261 Lenox Rd #2A, Brooklyn, NY 11226
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  • 1 Bath

261 Lenox Rd #2A, Brooklyn, NY 11226

Flatbush

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
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About this House

This apartment is spacious, gorgeous and located in Prospect Lefferts Gardens close to Prospect Park and SUNY Downstate.Kitchen has lots of cabinet space and room for a table. Hardwood floors throughout the apartment with lots of natural light to boot. The building is pre-war has a laundry room, onsite super, and elevator. The train is just a short walk away (Q/2/5 train). Plenty of local shops, markets, restaurants and bars. Rent includes heat and hot water.
261 Lenox Rd #2A, Brooklyn, NY 11226 is a studio, 1 bathroom apartment in Flatbush. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $1,825 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 13, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,775/month.

Home Details for 261 Lenox Rd #2A

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
ElevatorFloors: Hardwood

Comparable Sales for 261 Lenox Rd #2A

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
94 Hawthorne St, Brooklyn, NY
0.38
Apartment
$1,355,000
11/25/25
3
1
2,220 sqft
33 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY
0.40
Apartment
$1,200,000
03/24/26
2
1
2,040 sqft
979 Brooklyn Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.51
Apartment
$650,000
11/17/25
3
1
3,800 sqft
151 Hawthorne St, Brooklyn, NY
0.32
Apartment
$3,800,000
10/06/25
3
2
-
83 Lefferts Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.66
Apartment
$1,900,000
10/06/25
1
1
1,654 sqft
278 Lefferts Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.52
Apartment
$1,700,000
10/27/25
2
2.5
1,504 sqft
481 Rogers Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.43
Apartment
$1,500,000
02/11/26
4
4.5
3,558 sqft
258 Lincoln Rd, Brooklyn, NY
0.49
Apartment
$970,750
05/27/26
3
3.5
2,580 sqft
1060 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
0.91
Apartment
$10
03/27/26
3
1
4,272 sqft
252 E 19th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.94
Apartment
$975,000
09/22/25
2
1
3,005 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in Flatbush

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,775/mo
Average rent
$3.1K
$139MoM
Available listings
243
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Neighborhood Overview

Flatbush
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What Locals Say about Flatbush

At least 947 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 85 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 55 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 43 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say it's quiet

