What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 ranges from $3,450 to $3,500 per month, with a median of $3,475.

Is 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?

Yes, 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 27 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 14% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

The registered owner of 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is 81-87 CROOKE AVENUE LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?

81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by 81-87 CROOKE AVENUE LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 63 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

Yes, 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 63 housing violations and 95 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?

81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 5 amenities including Pet Friendly, Good Cause, Rent Stabilized, Fios Available, Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 allow pets?

81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

There are 10 schools near 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 249 The Caton (6 min walk), High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus (7 min walk), Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At Erasmus (7 min walk), High School For Service & Learning At Erasmus (7 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (8 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CHURCH AV/OCEAN AV (B35), 0.20 mi away.

Is 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11226 zip code where 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is located had 3,775 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 338 violent crimes, 924 property crimes, and 2,513 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11226 for full details.

When was 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?

81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1915, has 4 floors, contains 32 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?

81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 reviewers would recommend this building.

81 CROOKE AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Flatbush, NYC

Flatbush · Brooklyn, NY, 11226

Built 19154 floors32 unitsBBL 3050590056

Current rent range

$3,450 – $3,500 / mo

1 bedroom band tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★3.02 reviews

Verified reviews8COwned by81-87 CROOKE AVENUE LLC3 bldgs

81 CROOKE AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11226

81 CROOKE AVENUE is a prewar 1915 building, 32 units in Flatbush, NYC. Owned by 81-87 CROOKE AVENUE LLC. Public records show 63 open violations, 95 311 complaints, 2 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 27 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 2 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations63last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews23.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units32DHCR records

Building age111 ybuilt 1915

311 complaints95last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

3 BR

$3,475/mo

23 listings

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

May

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

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,713

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $2,750

3 BR

This building: $3,450 – $3,500

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

3 Bed23 listings

$3,475

$3,450 – $3,500

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Flatbush

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

Asking rent

$2,103

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

0.4%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

11%

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

103 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

2889

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

Improving

HPDTop Violations

63 total

Paint/Plaster
23
Window/Guard
9
Pest Infestation
6
Smoke/CO Detector
5
Door/Lock
4

311Top Complaints

95 total

Noise - Street/Sidewalk
36
Noise - Residential
20
UNSANITARY CONDITION
10
HEAT/HOT WATER
10
Blocked Driveway
4

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(6 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTAug 7, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD DOOR IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 19, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class ANOV SENT OUTAug 7, 2026
§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT ALL WALLS AND ALL CEIINGS IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 19, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class ANOV SENT OUTAug 7, 2026
§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 19, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class ANOV SENT OUTAug 7, 2026
§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PAINT METAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPT. REGULATION AT RISER IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 19, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST
Class CNOV SENT OUTAug 7, 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 LATCH AT FIRE DOOR LEADING TO EAST COURT , 1st STORY

See all 63 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

2 reviews

5★

4★

3★

100%

2★

1★

Pros: Big rooms, not subdivided, nice big windows. Good people in the building. Cons: Typical unresponsive management of a stabilized building with a big landlord. In 2019 teenagers from all over Flatbush came to this b…

mixedOct 2025

Anonymous

Pros: Spacious and affordable Cons: Pest control is needed consistently. Upstairs neighbors are very loud blasting music in the middle of the night and all day. Constantly stomping and yelling and it sounds like they wo…

mixedMay 2025

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

5 amenities

PET FRIENDLY

Pet Friendly

OTHER

Good Cause
Rent Stabilized
Fios Available
Hardwood Floors

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

81-87 CROOKE AVENUE LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: JACOB HAGERMail: 266 BROADWAY, BROOKLYN, NY, 11211

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.0

avg score / 5

B-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1915Building constructed32 units · 4 floors
now81-87 CROOKE AVENUE 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.

11226 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11226

Violent338

Property924

Quality-of-life2,513

Total incidents3,775

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About this area.

