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SOLD FOR $999,999

Listed at $980,000 · Sold 2.0% above asking · Closed August 5, 2022

979 Lenox Road
Closed For Sale Duplex

$980,000

$247 per sq ft

979 Lenox Road

Brownsville, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10919505

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

9

Bedrooms

2.5

Baths

3,973

Sq. Ft.

1920

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 9
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Living Area 3,973 sq ft
Year Built 1920
Ownership None
Property Taxes $5,592/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Brownsville
Floor 1 of 2

Property Highlights

  • Outdoor Space: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Parking: Private garage
  • Character: Pre-war building (1920)

Property Details

Type Duplex
Ownership None
Total Rooms 16
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Floor 1 of 2
Heating Natural Gas
Pets Yes
Year Built 1920
Living Area 3,973 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parking Features Garage
Structure Type Duplex,Townhouse
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Basement Full
Parcel # 04645-0043
Block/Lot 04645/43

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Dec 8, 2021 $860,000 -
Currently May 17, 2026 $980,000 +14.0%

Description

Sold with top floor tenant. Welcome to 979 Lenox Road — a solid-brick, spacious, legal two-family home with two-car-garage parking and a fully finished basement. At 20.6’ x 64.5’, this classic 1917 home offers nearly 4000 gross square feet of living space including the finished, recently renovated basement. In addition, the 25.5 x 100’ lot features a shared driveway and a two-car garage. The classic architecture includes a brick facade with arched doorways and a full-width front porch; the interior details feature original parquet oak floors, crown moldings, and charming arched passageways. Located on the border of East Flatbush in Brownsville. Each of the floor-through apartments has its own separate entrance and separate electrical meters. The top floor unit has four bedrooms, full bathroom, a designated dining room off the kitchen, a large living room and plenty of closet space. A back terrace provides private outdoor space. The middle apartment features two bedrooms plus a bonus room that can be used as a third bedroom or office, large living room, full bathroom, a designated dining room off the kitchen, and access to the backyard. 979 Lenox Road is conveniently located off of Remsen Avenue in a tree-lined neighborhood near the East Flatbush border. Shopping and restaurants are just around the corner on Remsen Avenue and nearby Clarkson Avenue, as well as public transportation options.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Crown Molding High Ceilings See Remarks Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Private Entrance Deck Patio Porch

Appliances

Gas Cooktop

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 2
Stories 2
Structure Duplex,Townhouse

Financial Details

RE Taxes $5,592/yr ($466/mo)
Original Price $860,000
Sale Price $999,999

Brownsville is an East Brooklyn neighborhood of large public housing complexes, low-rise row houses, and a growing number of new construction residential projects. The 3 and 4 trains run through the neighborhood along Eastern Parkway and New Lots Avenue, providing direct subway access to Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan. Betsy Head Park offers a public pool, track, and sports facilities.

Brownsville Live Market Data

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Active Listings

4

Median Asking Price

$955K

Median $/Sqft

$508

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

0

Price Reduced

0%

Sold (30 Days)

1

Median Sale Price

$680K

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Location

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979 Lenox Road, Brownsville, Kings County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $43,140
Land Value: $26,160
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 2,550 SF
Building Area: 3,960 SF
Built FAR: 1.55
Allowed FAR: 2.43

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $0 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $5,592, or roughly $466 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 9 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 3,973 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1920, making it approximately 106 years old.

This listing is None

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

At the current list price of $980,000 for 3,973 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $247. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10919505
First Listed: 11/8/2023
On Market: 12/8/2021
Closed: 8/5/2022
Contract Date: 11/15/2021

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Perri DeFino

Listing Contact: (646) 629-4639

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