Bring Your Architect & Contractor – Endless Potential in Prime Prospect Lefferts Gardens
Welcome to 285 Winthrop Street, a two-family townhouse offering an exceptional opportunity for an end user looking to create their dream home or an investor seeking value-add potential.
Situated on a 19' x 106' lot, this property has already undergone significant preparation. The second and third floors have been fully gutted to the studs, providing a blank canvas for the next owner to design and finish to their own taste and specifications.
The first floor is move-in ready, featuring modern finishes and direct access to a large private backyard, perfect for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing outdoors.
The finished basement offers additional flexible space and benefits from both front and rear access, creating endless possibilities for recreation, storage, a home office, or extended living space (subject to applicable regulations).
Conveniently located just moments from the vibrant shops, restaurants, and cafés along Nostrand Avenue, you'll also enjoy easy access to the 2 & 5 subway lines at Winthrop Street, with Prospect Park and the Parkside Avenue area just a short distance away.
Whether you're looking to customize your forever home or invest in one of Brooklyn's thriving neighborhoods, 285 Winthrop Street presents an outstanding opportunity.
Contact us today to schedule your private showing. This opportunity won't last long
In contract
Price cut: $150K (8/8)
$1,300,000
285 Winthrop St, Brooklyn, NY 11225
4beds
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Multi Family
Built in 1905
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$1,274,600 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern finishes
- 75 days
- 136
- 5
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Douglas Elliman 917-375-7181,
Jack Chiu,
Michael Gidaly
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1837913
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: No
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 050470050
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Prospect Lefferts Gardens
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,574,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,424
- Date on market: 7/13/2026
Estimated market value
$1,274,600
$1.21M - $1.34M
$4,282/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Contingent | $1,300,000 |
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| 8/8/2026 | Price change | $1,300,000-10.3% |
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| 7/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,424 +4.7% | $94,440 +8.9% |
| 2024 | $5,181 | $86,760 -4.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $91,080 +10.1% |
| 2022 | -- | $82,740 -8.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $90,720 +35% |
| 2020 | $4,822 +6% | $67,200 |
| 2019 | $4,550 +2% | $67,200 +215.3% |
| 2018 | $4,459 +8.7% | $21,316 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $4,102 +10.5% | $20,124 +6% |
| 2016 | $3,713 | $18,987 +0% |
| 2015 | $3,713 +79.4% | $18,984 +6% |
| 2014 | $2,070 | $17,914 +0.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $17,764 +5.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $16,770 +6% |
| 2011 | -- | $15,823 +0% |
| 2010 | -- | $15,820 +6% |
| 2009 | -- | $14,929 +0.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $14,804 +5.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $13,975 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $13,186 +0% |
| 2005 | -- | $13,184 +6% |
| 2004 | -- | $12,441 +0.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $12,337 +5.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $11,646 +6% |
| 2001 | -- | $10,989 +0% |
| 2000 | -- | $10,987 |
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