Exceptional Contemporary Residence in the Heart of Midwood 1172 East 12th Street, Brooklyn, NY A rare opportunity to own an extraordinary custom-built residence in the heart of Midwood, offering the perfect blend of luxury, sophistication, and exceptional craftsmanship. Situated on a 30 x 100 lot with a 20 x 56 building footprint, R5 zoning, and a private driveway accommodating 3 cars, this remarkable home offers generous space, comfort, and versatility. Featuring 8 spacious bedrooms, 6 beautifully appointed bathrooms, and impressive 9-foot ceilings, this residence showcases expansive, sun-filled interiors, exquisite wood and stone finishes, architectural lighting, and integrated smart-home technology. A private library adjoining the living room provides an elegant and inviting retreat. Designed with both luxury and functionality in mind, the home features radiant heated floors, insulated walls and ceilings, individually zoned HVAC, and concealed sound systems on the main floor and in the basement. Beautifully designed kitchens and bathrooms reflect meticulous attention to detail throughout. Additional highlights include a private porch off the primary bedroom, a secluded garden, an outdoor deck, and a snow-melt system beneath the sidewalk and driveway. The fully finished basement offers a private gym, a fully equipped kosher kitchen, and abundant custom built-in storage. The crowning jewel is a spectacular 1,268-square-foot rooftop deck with breathtaking, unobstructed panoramic views of Manhattan and Brooklyn, creating an extraordinary setting for entertaining or relaxing. A truly exceptional property offering grand proportions, refined finishes, modern conveniences, and outstanding versatility in one of Brooklyn’s most sought-after neighborhoods. A rare opportunity not to be missed!
For sale
$4,200,000
1172 E 12th St, Brooklyn, NY 11230
8beds
3,590sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
3,000 Square Feet Lot
$4,086,200 Zestimate®
$1,170/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully finished basementOutdoor deckSecluded gardenArchitectural lightingIntegrated smart-home technologyAbundant custom built-in storageFully equipped kosher kitchen
- 13 days
- 772
- 30
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Double Door Realty Inc 917-589-1991,
Cheryl Samouha 917-589-1991
Source: BNYMLS,MLS#: 505476
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Ductless/Split
Cooling
- Central Air - Split
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,590
- Total interior livable area: 3,590 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Private Drive, 3 Spaces
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 3,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30x100
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Foundation area: 1120
- Parcel number: 067220035
- Zoning: R5
- Special conditions: Arm's Length
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 V, 220 Volts
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Brooklyn
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,863,000
- Annual tax amount: $17,953
- Date on market: 10/22/2026
Estimated market value
$4,086,200
$3.88M - $4.29M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000+41999900%$1,170/sqft |
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| 6/22/2023 | Sold | $10-100% |
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| 12/5/2022 | Sold | $2,300,000+253.8%$641/sqft |
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| 1/29/2015 | Sold | $650,000$181/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,254 +2.1% | $111,780 +4.6% |
| 2024 | $16,905 | $106,860 +23.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $86,220 +2.9% |
| 2022 | -- | $83,820 +7.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $77,940 +5.1% |
| 2020 | $10,358 +5% | $74,160 |
| 2019 | $9,867 +6.9% | $74,160 +68.1% |
| 2018 | $9,231 +2.6% | $44,125 |
| 2017 | $8,995 +6.4% | $44,125 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $8,452 | $43,226 +6% |
| 2015 | $8,452 +68.4% | $40,780 +5% |
| 2014 | $5,021 | $38,845 +5.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $36,771 |
| 2012 | -- | $36,771 +2.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $36,022 +6% |
| 2010 | -- | $33,984 +5% |
| 2009 | -- | $32,371 +5.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $30,643 |
| 2007 | -- | $30,643 +2.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $30,019 +11.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $26,976 +5.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $25,536 |
| 2002 | -- | $25,536 +2.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $25,016 +6% |
| 2000 | -- | $23,600 |
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