What is the rent for a studio at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 is approximately $1,750 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 ranges from $1,745 to $2,200 per month, with a median of $1,972.

How does rent at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11213 zip code: studio rents are about 50% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 46% above the neighborhood median.

Is 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 rent stabilized?

Yes, 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 is rent stabilized with 57 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213, while July is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 13% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?

The registered owner of 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 is 877 EMPIRE ASSOCIATES. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 a good landlord?

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213, owned by 877 EMPIRE ASSOCIATES, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 92 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?

Yes, 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 has 92 housing violations and 79 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 have?

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?

There are 10 schools near 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 221 Toussaint L'ouverture (3 min walk), P.s. 221 Toussaint L'ouverture (3 min walk), New Heights Middle School (4 min walk), P.s. 770 New American Academy (6 min walk), Uncommon Ocean Hill Cms (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: UTICA AV/MIDWOOD ST (B46), 0.19 mi away.

Is 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11213 zip code where 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 is located had 3,505 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 363 violent crimes, 1,019 property crimes, and 2,123 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11213 for full details.

When was 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 built and how many units does it have?

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 was built in 1934, has 6 floors, contains 59 total units.

How energy efficient is 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 has an ENERGY STAR score of 81 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 64.4 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This is considered an above-average efficiency rating.

What do tenants say about living at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD — Rent Intelligence for Crown Heights, NYC

Crown Heights · Brooklyn, NY, 11213

Built 19346 floors59 unitsBBL 3014240057

Current rent range

$1,745 – $2,200 / mo

2 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings · rent stabilized

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviews8EOwned by877 EMPIRE ASSOCIATES3 bldgs

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD

Brooklyn, NY, 11213

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD is a mid-century 1934 building, 6 floors, 59 units in Crown Heights, NYC. Owned by 877 EMPIRE ASSOCIATES. Public records show 105 open violations, 79 311 complaints, 2 active litigation matters on file. Rent stabilization on file covers 57 units (registered 2024). Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations92last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units59DHCR records

Building age92 ybuilt 1934

311 complaints79last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$1,750/mo

1 listing

1 BR

$1,972/mo

18 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

July

JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~13% by timing your move to February.

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $1,750 – $1,750

50% belowArea: $3,500

1 BR

This building: $1,745 – $2,200

46% aboveArea: $1,350

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio1 listing

$3,500

$3,500

1 Bed18 listings

$1,350

$1,350

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

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

169 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

2827

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

92 total

Paint/Plaster
26
Smoke/CO Detector
14
Pest Infestation
11
Water Leak
8
Door/Lock
7

311Top Complaints

79 total

HEAT/HOT WATER
23
PAINT/PLASTER
13
UNSANITARY CONDITION
8
ELECTRIC
8
SAFETY
6

DOBTop Filings

13 total

DOB Violations
13

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(7 units)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTJan 20, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT A9, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''
Class CNOTICE OF ISSUANCE SENT TO TENANTJan 20, 2026
HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT A9, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''
Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONJan 20, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT A9, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''
Class BINVALID CERTIFICATIONJan 20, 2026
§ 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT A9, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''
Class CCIV14 MAILEDJan 20, 2026
§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT A9, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''

See all 92 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Pros: Heat is great during the winter. Cons: People smoke in the hallway and nobody uses the garbage chute. Advice to landlord: Find a way to get rid of the smokers.

positiveAug 2023

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

2 amenities

OTHER

Fios Available
Hardwood Floors

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

877 EMPIRE ASSOCIATES

Portfolio of 3 buildingsMEMBER: MICHAEL REDBORDMail: 877 EMPIRE BLVD, BROOKLYN, NY, 11213

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

View full landlord profile

buildings

4.0

avg score / 5

A-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1934Building constructed59 units · 6 floors
now877 EMPIRE ASSOCIATESOwner 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.

11213 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Above averageSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11213

Violent363

Property1,019

Quality-of-life2,123

Total incidents3,505

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About this area.

