What is the rent for a studio at 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $1,995 to $2,650 per month, with a median of $2,322.

Is 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?

Yes, 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is rent stabilized with 5 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

The registered owner of 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is 887 ST. JOHNS HOLDINGS LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?

887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by 887 ST. JOHNS HOLDINGS LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 19 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Yes, 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 19 housing violations and 15 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?

887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 6 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

There are 10 schools near 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Medgar Evers College Preparatory School (7 min walk), P.s. 161 The Crown (8 min walk), P.s. 161 The Crown (8 min walk), M.s. 061 Dr. Gladstone H. Atwell (11 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Prospect Heights (4 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NEW YORK AV/EASTERN PKWY (B44), 0.11 mi away.

Is 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11216 zip code where 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is located had 3,212 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 266 violent crimes, 1,051 property crimes, and 1,895 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11216 for full details.

When was 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?

887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1904, has 3 floors, contains 11 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

887 ST JOHNS PLACE — Rent Intelligence for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC

Bedford-Stuyvesant · Brooklyn, NY, 11216

Built 19043 floors11 unitsBBL 3012480052

Current rent range

$1,995 – $2,650 / mo

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

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★★★★★3.01 reviews

Verified reviews8SOwned by887 ST. JOHNS HOLDINGS LLC3 bldgs

887 ST JOHNS PLACE

Brooklyn, NY, 11216

887 ST JOHNS PLACE is a prewar 1904 building, 11 units in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC. Owned by 887 ST. JOHNS HOLDINGS LLC. Public records show 24 open violations, 15 311 complaints, 1 active litigation matter on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 5 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations19last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews13.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units11DHCR records

Building age122 ybuilt 1904

311 complaints15last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$2,322/mo

16 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

June

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Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to February.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $1,995 – $2,650

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,306

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,756

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,400

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio16 listings

$2,322

$1,995 – $2,650

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

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Rental intelligence.

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Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi

141 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

3532

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

19 total

Paint/Plaster
3
Flooring
3
Pest Infestation
2
Electrical
1
Water Leak
1

311Top Complaints

15 total

PAINT/PLASTER
3
UNSANITARY CONDITION
2
PLUMBING
2
FLOORING/STAIRS
2
Lead
1

DOBTop Filings

5 total

DOB Violations
5

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(3 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 18, 2026
§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR ALL DEFECTS IN WASTE LINE AT WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2LR, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 18, 2026
§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2LR, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 18, 2026
§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR ALL DEFECTS IN WASTE LINE AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2LR, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class BNOV SENT OUTApr 18, 2026
§ 27-2037, 2038 HMC: PROVIDE A SAFE AND ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF ELECTRIC SERVICE TO THE FIXTURES AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2LR, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDOct 6, 2021
§ 329, M/D LAW AND DEPT. RULES AND REGS. PROVIDE A COMPLETED CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION VISITS IN A PROPER FRAME AT OR NEAR MAILBOXES, BOTTOM EDGE OF FRAME BETWEEN 48-62 INCHES ABOVE FLOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

See all 19 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

3.0 /5

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1 reviews

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100%

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1★

Pros: Cheap rent The studios are doable with space High ceilings Cons: Cockroaches are all over even when the exterminator comes The landlord and super never respond

mixedJul 2021

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

6 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors
View
Has Evictions
Rent Stabilized
Good Cause

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

887 ST. JOHNS HOLDINGS LLC

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: JAY LUBINMail: 1800 LANES MILL ROAD, BRICK, NJ, 08724

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

1904Building constructed11 units · 3 floors
now887 ST. JOHNS HOLDINGS LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings · registration active through 2026-09-01.

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Crime & safety.

11216 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11216

Violent266

Property1,051

Quality-of-life1,895

Total incidents3,212

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About this area.

Bedford-Stuyvesant · 11216

887 ST JOHNS PLACE · Brooklyn · 40.672° N, -73.949° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby2 min

7 schools nearby7 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

NEW YORK AV/EASTERN PKWYB44
0.1 mi2 min
EASTERN PKWY/NOSTRAND AVB96
0.2 mi3 min
NOSTRAND AV/EASTERN PKWYB44B96
0.2 mi4 min
NEW YORK AV/UNION STB44
0.2 mi4 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Medgar Evers College Preparatory SchoolSecondary
0.3 mi7 min
P.s. 161 The CrownElementary
0.4 mi8 min
P.s. 161 The CrownElementary
0.4 mi8 min
M.s. 061 Dr. Gladstone H. AtwellMiddle School
0.5 mi11 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Success Academy Charter School - Prospect HeightsK-8
0.2 mi4 min
Success Academy Charter School - Prospect HeightsK-8
0.2 mi4 min
Success Academy Charter School - Crown HeightsK-8
0.4 mi8 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

M A C A D E M YElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Ed Inst-Oholei Torah-Eastern ParkwayElementary
0.2 mi4 min
Epiphany Lutheran Elementary SchoolElementary
0.2 mi4 min

The neighborhood

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Bed-Stuy is Brooklyn's brownstone capital — block after block of stunning Victorian and Romanesque row houses, many beautifully restored. The neighborhood's Black cultural heritage runs deep (Biggie grew up here), and the restaurant scene on Tompkins and Lewis Avenues has exploded.

8,172buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$3,306median 1BR

62,373population$93kmedian income75%renters

BrownstonesHistoricCulturalFoodieCommunity Feel

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

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Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Carroll Gardens· 0.1 mi Prospect Heights· 0.39 mi Fort Greene· 0.97 mi Park Slope· 1.09 mi Crown Heights· 1.18 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 built1904

Floors3

Total units11

Rent-stab units11

ClassC1

BBL3012480052

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1904

Building constructed

11 units · 3 floors · class C1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

5 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 887 ST. JOHNS HOLDINGS LLC

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDMEDIUMApr 18, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR ALL DEFECTS IN WASTE LINE AT WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT
HPDMEDIUMApr 18, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM N
HPDMEDIUMApr 18, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2026 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR ALL DEFECTS IN WASTE LINE AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT AP
HPDMEDIUMApr 18, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2037, 2038 HMC: PROVIDE A SAFE AND ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF ELECTRIC SERVICE TO THE FIXTURES AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM F
311MEDIUMFeb 5, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — MOLD
311MEDIUMFeb 5, 2026
PLUMBING — BATHTUB/SHOWER
311MEDIUMFeb 5, 2026
UNSANITARY CONDITION — PESTS
311MEDIUMFeb 5, 2026
ELECTRIC — WIRING
311MEDIUMFeb 5, 2026
PAINT/PLASTER — CEILING
311MEDIUMFeb 5, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $1,995 to $2,650 per month, with a median of $2,322.
Is 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?
Yes, 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is rent stabilized with 5 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
The registered owner of 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is 887 ST. JOHNS HOLDINGS LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?
887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by 887 ST. JOHNS HOLDINGS LLC, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 19 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Yes, 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 19 housing violations and 15 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?
887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 6 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors, View, Has Evictions, Rent Stabilized, Good Cause. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
There are 10 schools near 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Medgar Evers College Preparatory School (7 min walk), P.s. 161 The Crown (8 min walk), P.s. 161 The Crown (8 min walk), M.s. 061 Dr. Gladstone H. Atwell (11 min walk), Success Academy Charter School - Prospect Heights (4 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: NEW YORK AV/EASTERN PKWY (B44), 0.11 mi away.
Is 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11216 zip code where 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is located had 3,212 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 266 violent crimes, 1,051 property crimes, and 1,895 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11216 for full details.
When was 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?
887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1904, has 3 floors, contains 11 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
887 ST JOHNS PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 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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