What is the rent for a studio at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,210 to $2,990 per month, with a median of $2,600.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,304 to $3,116 per month, with a median of $2,710.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,550 to $3,450 per month, with a median of $3,000.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,179 to $4,301 per month, with a median of $3,740.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,426 to $4,635 per month, with a median of $4,030.

How does rent at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 18% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 20% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 15% below the neighborhood median.

Is 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 9 SPENCER 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 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

The registered owner of 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is SCRUBB JANICE C. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?

9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by SCRUBB JANICE C, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 13 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

Yes, 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 13 housing violations and 25 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

What amenities does 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?

9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 1 amenities including Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

There are 10 schools near 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 003 The Bedford Village (1 min walk), Bedford Academy High School (5 min walk), Bedford Academy High School (5 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (8 min walk), Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-Clinton Hill Middle (3 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FRANKLIN AV/BERGEN ST (B48), 0.34 mi away.

Is 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11216 zip code where 9 SPENCER 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 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?

9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1930, has 3 floors, contains 4 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?

9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

9 SPENCER PLACE — Rent Intelligence for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC

Bedford-Stuyvesant · Brooklyn, NY, 11216

Built 19303 floors4 unitsBBL 3020000010

Current rent range

$2,210 – $4,635 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★2.01 reviews

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9 SPENCER PLACE

Brooklyn, NY, 11216

9 SPENCER PLACE is a mid-century 1930 building, 4 units in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NYC. Owned by SCRUBB JANICE C. Public records show 13 open violations, 25 311 complaints, 1 active litigation matter on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations13last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews12.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age96 ybuilt 1930

311 complaints25last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · March 2026

Studio

$2,600/mo

1 BR

$2,710/mo

2 BR

$3,000/mo

3 BR

$3,740/mo

4 BR

$4,030/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

February

Most expensive

June

JFMAMJJASOND

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

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $2,210 – $2,990

—Area: —

1 BR

This building: $2,304 – $3,116

18% belowArea: $3,306

2 BR

This building: $2,550 – $3,450

20% belowArea: $3,756

3 BR

This building: $3,179 – $4,301

15% belowArea: $4,400

4 BR

This building: $3,426 – $4,635

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$2,600

$2,210 – $2,990

1 Bed

$3,306

$3,306

2 Bed

$3,756

$3,756

3 Bed

$4,400

$4,400

4 Bed

$4,030

$3,426 – $4,635

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

132 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

4260

311 noise, rats, bedbug history

Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report

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Neighborhood risks.

02 / 10

Violations, 311, & more.

hpd · dob · 311 · acris
last 7 years

Violation & Complaint Trends

Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources

Steady

HPDTop Violations

13 total

Pest Infestation
6

311Top Complaints

25 total

Rodent
19
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
3
Illegal Parking
1
Lead
1
Derelict Vehicles
1

DOBTop Filings

0 total

DOB Violations
0

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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 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 IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 27, 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 ANOV SENT OUTApr 11, 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.

See all 13 HPD records

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Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

100%

1★

Pros: Great area but not a clean environment Cons: Carpet is old, very dark entry and hallway. Building not well maintained. Rats all over outside, a block issue. Advice to landlord: Invest in building maintenance

negativeApr 2023

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

1 amenity

OTHER

Has Evictions

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Building amenities.

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The landlord.

SCRUBB JANICE C

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: JANICE SCRUBBMail: 9 SPENCER PLACE, BROOKLYN, NY, 11216

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

1930Building constructed4 units · 3 floors
nowSCRUBB JANICE COwner 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.

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

9 SPENCER PLACE · Brooklyn · 40.682° N, -73.954° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby7 min

7 schools nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

FRANKLIN AV/BERGEN STB48
0.3 mi7 min
BERGEN ST/BEDFORD AVB65
0.4 mi7 min
BEDFORD AV/BERGEN STB49
0.4 mi8 min
DEAN ST/NOSTRAND AVB65
0.4 mi8 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 003 The Bedford VillageElementary
0.1 mi1 min
Bedford Academy High SchoolHigh School
0.3 mi5 min
Bedford Academy High SchoolHigh School
0.3 mi5 min
P.s. 056 Lewis H. LatimerElementary
0.4 mi8 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-Clinton Hill MiddleCharter
0.1 mi3 min
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School - Csd 13K-8
0.1 mi3 min
Uncommon Collegiate ChsCharter
0.4 mi8 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Brooklyn Waldorf SchoolElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Starting Point - Bedford Stuyvesant
0.5 mi9 min
Talmud Torah D'nitraElementary
0.6 mi11 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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Neighborhood overview

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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 built1930

Floors3

Total units4

ClassC3

BBL3020000010

19301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1930

Building constructed

4 units · 3 floors · class C3

now

Current owner: SCRUBB JANICE C

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
311MEDIUMApr 7, 2026
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMMar 13, 2026
Derelict Vehicles
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
311MEDIUMJun 15, 2025
Rodent — Rat Sighting
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
311MEDIUMApr 22, 2025
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMFeb 23, 2025
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMFeb 3, 2025
Rodent — Rat Sighting
311MEDIUMJan 31, 2025
Rodent — Rat Sighting

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History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,210 to $2,990 per month, with a median of $2,600.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,304 to $3,116 per month, with a median of $2,710.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $2,550 to $3,450 per month, with a median of $3,000.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,179 to $4,301 per month, with a median of $3,740.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 ranges from $3,426 to $4,635 per month, with a median of $4,030.
How does rent at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11216 zip code: 1-bedroom rents are about 18% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 20% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 15% below the neighborhood median.
Is 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Based on historical listing data, February tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 9 SPENCER 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 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
The registered owner of 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 is SCRUBB JANICE C. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 a good landlord?
9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, owned by SCRUBB JANICE C, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 13 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
Yes, 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 13 housing violations and 25 complaints on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
What amenities does 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 have?
9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 offers 1 amenities including Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
There are 10 schools near 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 003 The Bedford Village (1 min walk), Bedford Academy High School (5 min walk), Bedford Academy High School (5 min walk), P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (8 min walk), Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-Clinton Hill Middle (3 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FRANKLIN AV/BERGEN ST (B48), 0.34 mi away.
Is 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11216 zip code where 9 SPENCER 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 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 built and how many units does it have?
9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 was built in 1930, has 3 floors, contains 4 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216?
9 SPENCER PLACE, Brooklyn, NY, 11216 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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