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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Separate dining area
- Ceiling fans
- Private backyard
- Gas range
- Abundant storage
Location
221 Howard Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11233, USA|Bedford-Stuyvesant
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
More space- Extra Storage
- Fireplace
Great for
Eco living
Amenities for 221 Howard Ave, Bedford-Stuyvesant
Apartment Amenities
| Ceiling Fan | Fireplace |
| Hardwood Floor |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
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About 221 Howard Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 24% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Bedford-Stuyvesant.
Property Status: Active Spacious three-bedroom, two bathroom duplex offering approximately 1,011 square feet of interior space plus an exceptionally deep private backyard. The main level features a comfortable living room with exposed brick and a decorative fireplace, a separate dining area, one bedroom, and a full bathroom. The kitchen includes full-size appliances, a gas range, microwave, ample cabinetry, and another exposed-brick accent wall. The lower level provides two additional flexible rooms, a second full bathroom, and plenty of space for bedrooms, a home office, recreation room, or additional living area. Hardwood floors, ceiling fans, original architectural details, and abundant storage add to the apartment's character and functionality. Outside, enjoy a private fenced yard measuring approximately 48 feet long an outstanding feature for relaxing, entertaining, or creating your own outdoor retreat. Conveniently located in Brooklyn near neighborhood shopping, dining, services, and public transportation. Office Phone: (917) 589-4007 Copyright © 2026 NextHome, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 221 Howard Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 1100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Extra Storage
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features available
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.2 mile away
- Pet restrictions
- Pets aren't allowed at this location.
Address details
| Neighborhood | Bedford-Stuyvesant |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 11233 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Bedford-Stuyvesant
3-bedroom apartments at 221 Howard Ave cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in New York.
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Bedford-Stuyvesant
New York
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $5,748 |
| September 2024 | $5,810 |
| October 2024 | $6,036 |
| November 2024 | $5,750 |
| December 2024 | $5,355 |
| January 2025 | $5,698 |
| February 2025 | $5,545 |
| March 2025 | $5,779 |
| April 2025 | $6,141 |
| May 2025 | $5,596 |
| June 2025 | $5,821 |
| July 2025 | $5,664 |
| August 2025 | $6,092 |
| September 2025 | $6,235 |
| October 2025 | $5,984 |
| November 2025 | $5,805 |
| December 2025 | $5,737 |
| January 2026 | $5,610 |
| February 2026 | $5,605 |
| March 2026 | $5,758 |
| April 2026 | $5,907 |
| May 2026 | $5,920 |
| June 2026 | $6,075 |
| July 2026 | $5,930 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,974 |
| September 2024 | $3,979 |
| October 2024 | $3,961 |
| November 2024 | $3,894 |
| December 2024 | $3,843 |
| January 2025 | $3,612 |
| February 2025 | $3,500 |
| March 2025 | $3,570 |
| April 2025 | $3,692 |
| May 2025 | $3,763 |
| June 2025 | $4,187 |
| July 2025 | $4,240 |
| August 2025 | $4,365 |
| September 2025 | $4,347 |
| October 2025 | $4,034 |
| November 2025 | $3,919 |
| December 2025 | $3,998 |
| January 2026 | $3,935 |
| February 2026 | $3,757 |
| March 2026 | $3,947 |
| April 2026 | $3,899 |
| May 2026 | $3,900 |
| June 2026 | $4,000 |
| July 2026 | $4,085 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years ago | $2,550 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $2,350 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $2,060 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $2,300 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,200 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,200 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,200 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,200 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 221 Howard Ave
P.S. 40 - George W. Carver
265 ralph ave
brooklyn, NY, 11233
PK, K-5Public
B
P.S./I.S. 137 - Rachael Jean Mitchell
121 saratoga ave
brooklyn, NY, 11233
PK, K-5Public
C+
P.S. 178 - Saint Clair McKelway
2163 dean st
brooklyn, NY, 11233
PK, K-8Public
C-
Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School
251 macdougal st
brooklyn, NY, 11233
PK, K-5Public
B+
Community Parents Head Start
90 chauncey st
brooklyn, NY, 11233
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Bedford-Stuyvesant | New York, NY
Getting around Brooklyn near 221 Howard Ave
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
2/10
Driving may be a chore with traffic and minimal parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 221 Howard Ave, Brooklyn
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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