Estate Sale with lots of potential! Welcome to 157 Remsen Avenue, a charming brick home is nestled in the heart of East Flatbush, Brooklyn. This spacious home features an inviting first floor with an expansive living room, a formal dining area, a convenient half bathroom, and a generously sized eat-in kitchen—perfect for everyday living and entertaining.
The finished basement provides additional living space, complete with a bathroom and a versatile recreational area ideal for a home office, gym, or family room. On the 3rd, you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom along with an extra large room on the third floor, creating a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.
With approximately a total of 1,782 square feet, this home is conveniently located near a variety of local amenities including restaurants, shops, schools, and places of worship. Commuting is easy with access to public transportation- short walk to 2, 3, 4,5 subway stop and the B17 bus. Annual property taxes are $5,481.
A great opportunity to update this charming home and enjoy the comfort and convenience of Brooklyn living.
In contract
$888,000
157 Remsen Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11212
3beds
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Multi Family
Built in 1935
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$846,000 Zestimate®
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$-- HOA
What's special
Charming brick homeAdditional living spaceFinished basementComfortable bedroomsVersatile recreational areaSpacious homeFormal dining area
- 400 days |
- 28 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mitra Hakimi Realty Group, LLC 718-268-5588,
Etan Hakimi
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1772153
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 046090066
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Brownsville
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $729,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,484
- Date on market: 5/19/2025
Estimated market value
$846,000
$770,000 - $922,000
$3,408/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2025 | Contingent | $888,000 |
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| 9/8/2025 | Pending sale | $888,000 |
Source:  OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #862215 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $888,000 |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #862215 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,740 +4.7% | $43,740 +0.1% |
| 2024 | $5,481 | $43,680 +13.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $38,400 -0.3% |
| 2022 | -- | $38,520 +25.6% |
| 2021 | -- | $30,660 -15.8% |
| 2020 | $4,807 +6.4% | $36,420 -0.8% |
| 2019 | $4,517 +0.6% | $36,720 +71.1% |
| 2018 | $4,488 +2.6% | $21,456 |
| 2017 | $4,374 +13.3% | $21,456 +0.8% |
| 2016 | $3,861 | $21,294 +6% |
| 2015 | $3,861 +65.8% | $20,089 +6% |
| 2014 | $2,328 | $18,952 +6% |
| 2013 | -- | $17,880 -4.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $18,660 -4.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $19,486 +6% |
| 2010 | -- | $18,385 |
| 2009 | -- | $18,385 +3.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $17,706 +6% |
| 2007 | -- | $16,704 +2.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $16,239 +6% |
| 2005 | -- | $15,321 |
| 2004 | -- | $15,321 +3.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $14,755 +6% |
| 2002 | -- | $13,920 +2.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $13,533 +6% |
| 2000 | -- | $12,768 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Brownsville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Ps 219 Kennedy KingGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Middle School of Media Law and Fine Arts (The)Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- NAEast Brooklyn Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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