Welcome to 172 81st Street, a spacious three-level semi-detached home with a finished basement, ideally situated on a beautiful tree-lined block in one of Bay Ridge’s most desirable locations. Offering four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and four levels of living space, this exceptional home combines comfort, character, and functionality with an abundance of natural light throughout.
The main level features a formal living room and dining room, perfect for entertaining, along with a generously sized granite kitchen complete with a center island, 5 burner Viking stove with hood range, and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. A cozy gas fireplace adds warmth and timeless character to the home.
Upstairs, you’ll find generously sized bedrooms that are sun drenched with a tremendous amount of natural light, along with a beautifully appointed bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and floor-to-ceiling tile. A convenient laundry chute connects the second floor directly to the separate laundry room in the finished basement, making everyday living effortless.
The finished basement offers valuable additional living and recreational space, ideal for a family room, home office, gym, playroom, or entertainment area, along with an additional bathroom.
Step outside to your own south facing sun filled backyard oasis, featuring a beautiful deck surrounded by mature trees that provide a peaceful sense of privacy. It’s the perfect setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing.
The property also offers a one-car detached garage plus additional parking in front, providing two-car parking in total—a highly desirable amenity in Bay Ridge.
Ideally located close to schools, shopping, restaurants, transportation, and all that the best of Bay Ridge has to offer, this home provides the perfect balance of neighborhood tranquility and everyday convenience.
172 81st Street is a rare opportunity to own a spacious, bright, and well-appointed home on a beautiful block in one of Bay Ridge’s most sought-after locations.
In contract
$1,850,000
172 81st St, Brooklyn, NY 11209
4beds
2,706sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
-- sqft lot
$1,778,900 Zestimate®
$684/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy gas fireplaceFinished basementOne-car detached garageGenerously sized bedroomsBeautiful tree-lined blockBeautifully appointed bathroomTwo bathrooms
- 51 days
- 929
- 31
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
John A Maguire Real Estate LLC 917-968-5114,
Mark Maguire
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1842913
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,706
- Total interior livable area: 2,706 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 059950027
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bay Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Laundry
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $684/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,790,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,286
- Date on market: 8/19/2026
Estimated market value
$1,778,900
$1.69M - $1.87M
$6,075/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Contingent | $1,850,000$684/sqft |
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| 9/25/2026 | Pending sale | $1,850,000$684/sqft |
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| 8/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,850,000$684/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,286 +0.2% | $107,400 +15.6% |
| 2024 | $12,262 | $92,880 -14.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $109,140 +4.8% |
| 2022 | -- | $104,160 +11.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $93,540 +14.2% |
| 2020 | $10,625 +1.5% | $81,900 |
| 2019 | $10,473 +4.3% | $81,900 +70.6% |
| 2018 | $10,044 +8.3% | $48,013 +5.5% |
| 2017 | $9,276 +14.5% | $45,504 +5.8% |
| 2016 | $8,104 | $42,996 |
| 2015 | $8,104 +63.5% | $42,996 +1.4% |
| 2014 | $4,958 | $42,398 +6% |
| 2013 | -- | $40,011 +5.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $37,920 +5.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $35,830 |
| 2010 | -- | $35,830 +1.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $35,332 +6% |
| 2008 | -- | $33,343 +5.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $31,600 +5.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $29,859 |
| 2005 | -- | $29,859 +1.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $29,444 +6% |
| 2003 | -- | $27,786 +5.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $26,334 +5.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $24,883 |
| 2000 | -- | $24,883 |
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