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3-bedroom apartment for rent in Fort Greene

254 Vanderbilt Ave Unit 3L, Fort Greene, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11205

$6,850/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Bedrooms
3: 3+ bedroom homes for rent in ZIP 11205
Bathrooms
1: Homes with 1+ bathroom for rent in ZIP 11205
Size
1,150 ft² (107 m²)
Type
Apartment: Apartments for rent in ZIP 11205
Available
Now
Year built
1930: Building details

About this home

Apartment for rent in Fort Greene, Brooklyn: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1,150 ft². Rent $6,850/mo. Built in 1930.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Rarely Available Clinton Hill Three-Bedroom A rarely available, oversized three-bedroom residence in the heart of sought-after Clinton Hill. Set within a beautiful pre-war building, this exceptionally spacious home has been meticulously restored and renovated, seamlessly blending original architectural character with modern comforts. Apartment Highlights - Expansive, sun-drenched living room with three windows and french doors - Beautiful original fireplaces, chandeliers, and intricate hardwood flooring - Three generously sized, quiet bedrooms with great closets - Renovated kitchen with Caesarstone countertops and dishwasher - Brand-new built-in washer and dryer - Abundant closet space throughout - Pets welcome, sorry no dogs - Guarantors accepted The Neighborhood Located in one of Brooklyn's most desirable enclaves, surrounded by tree-lined streets, historic brownstones, and some of the city's best dining and lifestyle destinations. Just blocks from Fort Greene Park and neighborhood favorites including Rhodora, Olea, Walter's, Miss Ada, Sailor, and Fort Pilates. Excellent transportation with the Clinton-Washington Avenues G train nearby and the A/C trains a short walk away. Showings by open house and private appointment.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 66/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 8 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
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 175 words3/3
  • True cost5/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Some points: Priced 71% above 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 1930, 8 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$13,720

First month $6,850, a one-month deposit $6,850 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Work out your move-in costWho pays the broker fee? (FARE Act)

Compared with the area

Asks $6,850/mo, 71% above the median asking rent for 3-bedroom rentals in Brooklyn.

Median here
$4,000/mo
396 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$3,500–$6,000
The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo
$5.96 vs $3.19
This home vs the median, 87% higher

Priced above most similar homes here.

0.5% 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

  • Clinton-Washington AvsG5 min walk
  • Lafayette AvC9 min walk
  • Fulton StG9 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 13

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

The building

8 units · 4 floors · built 1930

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

254 Vanderbilt Avenue · BBL 3-02092-0060 · built 1930 · 8 units

Roofy building score 83/100 · Mostly fineAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Walk-up apartment building
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
Had 3 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

Rent stabilization recordCheck if a unit is rent stabilized

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.

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