What is the rent for a studio at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $3,825 to $5,175 per month, with a median of $4,500.

How does rent at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

The registered owner of 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is NYC HOUSING PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 a good landlord?

79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, owned by NYC HOUSING PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT, has an overall grade of B (3.5/5) on Lucid Rents. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

Yes, 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 149 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 5 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What amenities does 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 have?

79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 offers 4 amenities including Good Cause, Rent Stabilized, Has Evictions, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 allow pets?

79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.

What schools are near 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

There are 10 schools near 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Gotham Professional Arts Academy (4 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (5 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (5 min walk), The Urban Assembly Unison School (5 min walk), Brooklyn Prospect Charter School - Csd 13 (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?

79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: WASHINGTON AV/PROSPECT PL (B45), 0.34 mi away.

Is 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11238 zip code where 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 built and how many units does it have?

79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 was built in 1930, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.

79 LEFFERTS PLACE — Rent Intelligence for Prospect Heights, NYC

Prospect Heights · Brooklyn, NY, 11238

Built 19304 floors8 unitsBBL 3020150078

Current rent range

$2,465 – $5,175 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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79 LEFFERTS PLACE

Brooklyn, NY, 11238

79 LEFFERTS PLACE is a mid-century 1930 building, 8 units in Prospect Heights, NYC. Owned by NYC HOUSING PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT. Public records show 5 open violations, 149 311 complaints on file.

HPD violations0last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews0no reviews yet

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age96 ybuilt 1930

311 complaints149last 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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Rent trends.

Prospect Park

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

Asking rent

$3,296

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

-0.4%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

16%

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

111 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

4102

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

0 total

No violations
0

311Top Complaints

149 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
47
HEAT/HOT WATER
34
Noise - Residential
20
Abandoned Vehicle
11
Request Large Bulky Item Collection
7

DOBTop Filings

5 total

DOB Violations
5

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Recent records

Last 7 years

—NO RECORDS—
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.

See all 0 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

4 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Good Cause
Rent Stabilized
Has Evictions

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

NYC HOUSING PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT

Portfolio of 385 buildings

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

View full landlord profile

385

buildings

4.2

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 5 by score · of 385 total

See all 385 →

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1930Building constructed8 units · 4 floors
nowNYC HOUSING PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENTOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 385 buildings · registration active through 2013-09-15.

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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

79 LEFFERTS PLACE · Brooklyn · 40.681° N, -73.960° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby7 min

7 schools nearby4 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

WASHINGTON AV/PROSPECT PLB45
0.3 mi7 min
CLASSON AV/PROSPECT PLB48
0.4 mi7 min
BERGEN ST/FRANKLIN AVB65
0.4 mi7 min
FRANKLIN AV/BERGEN STB48
0.4 mi8 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Gotham Professional Arts AcademyHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
P.s. 056 Lewis H. LatimerElementary
0.2 mi5 min
P.s. 056 Lewis H. LatimerElementary
0.2 mi5 min
The Urban Assembly Unison SchoolMiddle School
0.2 mi5 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Brooklyn Prospect Charter School - Csd 13K-8
0.2 mi4 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.

6,630buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$1,750median 1BR

58,047population$126kmedian income71%renters

CulturalWalkableDiverseUp-and-ComingParks

Explore Prospect Heights

Neighborhood overview

Prospect Heights→

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Crime in 11238

See full breakdown→

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

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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 built1930

Floors4

Total units8

ClassC1

BBL3020150078

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1930

Building constructed

8 units · 4 floors · class C1

now

Current owner: NYC HOUSING PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT

Portfolio includes 385 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMJan 26, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMDec 29, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMAug 13, 2025
Abandoned Vehicle — With License Plate
311MEDIUMAug 11, 2025
Abandoned Vehicle — With License Plate

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 ranges from $3,825 to $5,175 per month, with a median of $4,500.
How does rent at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
The registered owner of 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 is NYC HOUSING PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 a good landlord?
79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, owned by NYC HOUSING PRESERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT, has an overall grade of B (3.5/5) on Lucid Rents. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.5 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
Yes, 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 149 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 5 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What amenities does 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 have?
79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 offers 4 amenities including Good Cause, Rent Stabilized, Has Evictions, Pet Friendly. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 allow pets?
79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.
What schools are near 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
There are 10 schools near 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Gotham Professional Arts Academy (4 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (5 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (5 min walk), The Urban Assembly Unison School (5 min walk), Brooklyn Prospect Charter School - Csd 13 (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238?
79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: WASHINGTON AV/PROSPECT PL (B45), 0.34 mi away.
Is 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11238 zip code where 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, 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 79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 built and how many units does it have?
79 LEFFERTS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11238 was built in 1930, has 4 floors, contains 8 total units.

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