Skip main navigation
In contract
  • $2,697,500

    42 Monroe St, Brooklyn, NY 11238

    4beds
    2,300sqft
    Loading
    Multi Family
    Built in 1899
    -- sqft lot
    $2,676,300 Zestimate®
    $1,173/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    A classic, fully renovated, brownstone on one of the most beautiful tree-lined blocks in Brooklyn. At the crossroads of Clinton Hill and Bed-Stuy, the surroundings offer a rare blend of tranquility and vibrant neighborhood living. Gut-renovated in 2023, with the highest standard of design and sustainability, 42 Monroe is a 2-family home with a layout that can easily be adapted if you prefer a grand single-family home. Currently set up as an owner's duplex over a garden rental, both units are thoughtfully designed with a cohesive aesthetic, creating a seamless sense of refinement throughout the home. There is also an opportunity to significantly increase the size of the home given the as of right zoning. Sunlight pours through new, oversized double-hung windows on every floor. Each unit features wide-plank FloorScore certified wood flooring, recessed lighting, and Mitsubishi split A/C systems. The open kitchens are fitted with premium Samsung appliances, sleek cabinetry, and natural soapstone countertops and backsplash. Spa-inspired bathrooms feature Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, terrazzo floors, and fluted porcelain tilework, and LG washer/dryers. Both units have their own private outdoor space with an 8' high fence and plenty of space to grill, relax, or entertain. The garden-level unit opens directly to the backyard while the duplex connects via a staircase off the parlor-floor kitchen. Monroe Street embodies classic Brooklyn charm, with rows of historic brownstones, mature trees, and a true neighborhood feel. The A/C and G trains are minutes away. Local staples like Saraghina, Place des Fêtes, Locanda Vini & Olii, Speedy Romeo's, Fan Fan Doughnuts and Clementine Bakery are just around the corner. Whether you’re an end-user looking for flexibility, or an investor who knows the value of prime location and smart layout, this is an exceptional turnkey opportunity. Currently leased through February 2027, the property generates $10,825 per month in gross rental income.
    39 days
    |
    498
    |
    16
    |

    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Compass 917-905-0099,

    Peter Michael Riolo

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1830282

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,300
      • Total interior livable area: 2,300 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Garden
      Details
      • Parcel number: 019870031
      • Special conditions: Resale

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Property subtype: Multi Family
      Condition
      • Year built: 1899

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Bedford-Stuyvesant
      Location
      • Region: Brooklyn

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,173/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,849,000
      • Annual tax amount: $7,716
      • Date on market: 5/28/2026

        Estimated market value

        $2,676,300

        $2.54M - $2.81M

        $5,290/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/23/2026Contingent$2,697,500$1,173/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #S1830282 Report a problem
        5/28/2026Listed for sale$2,697,500+56.4%$1,173/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #S1830282 Report a problem
        1/2/2024Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        11/11/2023Listed for rent$6,995+179.8%$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        8/9/2021Sold$1,725,000-4.2%$750/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/1/2021Pending sale$1,800,000$783/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy Report a problem
        10/31/2020Listed for sale$1,800,000+20.4%$783/sqft
        Source: Compass Report a problem
        8/18/2020Listing removed$1,495,000+22%$650/sqft
        Source: Leacroft Realty Group Inc Report a problem
        8/22/2019Sold$1,225,000-18.1%$533/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        1/10/2018Pending sale$1,495,000$650/sqft
        Source: Leacroft Realty Group Inc Report a problem
        8/13/2017Listed for sale$1,495,000$650/sqft
        Source: Leacroft Realty Group Inc Report a problem
        7/31/2015Listing removed$2,500$1/sqft
        Source: Postlets Report a problem
        7/30/2015Listed for rent$2,500$1/sqft
        Source: Postlets Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,714 +102.3%$110,940 +19.8%
        2024$3,814 $92,580 -17.4%
        2023-- $112,140 +22.2%
        2022-- $91,800 +29.6%
        2021-- $70,860 -10.8%
        2020$3,349 +24.5%$79,440 +8.3%
        2019$2,690 -18%$73,320 +367.8%
        2018$3,279 +8.6%$15,675 +5.9%
        2017$3,019 +305.3%$14,808 +6%
        2016$745 $13,971 +6%
        2015$745 -49.2%$13,186
        2014$1,465 $13,186 +0.9%
        2013-- $13,063 +5.9%
        2012-- $12,340 +6%
        2011-- $11,643 +6%
        2010-- $10,989
        2009-- $10,989 +0.9%
        2008-- $10,886 +5.9%
        2007-- $10,284 +6%
        2006-- $9,703 +6%
        2005-- $9,158
        2004-- $9,158 +0.9%
        2003-- $9,072 +5.9%
        2002-- $8,570 +6%
        2001-- $8,086 +5.9%
        2000-- $7,632

        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
        All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
        See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.

        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Bedford-Stuyvesant

        Getting around

        93 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        85 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating

        A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.

        Browse local experts

        Similar homes

        Skip to the end of the carouselSkip to the beginning of the carousel