What is the rent for a studio at 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $3,018 to $4,082 per month, with a median of $3,550.

How does rent at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

The registered owner of 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is SPELLEN, COMPTON A. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 a good landlord?

870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, owned by SPELLEN, COMPTON A, has an overall grade of B (3.6/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 12 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.6 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

Yes, 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 12 housing violations and 11 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

There are 10 schools near 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 005 Dr. Ronald Mcnair (2 min walk), P.s. 005 Dr. Ronald Mcnair (2 min walk), P.s. 309 The George E. Wibecan Preparatory Academy (3 min walk), Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology (3 min walk), Uncommon Excellence Girls Charter School Nyc (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: RALPH AV/CHAUNCEY ST (B47), 0.38 mi away.

Is 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11221 zip code where 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 built and how many units does it have?

870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 was built in 1905, has 3 floors, contains 6 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?

870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

870 JEFFERSON AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Bushwick, NYC

Bushwick · Brooklyn, NY, 11221

Built 19053 floors6 unitsBBL 3014870014

Current rent range

$1,938 – $4,082 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★5.01 reviews

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870 JEFFERSON AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11221

870 JEFFERSON AVENUE is a prewar 1905 building, 6 units in Bushwick, NYC. Owned by SPELLEN, COMPTON A. Public records show 18 open violations, 11 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations12last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews15.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age121 ybuilt 1905

311 complaints11last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

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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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Bushwick

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

Asking rent

$2,911

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

1.5%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

12%

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

161 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

3339

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

12 total

Pest Infestation
6

311Top Complaints

11 total

Illegal Parking
5
Noise
1
Noise - Residential
1
Rodent
1
Illegal Dumping
1

DOBTop Filings

6 total

DOB Violations
6

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTMay 5, 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 19, 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 10, 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 ANOV SENT OUTApr 10, 2024
(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 21, 2023
§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.

See all 12 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

5.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

100%

4★

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Good rent prices, and a quiet neighborhood Cons: The heat is centrally controlled so there's no way to adjust it yourself. But the landlord does a pretty good job of keeping it in a good temperature range. Advice…

positiveOct 2022

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

05 / 10

The landlord.

SPELLEN, COMPTON A

Portfolio of 3 buildings

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

3.6

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1905Building constructed6 units · 3 floors
nowSPELLEN, COMPTON AOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2025-09-01.

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The landlord.

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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

870 JEFFERSON AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.686° N, -73.923° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby2 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

RALPH AV/CHAUNCEY STB47
0.4 mi8 min
RALPH AV/SUMPTER STB47
0.4 mi9 min
MALCOLM X BLVD/BAINBRIDGE STB46
0.5 mi9 min
MALCOLM X BLVD/DECATUR STB46
0.5 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 005 Dr. Ronald McnairElementary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 005 Dr. Ronald McnairElementary
0.1 mi2 min
P.s. 309 The George E. Wibecan Preparatory AcademyElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Brooklyn High School For Law And TechnologyHigh School
0.2 mi3 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Uncommon Excellence Girls Charter School NycK-12
0.2 mi3 min
Brooklyn Excelsior Charter SchoolK-8
0.3 mi5 min
Brooklyn Excelsior Charter SchoolK-8
0.3 mi5 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Yeshiva D'nitraHigh School
0.1 mi2 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Ace Integration
0.2 mi4 min
People's Elementary SchoolElementary
0.3 mi5 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

Explore Bushwick

Neighborhood overview

Bushwick→

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Crime in 11221

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Bushwick

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Bushwick· 0.63 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 0.89 mi Crown Heights· 1.47 mi Carroll Gardens· 1.61 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 1.66 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 built1905

Floors3

Total units6

ClassC2

BBL3014870014

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1905

Building constructed

6 units · 3 floors · class C2

now

Current owner: SPELLEN, COMPTON A

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWMay 5, 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
HPDHIGHNov 19, 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
311MEDIUMOct 26, 2025
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMSep 26, 2025
Noise - Vehicle — Engine Idling
HPDLOWJun 10, 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
311MEDIUMMar 7, 2025
Illegal Parking — Parking Permit Improper Use
311MEDIUMOct 1, 2024
Illegal Parking — Parking Permit Improper Use
311MEDIUMMay 13, 2024
Illegal Dumping — Removal Request
HPDLOWApr 10, 2024
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 21, 2023
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

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 ranges from $3,018 to $4,082 per month, with a median of $3,550.
How does rent at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
The registered owner of 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 is SPELLEN, COMPTON A. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 a good landlord?
870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, owned by SPELLEN, COMPTON A, has an overall grade of B (3.6/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 12 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has an overall grade of B with a score of 3.6 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
Yes, 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 12 housing violations and 11 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
There are 10 schools near 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 005 Dr. Ronald Mcnair (2 min walk), P.s. 005 Dr. Ronald Mcnair (2 min walk), P.s. 309 The George E. Wibecan Preparatory Academy (3 min walk), Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology (3 min walk), Uncommon Excellence Girls Charter School Nyc (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: RALPH AV/CHAUNCEY ST (B47), 0.38 mi away.
Is 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11221 zip code where 870 JEFFERSON 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 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 built and how many units does it have?
870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 was built in 1905, has 3 floors, contains 6 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221?
870 JEFFERSON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11221 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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