559 Carlton Ave, Prospect Heights
Incredible opportunity to own a classic 3-story brownstone plus basement in prime Prospect Heights at an exceptional price point.
This townhouse is filled with authentic Brooklyn character and stunning original details, including five beautiful original marble fireplaces, original hardwood floors, and timeless brownstone charm throughout. Homes with this level of preserved detail rarely become available at this value.
Featuring 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, the property offers generous space and endless potential.
The home is in livable condition but presents the perfect opportunity for a buyer to renovate and give it their own personal touch. With some updates and vision, this property can truly shine and significantly increase in value.
Located just one block from Barclays Center and one block from the 2, 3, and 4 subway lines, the location is unbeatable.
A rare chance to secure a prime Prospect Heights brownstone below market value, ideal for an end-user with vision or an investor looking for upside potential.
For sale by owner
$3,200,000
559 Carlton Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
5beds
2,880sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1915
1,491 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,111/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless brownstone charm throughoutGenerous spaceOriginal hardwood floors
What the owner loves about this home
Location! Prime Prospect Heights! One block from Barclays Center! and one block from the 2, 3, and 4 subway lines, the location is unbeatable!
Brownstone - Timeless brownstone charm throughout
Five beautiful original marble fireplaces
- 197 days
- 2,501
- 128
Listed by:
Property Owner (516) 643-6565
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Basement: Basement (not specified)
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,880 sqft
Property
Lot
- Size: 1,491 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 011370010
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,111/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,862,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,901
- Date on market: 2/22/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,200,000$1,111/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2026 | Pending sale | $3,200,000$1,111/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,200,000$1,111/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,901 -1.2% | $171,720 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $2,936 | $170,820 +7.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $159,060 -6.5% |
| 2022 | -- | $170,040 +29.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $131,280 +0.2% |
| 2020 | $308 | $130,980 +2.9% |
| 2019 | $308 -87.8% | $127,320 +958.3% |
| 2018 | $2,517 +8.6% | $12,031 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $2,318 +620.8% | $11,373 +5.8% |
| 2016 | $322 | $10,747 +5.9% |
| 2015 | $322 +115.1% | $10,152 |
| 2014 | $150 | $10,152 +1.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $10,026 +5.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $9,478 +5.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $8,956 +5.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $8,460 |
| 2009 | -- | $8,460 +1.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $8,355 +5.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $7,899 +5.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $7,464 +5.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $7,050 |
| 2004 | -- | $7,050 +1.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $6,963 +5.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $6,583 +5.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $6,220 +5.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $5,875 |
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Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Prospect Heights
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