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Back to the listing1-bedroom apartment for rent in Fort Greene
338A Clermont Ave, Fort Greene, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11205
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- Year built
- 1899: Building details
About this home
Apartment for rent in Fort Greene, Brooklyn: 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms. Rent $4,100/mo. Built in 1899.
From the original listing · Realtor.comShowHide
Expansive 1-Bedroom Residence in Historic Fort Greene Welcome to 338 Clermont Avenue, an elegant and oversized 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath residence nestled within a distinguished freestanding brick building dating back to 1899. Set on a tree-lined street in the heart of Historic Fort Greene, this unique home seamlessly blends classic charm with generous proportions and modern convenience. Enter through a grand foyer that sets the tone for the expansive layout, leading into a spacious living area adorned with soaring ceilings with details. The large eat-in kitchen offers ample room for dining, while the layout provides exceptional flow and functionality. Additional highlights include an in-unit half bath for guess and a new full bath, and access to a shared laundry area and private storage space in the basement. This rare offering is situated in one of Brooklyn's most coveted neighborhoods, surrounded by landmarked townhomes, cultural institutions, Fort Greene Park, and a vibrant mix of cafes, boutiques, and transportation options. Fees: A credit and background check fee of $17 per applicant is required at the time of application. Upon lease signing, the first month's rent and a security deposit equal to one month's rent will be due. Utilities: Heat and hot water are included in the rent. All other utilities are the responsibility of the tenant.
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Roofy listing score
Grade C, 63/100 · Fairly complete
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Details12/20
- Full points: Price stated3/3
- Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
- Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
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- No points: No move-in date0/2
- No points: No lease length0/1
- No points: No pet policy0/1
- Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
- Full points: Heat or utilities mentioned1/1
- No points: No amenities listed0/2
- Full points: Description of 222 words3/3
True cost7/15
- No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
- Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
Accuracy9/15
- Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
- Problem: Differs from city records (built 1911, 2 homes)2/5
- 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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Fees and terms
First month $4,100, a one-month deposit $4,100 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.
Compared with the area
Asks $4,100/mo, 10% below the median asking rent for 1-bedroom rentals in Fort Greene.
- Median here
- $4,575/mo
- 42 listings, last 90 days
- Typical range
- $4,025–$5,191
- The middle half of listings
Priced in line with similar homes here.
7.1% 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 Fort GreeneLocation
- NeighborhoodFort GreeneHousing records and complaints
- BoroughBrooklynHousing records
- ZIP codeZIP 11205Buildings and sales
- ListingsHomes for rent in 1120577 homes for rent
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- CityNew YorkHomes for rent
Nearby transit
- Clinton-Washington AvsG4 min walk
- Lafayette AvC6 min walk
- Fulton StG7 min walk
Nearby public schools · District 13
- M.S. 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Centermiddle, grades 6-8130 m
- Compass Charter Schoolelementary, grades K-5160 m
- Brooklyn Technical High Schoolhigh, grades 9-12590 m
Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.
The building
2 units · 4 floors · built 1911
Building record for 189 Lafayette Avenue
NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)189 Lafayette Avenue · BBL 3-02104-0056 · built 1911 · 2 units
- 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)
- No sales in our 12-month file
The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 189 Lafayette Avenue. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.
No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.
See the full building recordPublic 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.

























