What is the rent for a studio at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.

How does rent at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11214 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 11% above the neighborhood median.

Is 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 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 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214, while October is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 21% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

The registered owner of 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 is 8501 21 AVE LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 a good landlord?

8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214, owned by 8501 21 AVE LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 17 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

Yes, 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 has 17 housing violations and 7 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 has 4 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What schools are near 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

There are 10 schools near 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Brooklyn Studio Secondary School (2 min walk), P.s. 128 Bensonhurst (2 min walk), Brooklyn Studio Secondary School (2 min walk), P.s. 128 Bensonhurst (2 min walk), Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 (12 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: BAY PKWY/BENSON AV (B6, B82), 0.22 mi away.

Is 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11214 zip code where 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 is located had 1,894 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 109 violent crimes, 670 property crimes, and 1,115 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11214 for full details.

When was 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 built and how many units does it have?

8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 was built in 1929, has 3 floors, contains 6 total units, 5 of which are residential.

What do tenants say about living at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?

8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

8501 21 AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bensonhurst, NYC

Bensonhurst · Brooklyn, NY, 11214

Built 19293 floors6 unitsBBL 3063470010

Current rent range

$1,828 – $3,829 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★2.01 reviews

Verified reviews82Owned by8501 21 AVE LLC3 bldgs

8501 21 AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11214

8501 21 AVENUE is a mid-century 1929 building, 6 units in Bensonhurst, NYC. Owned by 8501 21 AVE LLC. Public records show 21 open violations, 7 311 complaints on file. Risk signals: 1 bedbug report. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations17last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age97 ybuilt 1929

311 complaints7last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$2,150/mo

1 BR

$2,210/mo

2 BR

$2,480/mo

3 BR

$3,100/mo

4 BR

$3,330/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

March

Most expensive

October

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Potential savings: ~21% by timing your move to March.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $1,828 – $2,473

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $1,879 – $2,542

11% aboveArea: $2,000

2 BR

This building: $2,108 – $2,852

—Area: —

3 BR

This building: $2,635 – $3,565

—Area: —

4 BR

This building: $2,831 – $3,829

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$2,150

$1,828 – $2,473

1 Bed

$2,000

$2,000

2 Bed

$2,480

$2,108 – $2,852

3 Bed

$3,100

$2,635 – $3,565

4 Bed

$3,330

$2,831 – $3,829

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Rent trends.

Southwest Brooklyn

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

Asking rent

$1,764

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.0%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

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

83 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

3259

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

17 total

Paint/Plaster
3
Door/Lock
3
Pest Infestation
2
Water Leak
1
Smoke/CO Detector
1

311Top Complaints

7 total

Graffiti
2
Lead
2
General Construction/Plumbing
1
Illegal Parking
1
HEAT/HOT WATER
1

DOBTop Filings

4 total

DOB Violations
4

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMay 1, 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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 6, 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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 26, 2024
§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 CVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 10, 2022
§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE AT BUILDING FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR
Class CVIOLATION CLOSEDMar 3, 2021
§ 27-2056.8 ADM CODE -CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD CONTROL REQUIREMENTS DURING PERIOD OF UNIT VACANCY BY SUBMITTING REQUIRED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION AND AFFIDAVITS FOR APARTMENT ... IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

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1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

100%

1★

Pros: Convenient location, high ceilings, big windows, lots of natural light, trash was maintained, didn’t have to pay for heat (see cons). Cons: I rented one of their unit for a year and the entire building was in crum…

negativeOct 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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The landlord.

8501 21 AVE LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsPRESIDENT: KIN; CHUNG CHOIMail: 4216 8TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY, 11232

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.0

avg score / 5

C-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1929Building constructed6 units · 3 floors
now8501 21 AVE 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.

11214 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11214

Violent109

Property670

Quality-of-life1,115

Total incidents1,894

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About this area.

Bensonhurst · 11214

8501 21 AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.604° N, -73.995° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby4 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

BAY PKWY/BENSON AVB6B82
0.2 mi4 min
BAY PKWY/BENSON AVB6B82
0.2 mi5 min
86 ST/23 AVB1
0.3 mi6 min
86 ST/23 AVB1
0.3 mi6 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Brooklyn Studio Secondary SchoolSecondary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 128 BensonhurstElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Brooklyn Studio Secondary SchoolSecondary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 128 BensonhurstElementary
0.1 mi2 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2Elementary
0.6 mi12 min
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2Elementary
0.6 mi12 min
Success Academy Charter School - BensonhurstCharter
0.6 mi12 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Elite High SchoolHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
Yeshiva Ohel MosheElementary
0.3 mi6 min
St Peter Catholic AcademyElementary
0.3 mi6 min

The neighborhood

Bensonhurst

The western edge of Bensonhurst extends toward Gravesend Bay with a strongly Asian-American character — particularly Chinese and Cantonese communities that have established a thriving food scene along 86th Street. It's family-oriented, safe, and unpretentious.

10,874buildings tracked4.7avg LucidIQ$2,000median 1BR

90,796population$60kmedian income66%renters

Asian-AmericanAffordableSafeFamily-FriendlyFood Destination

Explore Bensonhurst

Neighborhood overview

Bensonhurst→

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

Rent trends in Bensonhurst

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Coney Island· 1.08 mi Dyker Heights· 1.39 mi Gravesend· 1.46 mi Bensonhurst· 1.53 mi Midwood· 2.18 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 built1929

Floors3

Total units6

ClassS5

BBL3063470010

192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1929

Building constructed

6 units · 3 floors · class S5

now

Current owner: 8501 21 AVE LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWMay 1, 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
311MEDIUMMar 16, 2026
Illegal Parking — Blocked Crosswalk
HPDLOWJun 6, 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
HPDHIGHNov 26, 2024
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
311MEDIUMSep 7, 2023
Graffiti
HPDHIGHJun 10, 2022
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE AT BUILDING FRO
311MEDIUMJun 7, 2022
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMJan 16, 2022
General Construction/Plumbing — Vent/Exhaust - Illegal/Improper
311MEDIUMDec 16, 2021
Graffiti
HPDHIGHMar 3, 2021
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2056.8 ADM CODE -CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD CONTROL REQUIREMENTS DURING PERIOD OF UNIT VACANCY

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 ranges from $1,828 to $2,473 per month, with a median of $2,150.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 ranges from $1,879 to $2,542 per month, with a median of $2,210.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 ranges from $2,108 to $2,852 per month, with a median of $2,480.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 ranges from $2,635 to $3,565 per month, with a median of $3,100.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 ranges from $2,831 to $3,829 per month, with a median of $3,330.
How does rent at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11214 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 11% above the neighborhood median.
Is 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 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 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
Based on historical listing data, March tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214, while October is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to March could save approximately 21% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
The registered owner of 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 is 8501 21 AVE LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 a good landlord?
8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214, owned by 8501 21 AVE LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 17 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
Yes, 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 has 17 housing violations and 7 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 has 4 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What schools are near 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
There are 10 schools near 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Brooklyn Studio Secondary School (2 min walk), P.s. 128 Bensonhurst (2 min walk), Brooklyn Studio Secondary School (2 min walk), P.s. 128 Bensonhurst (2 min walk), Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 (12 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: BAY PKWY/BENSON AV (B6, B82), 0.22 mi away.
Is 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11214 zip code where 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 is located had 1,894 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 109 violent crimes, 670 property crimes, and 1,115 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11214 for full details.
When was 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 built and how many units does it have?
8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 was built in 1929, has 3 floors, contains 6 total units, 5 of which are residential.
What do tenants say about living at 8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214?
8501 21 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11214 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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