What is the rent for a studio at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $1,938 to $2,622 per month, with a median of $2,280.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $2,023 to $2,737 per month, with a median of $2,380.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $2,244 to $3,036 per month, with a median of $2,640.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $2,797 to $3,783 per month, with a median of $3,290.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $3,018 to $4,082 per month, with a median of $3,550.

How does rent at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11221 zip code: studio rents are about 11% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 22% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 18% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 11% below the neighborhood median.

Is 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 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 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, 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 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

The registered owner of 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is JONATHAN P NELSON FAMILY TRUST, DTD 10/1 7/2022. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Are there violations or complaints at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Yes, 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 5 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 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

There are 10 schools near 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 044 Marcus Garvey (7 min walk), Academy Of Arts And Letters (7 min walk), Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-Ahsep (9 min walk), Brooklyn Academy High School (9 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 3 (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: HALSEY ST/THROOP AV (B26), 0.55 mi away.

Is 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11221 zip code where 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, 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 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 built and how many units does it have?

738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 was built in 1899, has 2 floors, contains 2 total units.

738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bushwick, NYC

Bushwick · Brooklyn, NY, 11221

Built 18992 floors2 unitsBBL 3017910028

Current rent range

$1,938 – $4,082 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11221

738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE is a prewar 1899 building, 2 units in Bushwick, NYC. Owned by JONATHAN P NELSON FAMILY TRUST, DTD 10/1 7/2022. Public records show 5 311 complaints on file.

HPD violations0last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

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Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age127 ybuilt 1899

311 complaints5last 7 years

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Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

Studio

$2,280/mo

1 BR

$2,380/mo

2 BR

$2,640/mo

3 BR

$3,290/mo

4 BR

$3,550/mo

Compare this building's listings above against the 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: $1,938 – $2,622

11% belowArea: $2,573

1 BR

This building: $2,023 – $2,737

19% belowArea: $2,950

2 BR

This building: $2,244 – $3,036

22% belowArea: $3,400

3 BR

This building: $2,797 – $3,783

18% belowArea: $3,995

4 BR

This building: $3,018 – $4,082

11% belowArea: $4,000

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$2,280

$2,494 – $3,125

1 Bed

$2,380

$2,740 – $3,125

2 Bed

$2,640

$3,000 – $3,650

3 Bed

$3,290

$3,545 – $4,300

4 Bed

$3,550

$3,879 – $5,000

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

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

164 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

3693

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

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

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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

0 total

No violations
0

311Top Complaints

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

JONATHAN P NELSON FAMILY TRUST, DTD 10/1 7/2022

Portfolio of 5 buildings

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

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buildings

3.4

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 4 by score · of 5 total

See all 5 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1899Building constructed2 units · 2 floors
nowJONATHAN P NELSON FAMILY TRUST, DTD 10/1 7/2022Owner of record per HPD registration · manages 5 buildings.

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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

738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.691° N, -73.944° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby11 min

7 schools nearby7 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

HALSEY ST/THROOP AVB26
0.5 mi11 min
HALSEY ST/TOMPKINS AVB26
0.6 mi11 min
HALSEY ST/TOMPKINS AVB26
0.6 mi11 min
HALSEY ST/THROOP AVB26
0.6 mi11 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 044 Marcus GarveyElementary
0.3 mi7 min
Academy Of Arts And LettersK-8
0.3 mi7 min
Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-AhsepGED/Alt
0.5 mi9 min
Brooklyn Academy High SchoolHigh School
0.5 mi9 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 3Middle School
0.2 mi3 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

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

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History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1899

Floors2

Total units2

ClassB3

BBL3017910028

189019001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1899

Building constructed

2 units · 2 floors · class B3

now

Current owner: JONATHAN P NELSON FAMILY TRUST, DTD 10/1 7/2022

Portfolio includes 5 buildings.

Recent Activity

5 events

311MEDIUMAug 4, 2025
Graffiti
311MEDIUMJul 8, 2025
General Construction/Plumbing — Building - Vacant, Open And Unguarded
311MEDIUMApr 21, 2025
Graffiti
311MEDIUMAug 6, 2020
Derelict Vehicles
311MEDIUMJul 11, 2020
Illegal Parking — Commercial Overnight Parking

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $1,938 to $2,622 per month, with a median of $2,280.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $2,023 to $2,737 per month, with a median of $2,380.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $2,244 to $3,036 per month, with a median of $2,640.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $2,797 to $3,783 per month, with a median of $3,290.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $3,018 to $4,082 per month, with a median of $3,550.
How does rent at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11221 zip code: studio rents are about 11% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 22% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 18% below the neighborhood median; 4-bedroom rents are about 11% below the neighborhood median.
Is 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 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 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, 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 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
The registered owner of 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is JONATHAN P NELSON FAMILY TRUST, DTD 10/1 7/2022. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Are there violations or complaints at 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Yes, 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 5 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 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
There are 10 schools near 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 044 Marcus Garvey (7 min walk), Academy Of Arts And Letters (7 min walk), Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-Ahsep (9 min walk), Brooklyn Academy High School (9 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 3 (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: HALSEY ST/THROOP AV (B26), 0.55 mi away.
Is 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11221 zip code where 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, 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 738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 built and how many units does it have?
738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 was built in 1899, has 2 floors, contains 2 total units.

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738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bushwick, NYC

738 LAFAYETTE AVENUE

Rental intelligence.

Rental intelligence.

Rent trends.

Neighborhood risks.

Neighborhood risks.

Violations, 311, & more.

Violations, 311, & more.

What tenants actually say.

Building amenities.

The landlord.

JONATHAN P NELSON FAMILY TRUST, DTD 10/1 7/2022

The landlord.

Crime & safety.

About this area.

Bushwick

Crime & safety.

About this area.

History of the building.

History of the building.

Frequently asked questions.

Frequently asked questions.

Similar buildings nearby.

984 GREENE AVENUE

479 CENTRAL AVENUE

1230 PUTNAM AVENUE

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984 GREENE AVENUE

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JONATHAN P NELSON FAMILY TRUST, DTD 10/1 7/2022

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