Flatbush · 11226

81 CROOKE AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.653° N, -73.963° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby4 min

7 schools nearby6 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

CHURCH AV/OCEAN AVB35
0.2 mi4 min
CHURCH AV/OCEAN AVB35
0.2 mi4 min
CHURCH AV/E 18 STB35
0.2 mi5 min
CHURCH AV/E 18 STB35
0.2 mi5 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 249 The CatonElementary
0.3 mi6 min
High School For Youth And Community Development At ErasmusHigh School
0.4 mi7 min
Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At ErasmusSecondary
0.4 mi7 min
High School For Service & Learning At ErasmusHigh School
0.4 mi7 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - FlatbushElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Success Academy Charter School - FlatbushElementary
0.4 mi8 min
Flatbush Ascend Charter SchoolElementary
0.4 mi9 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

City-Pro Group, Inc. - Bedford Ave
0.5 mi9 min
Starting Point Serv - St. Marks
0.5 mi11 min
Lefferts Gardens MontessoriElementary
0.6 mi13 min

The neighborhood

Flatbush

Flatbush around Church and Nostrand avenues is one of NYC's most vibrantly Caribbean neighborhoods — patois echoes on the streets, doubles vendors set up shop, and the Flatbush Junction outdoor market draws weekend crowds. It's affordable, lively, and deeply authentic.

7,559buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$2,750median 1BR

101,053population$76kmedian income86%renters

Caribbean CultureLivelyAffordableAuthenticDiverse

Explore Flatbush

Neighborhood overview

Flatbush→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 11226

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Flatbush

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

East Flatbush· 1.1 mi Crown Heights· 1.12 mi Kensington· 1.16 mi Flatbush· 1.26 mi Midwood· 1.57 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 built1915

Floors4

Total units32

Rent-stab units32

ClassC1

BBL3050590056

1910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1915

Building constructed

32 units · 4 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

27 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 81-87 CROOKE AVENUE LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWAug 7, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2005 ADM CODE PAINT METAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPT. REGULATION AT RISER IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 19, 1st STORY
HPDMEDIUMAug 7, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD DOOR IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED A
HPDHIGHAug 7, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 19, 1st STO
HPDHIGHAug 7, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 19, 1st STORY,
HPDMEDIUMAug 7, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BASE CABINET AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 19,
HPDLOWAug 7, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT ALL WALLS AND ALL CEIINGS IN TH
HPDMEDIUMAug 7, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BROKEN GLASS AT WINDOW PANE AT NORTH WALL IN THE 1st R
HPDLOWAug 7, 2026
HPD Class A Violation — § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE PRIVATE HAL
HPDHIGHAug 7, 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
311MEDIUMFeb 17, 2026
Noise - Residential — Loud Television

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 ranges from $3,450 to $3,500 per month, with a median of $3,475.
Is 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 rent stabilized?
Yes, 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is rent stabilized with 27 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 14% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
The registered owner of 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is 81-87 CROOKE AVENUE LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 a good landlord?
81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, owned by 81-87 CROOKE AVENUE LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 63 recorded violations. Tenants have left 2 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
Yes, 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 63 housing violations and 95 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 have?
81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 offers 5 amenities including Pet Friendly, Good Cause, Rent Stabilized, Fios Available, Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 allow pets?
81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 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 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
There are 10 schools near 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 249 The Caton (6 min walk), High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus (7 min walk), Science, Technology And Research Early College High School At Erasmus (7 min walk), High School For Service & Learning At Erasmus (7 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Flatbush (8 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: CHURCH AV/OCEAN AV (B35), 0.20 mi away.
Is 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11226 zip code where 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 is located had 3,775 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 338 violent crimes, 924 property crimes, and 2,513 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11226 for full details.
When was 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 built and how many units does it have?
81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 was built in 1915, has 4 floors, contains 32 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226?
81 CROOKE AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 has 2 tenant reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 2 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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