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1-bedroom apartment for rent in Clinton Hill

265 Saint James Pl Unit 2A, Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11238

$3,495/mo
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About this home

Apartment for rent in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $3,495/mo. Built in 1930.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Make this beautifully appointed 1 Bed/1 Bath residence your new home in the heart of Clinton Hill. Located at 265 Saint James Place, Unit 2 offers a thoughtfully proportioned layout featuring a spacious king-sized bedroom, a bright and inviting living area, and a separate kitchen appointed with custom cabinetry and modern appliances. The residence is further enhanced by private outdoor space-an increasingly coveted amenity in Brooklyn-providing the perfect setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or simply unwinding at home. Additional features include hardwood flooring throughout, high ceilings, excellent closet and storage space, and a full bathroom complete with a soaking tub, contemporary tiling, vanity, and updated lighting. Set along a picturesque, tree-lined block, 265 Saint James Place places you in the heart of one of Brooklyn's most architecturally distinctive neighborhoods. Clinton Hill is celebrated for its historic brownstones, elegant rowhouses, stately mansions, and beautifully preserved streetscapes, offering a rare blend of old Brooklyn character and modern neighborhood living. The location is exceptionally convenient, with the C train at Clinton-Washington Avenues just a short distance away and easy access to neighboring Fort Greene, Prospect Heights, Crown Heights, and Bedford-Stuyvesant. Enjoy weekends at Fort Greene Park, Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and Brooklyn Botanic Garden, along with the neighborhood's thriving cafe and restaurant scene. Nearby favorites include Theodora, Sailor, Entre Nous, Evelina, Otway, Sukh, Olea, and an abundance of additional dining, shopping, coffee shops, and neighborhood conveniences throughout Clinton Hill and Fort Greene. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy generous proportions, private outdoor space, and classic Brooklyn charm in one of the borough's most sought-after residential enclaves. Pets are permitted on a case-by-case basis. Heat and hot water included. Washer Dryer in building.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 61/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 14 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details13/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • No points: No move-in date0/2
    • No points: No lease length0/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • Full points: Heat or utilities mentioned1/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 293 words3/3
  • True cost5/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Some points: Priced 16% below similar homes in its neighborhood5/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1930, 4 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$7,010

First month $3,495, a one-month deposit $3,495 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Price history

High $3,495/moAsking price, as listed
Oct 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$3,495/mo
Oct 21, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$3,495/mo

From the listing sites’ own records and what Roofy has seen since. Newest first.

Compared with the area

Asks $3,495/mo, 16% below the median asking rent for 1-bedroom rentals in Clinton Hill.

Median here
$4,173/mo
23 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$3,980–$4,250
The middle half of listings

Priced below most similar homes here.

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Clinton Hill

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Clinton-Washington AvsC5 min walk
  • Franklin AvC S9 min walk
  • Clinton-Washington AvsG13 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 13

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

4 units · 3 floors · built 1930

Building record for 265 St James Place

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

265 St James Place · BBL 3-02018-0008 · built 1930 · 4 units

Roofy building score 3/100 · Serious issuesAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Walk-up apartment building
Open HPD violations
38 (A 17 · B 17 · C 4)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
$2,800,000 on Nov 24, 2025

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 265 St James Place. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

4 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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