SOLD FOR $999,999
Listed at $980,000 · Sold 2.0% above asking · Closed August 5, 2022
979 Lenox Road
MLS® #RLS10919505
Listing by Compass
9
Bedrooms
2.5
Baths
3,973
Sq. Ft.
1920
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Outdoor Space: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Parking: Private garage
- Character: Pre-war building (1920)
Property Details
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.
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About Brownsville
View All Brownsville ListingsBrownsville 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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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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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.
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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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