What is the rent for a studio at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,074 to $2,806 per month, with a median of $2,440.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,168 to $2,933 per month, with a median of $2,550.

What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,397 to $3,243 per month, with a median of $2,820.

What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,984 to $4,036 per month, with a median of $3,510.

What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.

How does rent at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 11205 zip code: studio rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 39% below the neighborhood median.

Is 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 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 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to October could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

The registered owner of 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is JACOB FOGEL. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?

953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by JACOB FOGEL, has an overall grade of D (1.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 1 recorded violation. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has an overall grade of D with a score of 1.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Are there violations or complaints at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Yes, 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 housing violation on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.

Has 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 3 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What amenities does 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 have?

953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 offers 1 amenities including Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.

What schools are near 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

There are 10 schools near 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (11 min walk), The Urban Assembly Unison School (11 min walk), Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-Ahsep (12 min walk), P.s. 003 The Bedford Village (13 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School-Annex (6 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: GATES AV/FRANKLIN AV (B52), 0.42 mi away.

Is 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11205 zip code where 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is located had 1,743 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 97 violent crimes, 618 property crimes, and 1,028 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11205 for full details.

When was 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?

953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1901, has 3 floors, contains 2 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

953 BEDFORD AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Fort Greene, NYC

Fort Greene · Brooklyn, NY, 11205

Built 19013 floors2 unitsBBL 3017620008

Current rent range

$2,074 – $4,359 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★1.01 reviews

Verified reviewsJFOwned byJACOB FOGEL3 bldgs

953 BEDFORD AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11205

953 BEDFORD AVENUE is a prewar 1901 building, 2 units in Fort Greene, NYC. Owned by JACOB FOGEL. Public records show 1 open violation, 1 active litigation matter on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations1last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews11.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age125 ybuilt 1901

311 complaints0last 7 years

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Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Brooklyn · February 2026

Studio

$2,440/mo

1 BR

$2,550/mo

2 BR

$2,820/mo

3 BR

$3,510/mo

4 BR

$3,790/mo

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

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

October

Most expensive

June

JFMAMJJASOND

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

Rent vs. area median Brooklyn

Studio

This building: $2,074 – $2,806

19% belowArea: $3,000

1 BR

This building: $2,168 – $2,933

32% belowArea: $3,737

2 BR

This building: $2,397 – $3,243

41% belowArea: $4,800

3 BR

This building: $2,984 – $4,036

39% belowArea: $5,800

4 BR

This building: $3,222 – $4,359

—Area: —

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Brooklyn

Studio

$3,000

$3,000

1 Bed

$2,550

$3,495 – $3,815

2 Bed

$2,820

$3,945 – $5,413

3 Bed

$3,510

$4,100 – $7,425

4 Bed

$3,790

$3,222 – $4,359

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

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Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

Downtown Brooklyn

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

Asking rent

$4,678

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

3.1%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

25%

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

155 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

2905

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

1 total

Uncategorized
1

311Top Complaints

0 total

Noise
4
Noise - Residential
2
General Construction/Plumbing
1
Illegal Parking
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 BNOV SENT OUTJan 24, 2020
§ 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADMIN. CODE: REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE BUILDING FRONT YARD.

See all 1 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

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What tenants actually say.

1.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

3★

2★

1★

100%

Pros: Nothing is good Cons: Everything, roof caved in, dirty, filled with bugs, overcharged in rent. Owner/manager Fogel is hostile and awful.

negativeJul 2021

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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Building amenities.

Building Amenities

1 amenity

OTHER

Has Evictions

04 / 09

Building amenities.

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The landlord.

JACOB FOGEL

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

1.0

avg score / 5

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

1901Building constructed2 units · 3 floors
nowJACOB FOGELOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 3 buildings.

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The landlord.

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Crime & safety.

11205 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Very safeSafety score · last 12 months

NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 11205

Violent97

Property618

Quality-of-life1,028

Total incidents1,743

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About this area.

