is 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11221 zip code where 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is located had 2,264 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 176 violent crimes, 776 property crimes, and 1,312 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11221 for full details.

When was 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 built and how many units does it have?

680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 was built in 1931, has 5 floors, contains 24 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.3 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

680 MONROE STREET — Rent Intelligence for Bushwick, NYC

Bushwick · Brooklyn, NY, 11221

Built 19315 floors24 unitsBBL 3016420008

Current rent range

$1,887 – $4,138 / mo

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

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★★★★★2.33 reviews

Verified reviews6MOwned by680 MONROE LLC3 bldgs

680 MONROE STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11221

680 MONROE STREET is a mid-century 1931 building, 5 floors, 24 units in Bushwick, NYC. Owned by 680 MONROE LLC. Public records show 162 open violations, 300 311 complaints, 6 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 24 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 3 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations152last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews32.3 ★ avg

Rent-stab units24DHCR records

Building age95 ybuilt 1931

311 complaints300last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

2 BR

$1,887/mo

15 listings

4 BR

$4,138/mo

1 listing

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

January

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Potential savings: ~6% by timing your move to February.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,573

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,950

2 BR

This building: $1,887 – $1,887

44% belowArea: $3,400

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,995

4 BR

This building: $4,138 – $4,138

3% aboveArea: $4,000

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

2 Bed15 listings

$1,887

$3,000 – $3,650

4 Bed1 listing

$4,138

$3,879 – $5,000

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Bushwick

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

Asking rent

$2,911

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.5%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

12%

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

158 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

3443

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

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

152 total

Paint/Plaster
31
Door/Lock
21
Pest Infestation
21
Water Leak
20
Smoke/CO Detector
18

311Top Complaints

300 total

UNSANITARY CONDITION
41
Noise - Residential
38
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
25
HEAT/HOT WATER
24
PLUMBING
22

DOBTop Filings

10 total

DOB Violations
10

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(10 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CNOV SENT OUTMay 19, 2026
§ 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 DOOR LEADING TO BUILDING REAR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY
Class CNOV SENT OUTMay 19, 2026
§ 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 HOPPER DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY
Class CCIV14 MAILEDJan 31, 2026
§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Class CCIV14 MAILEDJan 31, 2026
§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDJan 31, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE APPROX 2 SQFT OF CERAMIC FLOOR TILES AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY

See all 152 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.3 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

3 reviews

5★

4★

3★

33%

2★

67%

1★

Pros: The apartments are pretty spacious and cheap for what you get. Cons: Everything. There’s roaches everywhere, rats in the walls, and creepy men who smoke cigarettes and drink all hours of the day and play loud musi…

negativeJun 2024

Anonymous

Pros: the people who live there are cool Cons: there are rats in the walls of the building Advice to landlord: address the rats in the building

negativeMar 2022

Anonymous

Pros: Wide open apartment, lighting is great, trees nearby for cat entertainment, newly renovated, short stairway, buzzer/intercom for door, rent stabilized Cons: First floor neighbors upkeep similar to 3rd world countr…

mixedAug 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

4 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Good Cause
Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

680 MONROE LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: PERL WEISZMail: 16 WAVERLY AVE, 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

2.3

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1931Building constructed24 units · 5 floors
now680 MONROE 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.

11221 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11221

Violent176

Property776

Quality-of-life1,312

Total incidents2,264

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About this area.

Bushwick · 11221

680 MONROE STREET · Brooklyn · 40.688° N, -73.929° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby7 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

HALSEY ST/STUYVESANT AVB26
0.3 mi7 min
HALSEY ST/LEWIS AVB26
0.4 mi8 min
LEWIS AV/HALSEY STB15
0.4 mi9 min
MALCOLM X BLVD/DECATUR STB46
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

M.s. 267 Math, Science & TechnologyMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 309 The George E. Wibecan Preparatory AcademyElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Madiba Prep Middle SchoolMiddle School
0.3 mi6 min
P.s. 026 Jesse OwensElementary
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Uncommon Bed-Stuy East Charter School NycMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min
La Cima Charter SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Uncommon Bed-Stuy East Charter School NycMiddle School
0.2 mi3 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Yeshiva D'nitraHigh School
0.4 mi7 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Ace Integration
0.5 mi10 min
Talmud Torah D'nitraElementary
0.5 mi10 min

The neighborhood

Bushwick

Bushwick's warehouse-turned-arts-district energy draws artists and young creatives. Sprawling murals, DIY galleries, and underground clubs exist alongside longtime Dominican and Puerto Rican community roots.

12,147buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$2,950median 1BR

91,236population$78kmedian income79%renters

Arts SceneNightlifeAffordable (relatively)CreativeGritty

Explore Bushwick

Neighborhood overview

Bushwick→

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Crime in 11221

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Bushwick

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Bushwick· 0.63 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 0.89 mi Crown Heights· 1.47 mi Carroll Gardens· 1.61 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 1.66 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

Floors5

Total units24

Rent-stab units24

ClassC1

BBL3016420008

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1931

Building constructed

24 units · 5 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

24 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 680 MONROE LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDHIGHMay 19, 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
HPDHIGHMay 19, 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
311MEDIUMApr 22, 2026
Illegal Parking — Commercial Overnight Parking
311MEDIUMApr 16, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMar 27, 2026
WATER LEAK — SLOW LEAK
311MEDIUMMar 21, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMar 21, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMar 20, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMMar 20, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMFeb 22, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is approximately $1,887 per month.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is approximately $4,138 per month.
How does rent at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11221 zip code: 2-bedroom rents are about 45% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 3% above the neighborhood median.
Is 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 rent stabilized?
Yes, 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is rent stabilized with 24 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, while January is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 6% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
The registered owner of 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is 680 MONROE LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 a good landlord?
680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, owned by 680 MONROE LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.3/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 152 recorded violations. Tenants have left 3 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.3 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Yes, 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 152 housing violations and 300 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 have?
680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 offers 4 amenities including Fios Available, Good Cause, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
There are 10 schools near 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include M.s. 267 Math, Science & Technology (3 min walk), P.s. 309 The George E. Wibecan Preparatory Academy (5 min walk), Madiba Prep Middle School (6 min walk), P.s. 026 Jesse Owens (6 min walk), Uncommon Bed-Stuy East Charter School Nyc (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: HALSEY ST/STUYVESANT AV (B26), 0.33 mi away.
Is 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11221 zip code where 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is located had 2,264 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 176 violent crimes, 776 property crimes, and 1,312 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11221 for full details.
When was 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 built and how many units does it have?
680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 was built in 1931, has 5 floors, contains 24 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
680 MONROE STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.3 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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