  • 32 % Say car is needed

  • 27 % Say there's wildlife

  • 17 % Say parking is easy

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  • S9yzsgky7v
    "It’s evolving every day and continuing to grow. People are friendly. There is new local businesses; restaurants, shops, etc."
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  • Barrya044
    "Receiving free groceries to help support struggling family’s and after school programs to keep our children safe and off the street "
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  • S9yzsgky7v
    "I see a lot of kids in the area. I don’t have any myself, so I’m not sure what kinds of resources are available for them."
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  • Liah B
    "NY can be a tough but great city to raise kids. It’s both an eye-opening and wild experience to take part in."
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  • Vianchy Rosario-Stevens
    "Very diverse area. Shopping stores, and supermarkets are on every corner. Very good schools as well."
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  • Gwendolyn Williams
    "This is a great neighborhood for families with children, it’s safe and has great parks, schools, and churches. I lived in Flatbush for most of my life, I am still in love with Flatbush, I am three generations there. My Mother who is 89 still lives in Flatbush and this is another reason why I want to move back there. Flatbush has many stores, and is close to many hospitals"
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  • Pailinesquire111
    "We need to put more community centers for children because children can go there for more activities and learning how to get along better with other people."
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  • Jesus King
    "It’s a good neighborhood with a nice park. Very walkable neighborhood with great access to public transportation."
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  • Qhzc9vnpr7
    "Different options available to commute fast and quick: busses running all day, subway stations within blocks away and 5-10min walking distance, Uber access here easy and also there are private taxis available in the Main Street Church Ave. "
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  • Vcxxjsjdzd
    "I have good kids they go to school sometimes they work they almost done with high school one of them is going to trade "
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  • Paul Ford
    "It's pet friendly. Nice walking space to talk our pets for walk and theirs many restaurants to choose from. "
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  • Patrick Buzzell
    "Not much green space, no dog parks close by. Most dogs in the neighborhood seem friendly and always on a lease."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s okay but not good. Things are either slow or packed or both. The place is unkempt but things are generally alright."
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  • Trulia User
    "The energy from the people around all different nationality is a plus for me and the many stores that convinced for me and my children to utilize and different eatery's also amazing 🤩😍"
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  • Trulia User
    "The people who live in the surroundings are very friendly. The transport locations are very good and it’s safe."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has a lot of different ways to travel. Lots of culture and your neighbors are reliable. Love this neighborhood and hope to stay and not be pushed out. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A good neighbor hood, and very well kept sidewalks. Park is foots away and very respectful neighbors, I like the whole Community. "
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  • Trulia User
    " nice community people from different parts of life a classic community & people clean community nice shopping area's & subway, Bus take to church "
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  • Trulia User
    "Very diverse with the different cultures. Easy to travel with the bus stops and train stations at most corners. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The 2/5 train isn’t too crowded since we are close to the last stop. Runs very frequently and connects to most trains."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is very nice and safe.The police is near by the post office is too and the market is too . I like the neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "You always see people walking their dogs and prospect park is near by. Just be aware of lots of traffic (cars and people) "
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  • Trulia User
    "i want to live these area, i like these area very much. these area very quiet and very comfortable for me"
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice place to be and raise children. It’s the city tho! So you have to be aware of your surroundings. But overall community feel"
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s a train station or bus stop at every corner. Everything is in walking distance. You can commute with ease and have no issues getting transportation. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The diversity of the neighborhood. The neighborhood is mostly West Indian, but is very welcoming. I lived here my whole life, and I have always feel safe walking around the neighborhood. It’s great and you will meet new people whether they’re from the Caribbean or other parts of the world. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It it surely so convenient and I love the homeiness of the neighborhood. You really feel at home here."
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  • Trulia User
    "Prospect park is close by, the roller skating ring is there and when winter come they turn it into the ice skating ring, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens is also there and Prospect park zoo."
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  • Trulia User
    "Lot of public housing. Lawns and sidewalks kindof in disarray, dog poop everywhere. Somewhat inconvenient for MTA transport and food desert"
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  • Trulia User
    "soccer,tennis,swimming,YMCA ,good schools,safe parks,trians and public transportation is available "
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  • Trulia User
    "Caribbean restaurants that offer great tasting food. Public transportation is in close proximity. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's hard to get to most places I need to go. we really need a train line that connects the Brooklyn train lines. it's awful going into Manhattan to get to another part of Brooklyn."
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood for thirty years and it's pretty safe and neighborly. it's getting pretty expensive to live here."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is something. If you are used to the noise from music from cars and stores. I live around the 2 and 3 train and I always take it to Manhattan to Atlantic Barclays center. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog friendly area but people don’t pick up after their dogs. Very noisy and busy area. Not ideal for nervous or reactive dogs. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Very active. Lots of restaurants, supermarkets, laundry, cleaners, pharmacies, subways, churches & every convenience you can think of. Friendly neighbors; they look out for each other. Parking is a bit rough at times. Safe to walk your dog. Pretty busy but tolerable neighborhood 🙏🏾"
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  • Trulia User
    "Nothing, cause people here don't clean up after there dogs. It is a consistent struggle in this area."
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  • Tanya T.
    "Every other neighbor owns a dog sometimes multiple. Dogs are able to walk leash free. Though picking up after dogs are not followed so much. Also we have many perks for dogs to run around in in the 1 mile radius there are at least 3 parks. "
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  • Emee.buena
    "I see a lot of dog owners walking their dogs on our street. No children are playing around but men tend to hang out on certain street, so I would say that dog owners might not like it."
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  • Rghindea7
    "Not a ton of grassy areas unless your building has a courtyard. However the sidewalks are wide and the neighborhood is close to Prospect Park! 10-15 min walk from Church and Nostrand. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 13, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,825
Aug 3, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,825

Frequently asked questions about 261 Lenox Rd #2A

  • Is Brooklyn a buyer's or seller's market?
    Brooklyn is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Brooklyn?
    The median sale price in Brooklyn is $818K. That is up $21.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Flatbush neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Flatbush neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Flatbush, Brooklyn.
  • What are the closest schools to 261 Lenox Rd #2A?
    The closest schools to 261 Lenox Rd #2A in Brooklyn, NY are Parkside Preparatory Academy (Middle, rated 7/10), Ps 397 Foster Laurie (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 6/10), Science Tech And Research High School At Erasmus (Middle, rated 7/10).

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