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$949,999
259 E 28th St Apt 3
Brooklyn, NY, 11226
View more Brooklyn, NY property pages9Beds
3Baths
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Listing Notes
Discover an exciting opportunity in the vibrant neighborhood of Flatbush with this three-family property. Pass-by only, this home is ready for a transformation and has great potential. Built in 1901, the property features three stories and offers 4, 160 sq. ft. of living space, perfect for those looking to invest or create a personalized living space. While the property requires some work, it offers a fantastic opportunity to customize and renovate. With three residential units, there's ample room for rental income or a spacious family home. Located in a bustling area of Flatbush, this property is close to the Church Avenue subway station, providing easy access to the 2 and 5 lines for convenient city commuting. The neighborhood is rich with cultural diversity, local shops, and dining options, making it an attractive area for residents and investors alike. Don't miss the chance to invest in this promising property with great potential in one of Brooklyn's most dynamic neighborhoods!
Market Insights
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Nearby median$896/sqft
Nearby properties12
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- Square footage is missing, so valuation should lean more heavily on comps and condition.
Estimated Monthly Payment
Per month, all-in$6,244/mo
Assumes 20% down, 7.00% APR over 30 years. Tax and insurance are national-average estimates — your lender quote will differ.
- Principal & interest$5,056
- Property tax (est.)$871
- Home insurance (est.)$317
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Listing Details
- Days on market
- 372 days
- Last price change
- No change recorded
- Listed
- May 5, 2025
- Photos
- 8 photos
- Property type
- townhomes
- Status
- for sale
- Last sold
- Apr 14, 2026 · $880,000
Features & Amenities
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Building Facts
- Year built
- 1901
- Stories
- 3
- Total units
- 3
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 4,160 sqft
- Lot size
- 2,000 sqft
- Land use
- Multi-family walk-up buildings
- Building class
- C0
From NYC public records where available.
Price History
May 4, 2026Initial record
$949,999for sale
Public Records
DOB violations0 open
1 total recorded against the building
HPD violations85 open
20 class C (immediately hazardous)
ACRIS documents38
Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file
311 calls (12 mo)59,962
Top: heat/hot water
Top complaint types in ZIP 11226
- HEAT/HOT WATER11,419
- Noise - Residential6,228
- Illegal Parking5,811
- UNSANITARY CONDITION4,038
- Noise - Street/Sidewalk3,184
Recent DOB
- Apr 5, 2017V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONE
Recent HPD
- May 4, 2026Class A · (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPD S WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BE...
- Nov 20, 2025Class I · §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITE...
- Jun 9, 2025Class A · (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPD S WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BE...
- Jan 12, 2025Class A · § 27-2005 HMC: POST, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE COMMISSIONER, AND MAINTAIN A NOTICE IN A COMMON AREA OF THE BUILDING REGARDING THE PROCEDURES THAT SHOULD BE FOLLOWED WHEN A GAS L...
Recent Transfers (ACRIS)
- Apr 14, 2026DEED$880,000
- Jul 16, 2024DEED$600,000
Sourced from NYC Open Data (DOB, HPD, ACRIS). Updated as the city republishes — check the original source for live status.