$1,450,000
285 WINTHROP Street
Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn
MLS® #RLS20103290
Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
4
Bedrooms
3
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1905
Year Built
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Property Highlights
- Views: Other
- Climate Control: Window Units
- Character: Pre-war building (1905)
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Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jul 13, 2026 | $1,450,000 | - |
| Currently | Jul 13, 2026 | $1,450,000 | - |
Description
Bring Your Architect & Contractor - Endless Potential in Prime Prospect Lefferts Gardens Welcome to 285 Winthrop Street, a two-family townhouse offering an exceptional opportunity for an end user looking to create their dream home or an investor seeking value-add potential. Situated on a 19' x 106' lot, this property has already undergone significant preparation. The second and third floors have been fully gutted to the studs, providing a blank canvas for the next owner to design and finish to their own taste and specifications. 2 Decorative original fireplaces, a 3rd floor to make into an extra room/ en suite bathroom and a private roofdeck outdoor space. The first floor is move-in ready, featuring modern finishes, decorative fireplace, bay windows and direct access to a large private backyard, perfect for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing outdoors. The finished basement offers additional flexible space and benefits from both front and rear access, creating endless possibilities for recreation, storage, a home office, or extended living space (subject to applicable regulations). Conveniently located just moments from the vibrant shops, restaurants, and cafés along Nostrand Avenue, you'll also enjoy easy access to the 2 & 5 subway lines at Winthrop Street, with Prospect Park and the Parkside Avenue area just a short distance away. Whether you're looking to customize your forever home or invest in one of Brooklyn's thriving neighborhoods, 285 Winthrop Street presents an outstanding opportunity. Contact us today to schedule your private showing. This opportunity won't last long
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About Prospect Lefferts Gardens
View All Prospect Lefferts Gardens ListingsProspect Lefferts Gardens borders the eastern edge of Prospect Park and sits adjacent to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Brooklyn Museum, with the Lefferts Manor Historic District preserving blocks of limestone, brownstone, and brick rowhouses in Renaissance Revival, Neo-Federal, and Tudor Revival styles. The B, Q, and S trains stop at Prospect Park station, the Q serves Parkside Avenue, and the 2 and 5 trains connect at Sterling and Winthrop Streets. Housing ranges from intact 19th- and early 20th-century rowhouses to prewar apartment buildings along the main corridors.
Prospect Lefferts Gardens Live Market Data
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35
Median Asking Price
$999K
Median $/Sqft
$928
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
4
Price Reduced
43%
Sold (30 Days)
8
Median Sale Price
$935K
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 7/13/26, 7:56 PM EST
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Common questions about this property
The current listed annual property tax is $5,424, or roughly $452 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1905, making it approximately 121 years old.
This listing is None
Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.
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