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1-bedroom apartment for rent in East Flatbush-Rugby

514 E 53rd St, East Flatbush-Rugby, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11203

$2,500/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Size
800 ft² (74.3 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for rent in East Flatbush-Rugby, Brooklyn: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 ft². Rent $2,500/mo. Built in 2004.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Charming 1 Bedroom Apartment for Rent in East Flatbush, Brooklyn! Welcome to this inviting 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment located in the heart of East Flatbush. This apartment offers a comfortable layout with a spacious bedroom, a bright living area, and a functional kitchen. Conveniently located near public transportation, local shops, restaurants, parks, and everyday essentials, this rental is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the convenience of Brooklyn living. Don't miss this opportunity to make this apartment your new home!

Description from Realtor.com, shown as published there. See the original listing

Roofy listing score

Grade C, 66/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 14 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details14/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • No points: No move-in date0/2
    • No points: No lease length0/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 82 words3/3
  • True cost5/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Some points: Priced 36% below similar homes in the borough5/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 2004, 2 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • 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$5,020

First month $2,500, a one-month deposit $2,500 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $2,500/mo, 36% below the median asking rent for 1-bedroom rentals in Brooklyn.

Median here
$3,918/mo
1,014 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$3,188–$4,750
The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo
$3.13 vs $5.80
This home vs the median, 46% lower
Days on the market
0 days
Median, until taken off the market

Priced below most similar homes here.

1.6% of these listings have cut their price.

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 Brooklyn

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Beverly Rd2 529 min walk
  • Saratoga Av2 3 429 min walk
  • Church Av2 530 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 18

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

The building

2 units · 3 floors · built 2004

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

514 East 53 Street · BBL 3-04737-0027 · built 2004 · 2 units

Roofy building score 96/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Two-family home
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
$920,000 on Sep 18, 2026

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

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.