Discover this prime investment opportunity, solid brick 2-family home perfectly positioned in the heart of Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. Whether you are an investor looking for high rental yield or a homeowner seeking a "live-plus-income" setup, this property delivers on every front. Spacious 3-over-3 layout, offering two expansive units each with high ceilings and bright, airy living spaces.
A full walkout basement featuring a convenient powder room—the perfect footprint for a recreational lounge, home gym, or media center. Includes dedicated laundry hookups and a private, fenced-in backyard ideal for summer gardening or weekend BBQs.
Commuting and daily errands have never been easier: Just steps away from the J train, providing a fast and direct commute into Downtown Manhattan. A short stroll to local supermarkets, trendy cafes, restaurants, and shops. Only a 15-minute drive to JFK Airport, making it a dream location for frequent travelers. Don't miss out on this Brooklyn gem!
Sold for $999,000
$999,000
255 Lincoln Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208
6beds
2,128sqft
Duplex, Multi Family
Built in 1910
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$469/sqft
$3,440 Estimated rent
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Private fenced-in backyardFull walkout basementHigh ceilingsDedicated laundry hookupsTwo expansive unitsConvenient powder room
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Listed by:
Sebastian Lievano-Gutierrez 631-433-8991,
Century 21 Full Service Realty 845-639-1234
Bought with:
Kammy Xiao Nguyen CBR, 10401263775
Keller Williams Landmark II
Kammy Xiao Nguyen CBR, 10401263775
Keller Williams Landmark II
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 954291
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen, Primary Bathroom, Recessed Lighting, Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s), Tilt Turn Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,128
- Total interior livable area: 2,128 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Lighting
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 1,750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 87.5
- Features: Back Yard, Garden, Interior Lot, Near Public Transit, Near School, Near Shops, Paved, Private
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 041500019
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Fiberglass Insulation, Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Slab
Condition
- Actual
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Separate Gas Meters: 2
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Trash Collection Public, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Amenities included: Other
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $469/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $57,960
- Annual tax amount: $6,596
- Date on market: 1/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 21 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
- Exclusions: Refrigerator in the basement, security cameras
- Tenant pays: Electricity, Gas, Heat
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $999,000+1.2%$469/sqft |
Source:  OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #954291 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2026 | Pending sale | $987,000$464/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #954291 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $987,000+79.8%$464/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #954291 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2013 | Sold | $549,000+181.5%$258/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2013 | Sold | $195,000$92/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L2479200 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $5,113 | $25,081 +1.7% |
| 2016 | -- | $24,661 +3.2% |
| 2015 | -- | $23,886 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East New York
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Ps 7 Abraham LincolnGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Is 171 Abraham LincolnGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10Transit Tech Career and Technical Education High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ps 7 Abraham Lincoln
- Middle: Is 171 Abraham Lincoln
- High: Multicultural High School
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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