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87 Lefferts Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11225

$1,599,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,710 SqFt
$935/SqFt
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87 Lefferts Ave, Brooklyn$1,599,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Parking1 Space, Detached Garage, Shared Drive
Year Built1925
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
BasementYes
FireplaceStove
MLS #487221
StatusActive

About 87 Lefferts Ave

Discover timeless elegance in the heart of Brooklyn’s historic Prospect Lefferts Gardens. This beautifully maintained 100-year-old brick, single-family home offers a blend of classic charm and spacious modern living. Featuring four sizable bedrooms and two full bathrooms—one with a relaxing Jacuzzi—this home is designed for comfort. The expansive living room flows into a formal dining room, perfect for gatherings and entertaining. The eat-in kitchen includes a bonus room that offers endless possibilities—expand it into a large kitchen with a breakfast nook, or customize it to suit your lifestyle. A finished basement provides ample space for family activities or extra living quarters and includes convenient access to the side entrance. Outside, a shared driveway leads to a private, detached two-car garage and a cozy backyard, ideal for outdoor relaxation. Location, Location, Location! Situated just minutes from Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, the Brooklyn Museum, and a vibrant selection of dining and entertainment options, this home places you in the center of some of Brooklyn’s most beloved attractions. Commuting is easy, with multiple transportation options nearby and a short commute to Manhattan. Located in the historic Prospect Lefferts Gardens district, this home offers a rare combination of historic charm, space, and unbeatable access to Brooklyn’s finest. Don’t miss your chance to make this exceptional property your own—contact us today to schedule a viewing!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Duplex
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,710 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: BHHS Fillmore R.E.

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
  • Fireplace: Stove

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Terrace

Parking Information:

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: 1 Space, Detached Garage, Shared Drive

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,599,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $935/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,590
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Brooklyn, NY

City

Med. Sold Price

$984.4K

Med. Price/SqFt

$696

Avg. Days On Market

97

# of Sold Homes

436

87 Lefferts Ave vs Brooklyn

16 DAYS ON ROCKET

-81 Days

$1,599,000

+$614.5K More

$935/SqFt

+$238 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $614.5K more than the Median Sold Price and $238/SqFt more than other homes in Brooklyn, NY.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #487221

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: BHHS Fillmore R.E.

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$2,590$105,480
2019$2,590$105,480
2018$4,434$24,616
2017$4,333$23,223

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • P.S. 375 Jackie Robinson School

  • 46 McKeever Pl

  • 0.19 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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3
/10

  • P.S. 92 Adrian Hegeman School

  • 601 Parkside Ave

  • 0.46 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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7
/10

  • P.S. 241 Emma L. Johnston School

  • 976 President St

  • 0.48 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,382. Residents of Brooklyn, NY typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 87 Lefferts Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 87 Lefferts Ave property is $1,599,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 87 Lefferts Ave is a house located in Brooklyn, New York, 11225.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 87 Lefferts Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,590 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 87 Lefferts Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 87 Lefferts Ave is 1,710 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 87 Lefferts Ave is 1925.

Rocket Homes›New York›Kings County›Brooklyn›11225›87 Lefferts Ave

This home is located at 87 Lefferts Ave in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11225 in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens neighborhood. This 1,710 square foot home was built in 1925. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 05, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,599,000.

Over 50 listings were sold over their listed price in October 2024 in Brooklyn, NY. In the same period over 169 listings were sold below the listed price and 217 listings were sold for the listed price. Between September 2024 and October 2024, Brooklyn, NY real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 0.1%. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $984,431, while the average time on the real estate market was 97 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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