Crown Heights · 11213

889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD · Brooklyn · 40.664° N, -73.933° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby4 min

7 schools nearby3 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

UTICA AV/MIDWOOD STB46
0.2 mi4 min
UTICA AV/RUTLAND RDB46
0.2 mi4 min
REMSEN AV/RUTLAND RDB17
0.3 mi5 min
REMSEN AV/RUTLAND RDB17
0.3 mi6 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 221 Toussaint L'ouvertureElementary
0.2 mi3 min
P.s. 221 Toussaint L'ouvertureElementary
0.2 mi3 min
New Heights Middle SchoolMiddle School
0.2 mi4 min
P.s. 770 New American AcademyElementary
0.3 mi6 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Uncommon Ocean Hill CmsCharter
0.2 mi3 min
Achievement First Crown Heights Charter SchoolK-12
0.2 mi4 min
Uncommon Kings Charter School NycCharter
0.4 mi8 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Ed Inst-Oholei Torah-Troy AvenueHigh School
0.2 mi4 min
Bnos Menachem, IncElementary
0.3 mi5 min
Kids-Centric, Inc Medgar Evers
0.3 mi5 min

The neighborhood

Crown Heights

Crown Heights west of Nostrand Avenue is one of Brooklyn's most dynamic neighborhoods — the massive West Indian Day Parade on Eastern Parkway, the Brooklyn Museum and Botanic Garden on its northern edge, and a Hasidic Jewish community alongside Caribbean newcomers.

6,496buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$1,350median 1BR

69,131population$54kmedian income84%renters

DiverseCulturalEvolvingLivelyHistoric

Explore Crown Heights

Neighborhood overview

Crown Heights→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 11213

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Crown Heights

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Crown Heights· 1.03 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 1.05 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 1.18 mi Carroll Gardens· 1.24 mi Brownsville· 1.3 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 built1934

Floors6

Total units59

Rent-stab units59

ClassD1

BBL3014240057

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1934

Building constructed

59 units · 6 floors · class D1

2024

Rent stabilization on file

57 stabilized units registered.

now

Current owner: 877 EMPIRE ASSOCIATES

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMFeb 15, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 7, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 7, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 3, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — ENTIRE BUILDING
311MEDIUMFeb 1, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
311MEDIUMJan 24, 2026
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY
HPDHIGHJan 20, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT A9, 1st STO
HPDHIGHJan 20, 2026
HPD Class C Violation — § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT A9, 1st STORY, 2nd
HPDMEDIUMJan 20, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEV
HPDMEDIUMJan 20, 2026
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MON

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 is approximately $1,750 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 ranges from $1,745 to $2,200 per month, with a median of $1,972.
How does rent at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11213 zip code: studio rents are about 50% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 46% above the neighborhood median.
Is 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 rent stabilized?
Yes, 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 is rent stabilized with 57 stabilized units. Rent-stabilized tenants have protections limiting annual rent increases and providing lease renewal rights.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213, while July is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to February could save approximately 13% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?
The registered owner of 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 is 877 EMPIRE ASSOCIATES. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 a good landlord?
889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213, owned by 877 EMPIRE ASSOCIATES, has an overall grade of A (4.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 92 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?
889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 has an overall grade of A with a score of 4.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?
Yes, 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 has 92 housing violations and 79 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 have?
889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 offers 2 amenities including Fios Available, Hardwood Floors. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?
There are 10 schools near 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 221 Toussaint L'ouverture (3 min walk), P.s. 221 Toussaint L'ouverture (3 min walk), New Heights Middle School (4 min walk), P.s. 770 New American Academy (6 min walk), Uncommon Ocean Hill Cms (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?
889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: UTICA AV/MIDWOOD ST (B46), 0.19 mi away.
Is 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11213 zip code where 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 is located had 3,505 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 363 violent crimes, 1,019 property crimes, and 2,123 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11213 for full details.
When was 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 built and how many units does it have?
889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 was built in 1934, has 6 floors, contains 59 total units.
How energy efficient is 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?
889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 has an ENERGY STAR score of 81 out of 100 and a site energy use intensity (EUI) of 64.4 kBtu/ft² (2024 data). This is considered an above-average efficiency rating.
What do tenants say about living at 889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213?
889 EMPIRE BOULEVARD, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

10 / 10

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.

09 / 10

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