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SOLD FOR $2,400,000

· Closed April 8, 2025

228 Jefferson Avenue
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Closed For Sale Duplex

$2,400,000

$545 per sq ft

228 Jefferson Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS11020073

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

6

Bedrooms

4

Baths

4,400

Sq. Ft.

1899

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 4
Living Area 4,400 sq ft
Year Built 1899
Ownership None
Property Taxes $5,556/yr
Neighborhood Bedford-Stuyvesant
Floor 1 of 3

Property Highlights

  • Fireplace: 1 fireplace
  • Character: Pre-war building (1899)

Property Details

Type Duplex
Ownership None
Total Rooms 12
Baths 4 Full
Floor 1 of 3
Pets Yes
Year Built 1899
Living Area 4,400 sq ft
Structure Type Duplex,Townhouse
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 01833-0022
Block/Lot 01833/22

Description

Located in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant, 228 Jefferson Avenue is a charming legal 2-family home offering 4,400 sqft of expansive living space. Boasting original details such as hardwood floors, large archways, crown molding, and fireplaces, this 20’ wide property is a true Brooklyn classic. With the potential for rental income or multi-generational living, the home is a perfect canvas with endless potential, allowing you to enhance its historic character while adding modern updates. Situated in one of Brooklyn’s most coveted neighborhoods, you’re surrounded by vibrant local restaurants, coffee shops, nightlife, and more, making this a rare opportunity to own a piece of Bed-Stuy’s rich architectural heritage and thriving community.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Crown Molding See Remarks Flooring: Hardwood Fireplace (1)

Building Information

Total Units 2
Stories 3
Structure Duplex,Townhouse

Financial Details

RE Taxes $5,556/yr ($463/mo)
Original Price $2,500,000
Sale Price $2,400,000
Previous Price $2,500,000

Bedford/Stuyvesant is a traditional Brooklyn neighborhood characterized by its leafy streets and strong residential identity. The housing stock features a blend of traditional row houses and contemporary boutique developments, offering a balanced lifestyle within a storied community.

Bedford-Stuyvesant Live Market Data

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Active Listings

77

Median Asking Price

$1.30M

Median $/Sqft

$875

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

6

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

7

Median Sale Price

$1.75M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/23/26, 6:25 PM EST

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228 Jefferson Avenue, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Kings County

MLS® ID: RLS11020073
First Listed: 11/7/2024
On Market: 11/7/2024
Price Changed: 4/8/2025
Closed: 4/8/2025
Contract Date: 10/17/2024

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Marta Maletz

Listing Contact: (917) 599-8181

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