Built in 1901, during a period when Brooklyn's finest brownstones were being designed with greater scale, natural light, and more livable floor plans, 243 Kane Street is a 24-foot-wide residence on one of Cobble Hill's most iconic blocks. Constructed at the turn of the century, the home reflects an era when craftsmanship, proportion, and permanence were central to residential design. Five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, five decorative fireplaces, and soaring 11-foot ceilings on both the parlor and primary suite floors create a sense of volume seldom encountered within the borough's historic housing stock. Renovated and updated over time, the residence is prepared for immediate enjoyment while inviting fresh energy and perspective to complement its storied interiors. The appeal of 243 Kane Street extends beyond dimensions and layout. It occupies a meaningful place within Cobble Hill, a neighborhood valued as much for its character and continuity as for its architecture. Few areas of New York have balanced preservation and evolution with such success. More than a landmark brownstone, this home offers the chance to preserve its history while shaping its future.
Active
$8,500,000
243 Kane St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
5beds
4,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
-- sqft lot
$8,253,400 Zestimate®
$1,889/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Three-and-a-half bathsFive decorative fireplacesFive bedrooms
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- 412 |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Corcoran 917-597-3885,
Constance Houghton
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1836626
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,500
- Total interior livable area: 4,500 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Garden, Skyline
Details
- Parcel number: 003120043
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1901
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cobble Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Laundry
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,889/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $7,554,000
- Annual tax amount: $16,440
- Date on market: 7/6/2026
Estimated market value
$8,253,400
$7.84M - $8.67M
$8,459/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $8,500,000+115.2%$1,889/sqft |
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| 5/24/2019 | Listing removed | $20,000$4/sqft |
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| 4/5/2019 | Listed for rent | $20,000$4/sqft |
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| 11/7/2017 | Listing removed | $20,000$4/sqft |
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| 7/27/2017 | Listed for rent | $20,000+33.3%$4/sqft |
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| 11/30/2016 | Sold | $3,950,000+23.4%$878/sqft |
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| 8/21/2014 | Listing removed | $15,000$3/sqft |
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| 6/24/2014 | Listed for rent | $15,000$3/sqft |
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| 1/28/2010 | Sold | $3,200,000+77.6%$711/sqft |
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| 6/12/2007 | Sold | $1,802,000$400/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,515 -0.9% | $453,240 -8% |
| 2024 | $15,653 | $492,840 +0.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $488,280 +22.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $399,660 +9.7% |
| 2021 | -- | $364,440 -13.4% |
| 2020 | $13,792 +0.3% | $420,660 +25.8% |
| 2019 | $13,747 +5.2% | $334,440 +435.6% |
| 2018 | $13,062 +6.9% | $62,440 +4.2% |
| 2017 | $12,217 +6.2% | $59,930 +4.1% |
| 2016 | $11,506 | $57,554 +6% |
| 2015 | $11,506 +68.7% | $54,297 +0.3% |
| 2014 | $6,819 | $54,123 +4% |
| 2013 | -- | $52,034 +4.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $49,942 +1.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $49,147 +33.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $36,722 +0.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $36,577 +5% |
| 2008 | -- | $34,836 +5.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $33,093 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $32,430 +6% |
| 2005 | -- | $30,602 +0.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $30,481 +5% |
| 2003 | -- | $29,030 +5.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $27,578 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $27,025 +6% |
| 2000 | -- | $25,502 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cobble Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Ps 29 John M HarriganGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10School For International StudiesGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Digital Arts and Cinema Technology High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
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