Fort Greene · 11205

953 BEDFORD AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.692° N, -73.956° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby8 min

7 schools nearby11 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

GATES AV/FRANKLIN AVB52
0.4 mi8 min
BEDFORD AV/GATES AVB44-SBS
0.4 mi8 min
GATES AV/FRANKLIN AVB52
0.4 mi9 min
BEDFORD AV/MONROE STB44
0.4 mi9 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

P.s. 056 Lewis H. LatimerElementary
0.6 mi11 min
The Urban Assembly Unison SchoolMiddle School
0.6 mi11 min
Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-AhsepGED/Alt
0.6 mi12 min
P.s. 003 The Bedford VillageElementary
0.6 mi13 min

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Community Partnership Charter School-AnnexCharter
0.3 mi6 min
Community Partnership Charter SchoolK-8
0.3 mi6 min
Brooklyn Charter SchoolElementary
0.5 mi9 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Bnos ChayilElementary
0.1 mi2 min
Hamaspik School (the)Elementary
0.1 mi2 min
Bnos Square Of WilliamsburgElementary
0.1 mi3 min

The neighborhood

Fort Greene

Fort Greene is Brooklyn's cultural powerhouse — BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music), the Pratt Institute campus, and Fort Greene Park create a neighborhood that's equal parts intellectual and stylish. DeKalb Avenue's restaurant scene punches well above its weight.

4,108buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$3,737median 1BR

50,319population$75kmedian income71%renters

CulturalArtsyWalkableDiverseHistoric

Explore Fort Greene

Neighborhood overview

Fort Greene→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 11205

See full breakdown→

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

Rent trends in Fort Greene

Median rent & comparables→

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

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Williamsburg· 0.47 mi Prospect Heights· 0.82 mi Carroll Gardens· 0.88 mi Bedford-Stuyvesant· 0.97 mi Williamsburg· 1.35 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 built1901

Floors3

Total units2

ClassB3

BBL3017620008

19001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1901

Building constructed

2 units · 3 floors · class B3

now

Current owner: JACOB FOGEL

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

9 events

311MEDIUMJun 25, 2025
Illegal Parking — Double Parked Blocking Traffic
311MEDIUMMay 26, 2025
Noise — Noise: Construction Equipment (NC1)
311MEDIUMMay 26, 2025
Noise — Noise: Construction Equipment (NC1)
311MEDIUMMay 26, 2025
Noise — Noise: Construction Before/After Hours (NM1)
311MEDIUMSep 27, 2023
General Construction/Plumbing — Building Permit - None
311MEDIUMDec 24, 2020
Noise — Noise: Construction Equipment (NC1)
311MEDIUMJun 14, 2020
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
311MEDIUMJun 14, 2020
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
HPDMEDIUMJan 24, 2020
HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADMIN. CODE: REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION TH

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,074 to $2,806 per month, with a median of $2,440.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,168 to $2,933 per month, with a median of $2,550.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,397 to $3,243 per month, with a median of $2,820.
What is the rent for a 3-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $2,984 to $4,036 per month, with a median of $3,510.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.
How does rent at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 11205 zip code: studio rents are about 19% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 32% below the neighborhood median; 2-bedroom rents are about 41% below the neighborhood median; 3-bedroom rents are about 39% below the neighborhood median.
Is 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 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 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, while June is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to October could save approximately 8% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
The registered owner of 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is JACOB FOGEL. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?
953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by JACOB FOGEL, has an overall grade of D (1.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 1 recorded violation. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has an overall grade of D with a score of 1.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Are there violations or complaints at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Yes, 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 housing violation on record. Visit the building page on Lucid Rents to see the full history, including violation classes and complaint types.
Has 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 3 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What amenities does 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 have?
953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 offers 1 amenities including Has Evictions. View the full amenity list on the building page.
What schools are near 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
There are 10 schools near 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 4 public schools, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include P.s. 056 Lewis H. Latimer (11 min walk), The Urban Assembly Unison School (11 min walk), Ged-P2g-Bedford Stuy Complex-Ahsep (12 min walk), P.s. 003 The Bedford Village (13 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School-Annex (6 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: GATES AV/FRANKLIN AV (B52), 0.42 mi away.
Is 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11205 zip code where 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is located had 1,743 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 97 violent crimes, 618 property crimes, and 1,028 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 11205 for full details.
When was 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?
953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1901, has 3 floors, contains 2 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
953 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

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Frequently asked questions.

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