What is the rent for a studio at 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.

How does rent at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

The registered owner of 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is DEUTSCH, ISRAEL S. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?

981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by DEUTSCH, ISRAEL S, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 10 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

Yes, 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 10 housing violations and 13 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

There are 7 schools near 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 1 public school, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Public School 9 The Sarah Smith Garnet School (20 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School-Annex (6 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School (6 min walk), Brooklyn Charter School (10 min walk), Talmud Torah D'nitra (1 min walk), and more.

What public transit is near 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FRANKLIN AV/MADISON ST (B48), 0.47 mi away.

Is 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 11205 zip code where 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?

981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1899, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units.

What do tenants say about living at 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?

981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 1 tenant review with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5. 0 out of 1 reviewers would recommend this building.

981 BEDFORD AVENUE — Rent Intelligence for Fort Greene, NYC

Fort Greene · Brooklyn, NY, 11205

Built 18993 floors3 unitsBBL 3017780005

Current rent range

$2,074 – $4,359 / mo

5 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

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★★★★★4.01 reviews

Verified reviewsDIOwned byDEUTSCH, ISRAEL S3 bldgs

981 BEDFORD AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY, 11205

981 BEDFORD AVENUE is a prewar 1899 building, 3 units in Fort Greene, NYC. Owned by DEUTSCH, ISRAEL S. Public records show 51 open violations, 13 311 complaints on file. Lucid Rents has 1 verified tenant review on this building.

HPD violations10last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age127 ybuilt 1899

311 complaints13last 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

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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

166 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

3283

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

Worsening

HPDTop Violations

10 total

Pest Infestation
6

311Top Complaints

13 total

Request Large Bulky Item Collection
8
Noise - Street/Sidewalk
2
Illegal Parking
1
Noise - Residential
1
HEAT/HOT WATER
1

DOBTop Filings

41 total

DOB Violations
41

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Violations by Unit

(1 unit)

UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years

Class ANOV SENT OUTMay 1, 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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDJun 6, 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 AVIOLATION DISMISSEDApr 8, 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 17, 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.
Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMar 21, 2023
(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 10 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

1 reviews

5★

4★

100%

3★

2★

1★

Unit 2 Pros: The landlord is very responsive about getting things fixed and otherwise mostly hands off. Location is great. Cons: It looks so poorly maintained in common areas. Quality of the apartment is very much base…

positiveJan 2023

Anonymous

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What tenants actually say.

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The landlord.

DEUTSCH, ISRAEL S

Portfolio of 3 buildingsHead officer: ISRAEL DEUTSCHMail: 441 WYTHE AVE, Brooklyn, NY, 11249

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

1899Building constructed3 units · 3 floors
nowDEUTSCH, ISRAEL SOwner 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.

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

981 BEDFORD AVENUE · Brooklyn · 40.691° N, -73.955° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby9 min

4 schools nearby20 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

FRANKLIN AV/MADISON STB48
0.5 mi9 min
PUTNAM AV/BEDFORD AVB26
0.5 mi10 min
PUTNAM AV/FRANKLIN AVB26
0.5 mi10 min
PUTNAM AV/BEDFORD AVB26
0.5 mi10 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Public School 9 The Sarah Smith Garnet SchoolElementary
1.0 mi20 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 mi10 min

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Talmud Torah D'nitraElementary
0.1 mi1 min
Bnos ChayilElementary
0.2 mi3 min
Hamaspik School (the)Elementary
0.2 mi4 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.

4,109buildings tracked4.4avg LucidIQ$3,737median 1BR

50,319population$75kmedian income71%renters

CulturalArtsyWalkableDiverseHistoric

Explore Fort Greene

Neighborhood overview

Fort Greene→

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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.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

Year built1899

Floors3

Total units3

ClassC0

BBL3017780005

189019001910192019301940195019601970198019902000201020202030

1899

Building constructed

3 units · 3 floors · class C0

now

Current owner: DEUTSCH, ISRAEL S

Portfolio includes 3 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

HPDLOWMay 1, 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
311MEDIUMJan 21, 2026
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
HPDLOWJun 6, 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
311MEDIUMJul 16, 2024
Noise - Street/Sidewalk — Loud Music/Party
HPDLOWApr 8, 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
311MEDIUMMar 1, 2024
Illegal Parking — Posted Parking Sign Violation
311MEDIUMFeb 9, 2024
Noise - Residential — Loud Music/Party
HPDHIGHNov 17, 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
HPDLOWMar 21, 2023
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
311MEDIUMNov 29, 2022
HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY

07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 2-bedroom at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 3-bedroom at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 4-bedroom at 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 ranges from $3,222 to $4,359 per month, with a median of $3,790.
How does rent at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
The registered owner of 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 is DEUTSCH, ISRAEL S. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 a good landlord?
981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, owned by DEUTSCH, ISRAEL S, has an overall grade of B (3.0/5) on Lucid Rents. The building has 10 recorded violations. Tenants have left 1 review. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
Yes, 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 10 housing violations and 13 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
There are 7 schools near 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205, including 1 public school, 3 charter schools, 3 private schools. Nearby schools include Public School 9 The Sarah Smith Garnet School (20 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School-Annex (6 min walk), Community Partnership Charter School (6 min walk), Brooklyn Charter School (10 min walk), Talmud Torah D'nitra (1 min walk), and more.
What public transit is near 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: FRANKLIN AV/MADISON ST (B48), 0.47 mi away.
Is 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 11205 zip code where 981 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 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 built and how many units does it have?
981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 was built in 1899, has 3 floors, contains 3 total units.
What do tenants say about living at 981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205?
981 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 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.

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