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  • $2,831,400

    389 Jefferson Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221

    5beds
    3,350sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1915
    2,000 Square Feet Lot
    $2,831,400 Zestimate®
    $845/sqft
    $7,811 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,831,400

    $2.44M - $3.28M

    $7,811/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    2-Family Brownstone with DOB Approved Plans for Owner's Triplex Over Garden Rental Duplex Of all the beautiful homes in Bedford-Stuyvesant, this rare opportunity to do your own home renovation in this handsome, 20-foot wide brick brownstone loaded with original details, waiting to be restored back to their original beauty, stands out. The residence at 389 Jefferson Avenue is undeniably unique with it's beautiful brick facade, brownstone stoop matching with the adjacent row houses, roof cupola and incredible architectural details on the lintels and heads, mansard roof and original detailed cornice. The home masterfully introduces bright and airy living spaces while keeping the building's historic bones intact, all situated on one of the most sought-after blocks in the neighborhood. This brownstone offering includes DOB approved architectural plans calling for a full gut-renovation upper owners triplex over garden rental unit. The brownstone has just undergone a full clean out, approved DOB plans, architect fully paid and all DOB filling/ application fees paid. Start pulling permits and building your dream home the day you close instead of waiting 12 months for DOB to approve! The next lucky buyer will have the ability to hand-pick their finishes, appliance package, paint colors, kitchen and bath colors and designs and can even adjust the layout if the proposed plans don't completely suit your needs. Originally built in the early 1900's with Neo-Grec and Second Empire influences, 389 Jefferson Avenue boasts over 3,350 square feet of living space. This stunning brownstone is at the epicenter of vibrant Bedford-Stuyvesant living and surrounded by the area's best restaurants, nightlife and local hangouts. Saraghina, Peaches, Tepache, Lovers Rock and Bed-Vyne Cocktail and TreeHouse BK are all within easy reach. Nearby A/C, G and LIRR trains offer fantastic access to transportation, putting Lower Manhattan just 30 minutes away. Don't miss this rare opportunity to call this perfectly conceived townhouse yours! Please contact us to schedule a private tour.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Features
    • Den/Family Room, Home Office, Entrance Foyer, Powder Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Media Room
    • Windows: Oversized Windows
    • Basement: See Remarks
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 3,350 sqft

    Property

    Lot
    • Size: 2,000 sqft
    • Features: Garden
    Details
    • Parcel number: 018300055

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    Condition
    • Year built: 1915

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Other
    • Water: See Remarks

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Brooklyn

    Other

    Other facts
    • AtticDescription: See Remarks
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • InteriorFeatures: Den/Family Room, Home Office, Entrance Foyer, Powder Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Media Room
    • PropertyType: Residential
    • SeniorCommunityYN: 0
    • DirectionFaces: North
    • Heating: Other, See Remarks
    • Basement: See Remarks
    • ParkingFeatures: Other
    • WaterSource: See Remarks
    • Sewer: Other
    • ExteriorFeatures: Walk Up
    • LotFeatures: Garden
    • WindowFeatures: Oversized Windows
    • FireplaceYN: 0
    • PoolPrivateYN: 0
    • SpaYN: 0

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/14/2021Sold$1,590,000-6.2%$475/sqft
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    1/22/2021Pending sale$1,695,000$506/sqft
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    1/22/2021Listed for sale$1,695,000$506/sqft
    Source: Compass Report a problem
    12/17/2020Listing removed$1,695,000$506/sqft
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    9/25/2020Price change$1,695,000-3.1%$506/sqft
    Source: Compass Report a problem
    6/23/2020Price change$1,750,000-2.5%$522/sqft
    Source: Compass Report a problem
    3/13/2020Listed for sale$1,795,000$536/sqft
    Source: Compass Report a problem
    2/18/2020Pending sale$1,795,000$536/sqft
    Source: Compass Report a problem
    1/6/2020Price change$1,795,000-5.3%$536/sqft
    Source: Compass Report a problem
    11/23/2019Listed for sale$1,895,000+33.5%$566/sqft
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    10/9/2019Sold$1,420,000+409%$424/sqft
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    4/13/2000Sold$279,000+46.8%$83/sqft
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    11/3/1999Sold$190,000$57/sqft
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    9/2/1997Sold$190,000$57/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,718 -0.7%$124,740 +4.6%
    2024$8,782 $119,280 +18.5%
    2023-- $100,680 -8.8%
    2022-- $110,340 +7.5%
    2021-- $102,600 +13.5%
    2020$4,436 +0.9%$90,360
    2019$4,399 +7.2%$90,360 +360.7%
    2018$4,103 +8.7%$19,615 +6%
    2017$3,773 +10.5%$18,511 +6%
    2016$3,415 $17,464
    2015$3,415 +81%$17,464 +0.8%
    2014$1,886 $17,317 +5.9%
    2013-- $16,346 +6%
    2012-- $15,426 +6%
    2011-- $14,554
    2010-- $14,554 +0.9%
    2009-- $14,431 +5.9%
    2008-- $13,622 +6%
    2007-- $12,855 +6%
    2006-- $12,129
    2005-- $12,129 +0.9%
    2004-- $12,026 +5.9%
    2003-- $11,352 +6%
    2002-- $10,713 +6%
    2001-- $10,108
    2000-- $10,108

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    Neighborhood: Bedford-Stuyvesant

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