What is the rent for a studio at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,465 to $3,335 per month, with a median of $2,900.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,576 to $3,484 per month, with a median of $3,030.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,848 to $3,852 per month, with a median of $3,350.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $3,553 to $4,807 per month, with a median of $4,180.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $3,825 to $5,175 per month, with a median of $4,500.

How does rent at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11238 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 73% above the neighborhood median.

Is 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 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 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 14% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

The registered owner of 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is WALLACE SHEILA. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 a good landlord?

686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, owned by WALLACE SHEILA, has an overall grade of B (3.2/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 15 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.2 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Yes, 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 15 housing violations and 18 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 have?

686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 offers 1 amenities including Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

There are 10 schools near 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Public School 9 The Sarah Smith Garnet School (2 min walk), Public School 9 The Sarah Smith Garnet School (2 min walk), P.s. K753 - School For Career Development (4 min walk), P.s. K753 - School For Career Development (4 min walk), Achievement First Endeavor Charter School (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: VANDERBILT AV/SAINT MARKS AV (B69), 0.15 mi away.

Is 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11238 zip code where 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is located had 1,430 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 89 violent crimes, 570 property crimes, and 771 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11238 for full details.

When was 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 built and how many units does it have?

686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 was built in 1931, has 4 floors, contains 4 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

686 DEAN STREET — Rent Intelligence for Prospect Heights, NYC

Prospect Heights · Brooklyn, NY, 11238

Built 19314 floors4 unitsBBL 3011380015

Current rent range

$2,465 – $5,175 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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686 DEAN STREET

Brooklyn, NY, 11238

686 DEAN STREET is a mid-century 1931 building, 4 units in Prospect Heights, NYC. Owned by WALLACE SHEILA. Public records show 15 open violations, 18 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations15last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age95 ybuilt 1931

311 complaints18last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$2,900/mo

1 BR

$3,030/mo

2 BR

$3,350/mo

3 BR

$4,180/mo

4 BR

$4,500/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

May

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Potential savings: ~14% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $2,465 – $3,335

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $2,576 – $3,484

73% aboveArea: $1,750

2 BR

This building: $2,848 – $3,852

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $3,553 – $4,807

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $3,825 – $5,175

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$2,900

$2,465 – $3,335

1 Bed

$1,750

$1,750

2 Bed

$3,350

$2,848 – $3,852

3 Bed

$4,180

$3,553 – $4,807

4 Bed

$4,500

$3,825 – $5,175

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

110 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

3607

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

02 / 10

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

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

15 total

Door/Lock
5
Pest Infestation
3
Smoke/CO Detector
2
Paint/Plaster
2
Heat/Hot Water
1

311Top Complaints

18 total

Illegal Parking
7
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
6
HEAT/HOT WATER
2
PLUMBING
1
Noise - Residential
1

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTMay 4, 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 IINFO NOV SENT OUTNov 20, 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 9, 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 CNOV SENT OUTSep 30, 2024
§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT CELLAR
Class BNOV SENT OUTSep 30, 2024
§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST

See all 15 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

100%

1★

Pros: The only thing that I can say is that the apartment was cheap Cons: The landlord/family that own this building are aweful. The building is never taken care of. We had many problems with our apartment, which we ne…

negativeSep 2021

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

1 amenity

OTHER

Rent Stabilized

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

WALLACE SHEILA

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: SHEILA WALLACEMail: 686 DEAN ST, BROOKLYN, NY, 11238

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.2

avg score / 5

B-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1931Building constructed4 units · 4 floors
nowWALLACE SHEILAOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2025-09-01.

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The landlord.

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

11238 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11238

Violent89

Property570

Quality-of-life771

Total incidents1,430

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About this area.

Prospect Heights · 11238

686 DEAN STREET · Brooklyn · 40.680° N, -73.967° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby3 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

VANDERBILT AV/SAINT MARKS AVB69
0.1 mi3 min
VANDERBILT AV/PROSPECT PLB69
0.2 mi3 min
BERGEN ST/WASHINGTON AVB65
0.2 mi4 min
WASHINGTON AV/BERGEN STB45
0.2 mi4 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Public School 9 The Sarah Smith Garnet SchoolElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Public School 9 The Sarah Smith Garnet SchoolElementary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. K753 - School For Career DevelopmentHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
P.s. K753 - School For Career DevelopmentHigh School
0.2 mi4 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Achievement First Endeavor Charter SchoolK-8
0.2 mi4 min
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School - Csd 13K-8
0.6 mi11 min
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-Clinton Hill MiddleCharter
0.6 mi11 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Luria Academy Of BrooklynElementary
0.1 mi2 min
League School - Vanderbilt
0.2 mi4 min
Berkeley-Carroll SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 min

The neighborhood

Prospect Heights

Prospect Heights borders Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Museum. It's slightly more affordable than Park Slope, with a great mix of longtime residents and newcomers, excellent dining on Vanderbilt Ave.

6,631buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$1,750median 1BR

58,047population$126kmedian income71%renters

CulturalWalkableDiverseUp-and-ComingParks

Explore Prospect Heights

Neighborhood overview

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

Rent trends in Prospect Heights

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Bedford-Stuyvesant· 0.39 mi Carroll Gardens· 0.39 mi Fort Greene· 0.82 mi Park Slope· 0.93 mi Williamsburg· 1.28 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

Floors4

Total units4

ClassC3

BBL3011380015

BIN3027910

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1931

Building constructed

4 units · 4 floors · class C3

now

Current owner: WALLACE SHEILA

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWMay 4, 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
311MEDIUMJan 13, 2026
Noise - Residential — Banging/Pounding
HPDHIGHNov 20, 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
HPDLOWJun 9, 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
311MEDIUMApr 15, 2025
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMApr 15, 2025
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMApr 15, 2025
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMApr 15, 2025
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
HPDHIGHSep 30, 2024
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT CELLAR
HPDMEDIUMSep 30, 2024
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

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,465 to $3,335 per month, with a median of $2,900.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,576 to $3,484 per month, with a median of $3,030.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $2,848 to $3,852 per month, with a median of $3,350.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $3,553 to $4,807 per month, with a median of $4,180.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $3,825 to $5,175 per month, with a median of $4,500.
How does rent at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11238 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 73% above the neighborhood median.
Is 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 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 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 14% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
The registered owner of 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is WALLACE SHEILA. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 a good landlord?
686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, owned by WALLACE SHEILA, has an overall grade of B (3.2/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 15 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.2 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Yes, 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 15 housing violations and 18 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 have?
686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 offers 1 amenities including Rent Stabilized. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
There are 10 schools near 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Public School 9 The Sarah Smith Garnet School (2 min walk), Public School 9 The Sarah Smith Garnet School (2 min walk), P.s. K753 - School For Career Development (4 min walk), P.s. K753 - School For Career Development (4 min walk), Achievement First Endeavor Charter School (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: VANDERBILT AV/SAINT MARKS AV (B69), 0.15 mi away.
Is 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11238 zip code where 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is located had 1,430 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 89 violent crimes, 570 property crimes, and 771 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11238 for full details.
When was 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 built and how many units does it have?
686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 was built in 1931, has 4 floors, contains 4 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
686 DEAN STREET, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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