It's our pleasure to introduce this wonderful East Flatbush brick gem that has been in the same family for decades. An ideal one family home that features 3 large bedrooms, 2 baths , and spacious basement. This home blends classic Brooklyn character with everyday modern conveniences. The open-concept living space is ideal for entertaining and family functions. Private backyard, wide shared driveway and detached garage ideal for storage. Convenient to fantastic shopping: supermarkets, cafe's, award winning public and private schools , and various houses of worship. Easy access to major subway lines including nearby 2,3,5 and B trains) for a seamless commute to Manhattan and Brooklyn. Convenient to bus at Kings Highway and Snyder Avenue and Church Avenue and East 55th Street. This gem will not last and kindly call to schedule an appointment. This house is the perfect home for a 203K loan.
For sale
$819,000
252 E 56th St, Brooklyn, NY 11203
3beds
1,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
2,000 Square Feet Lot
$809,200 Zestimate®
$569/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick gemPrivate backyardOpen-concept living spaceSpacious basementWide shared driveway
- 21 days |
- 475 |
- 14 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bergen Basin Realty LLC 718-787-4110,
Lee S Wasserman (718) 787-4110,
Dominic Rio 929-541-0120,
Bergen Basin Realty LLC
Source: BNYMLS,MLS#: 502391
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard, Steam/Radiator
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,440
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Shared Drive, Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 2,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x100
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Foundation area: 675
- Parcel number: 047030033
- Zoning: R5
- Special conditions: Arm's Length
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat,Pitched
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Brooklyn
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $569/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $796,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,200
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 21 days
Estimated market value
$809,200
$769,000 - $850,000
$4,288/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $819,000+49.2%$569/sqft |
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| 5/5/2020 | Listing removed | $549,000$381/sqft |
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| 4/2/2020 | Pending sale | $549,000$381/sqft |
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| 4/2/2020 | Listed for sale | $549,000$381/sqft |
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| 12/31/2019 | Listing removed | $549,000$381/sqft |
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| 6/28/2018 | Pending sale | $549,000$381/sqft |
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| 1/17/2018 | Price change | $549,000-11.3%$381/sqft |
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| 7/13/2017 | Listed for sale | $619,000$430/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,270 +4.7% | $47,760 -0.4% |
| 2024 | $5,987 | $47,940 +13.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $42,120 -6.1% |
| 2022 | -- | $44,880 +11.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $40,380 +11.8% |
| 2020 | $2,128 +8% | $36,120 |
| 2019 | $1,970 -60.6% | $36,120 +51.2% |
| 2018 | $4,997 +2.6% | $23,886 |
| 2017 | $4,869 +194.6% | $23,886 +2.7% |
| 2016 | $1,653 | $23,258 +6% |
| 2015 | $1,653 +79.7% | $21,942 +6% |
| 2014 | $920 | $20,700 +4% |
| 2013 | -- | $19,905 |
| 2012 | -- | $19,905 +0.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $19,730 +5.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $18,637 +6% |
| 2009 | -- | $17,583 +6% |
| 2008 | -- | $16,588 |
| 2007 | -- | $16,588 +0.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $16,442 +5.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $15,531 +6% |
| 2004 | -- | $14,653 +6% |
| 2003 | -- | $13,824 |
| 2002 | -- | $13,824 +0.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $13,702 +5.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $12,943 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: East Flatbush
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Ps 244 Richard R GreenGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Middle School of Media Law and Fine Arts (The)Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Cultural Academy For The Arts And SciencesGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
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