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    637 Vanderbilt St, Brooklyn, NY 11218

    4beds
    2,394sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1901
    -- sqft lot
    $1,972,400 Zestimate®
    $792/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Expansive backyardTree-lined blockBeautiful gardensQuiet tree-lined streetsLush landscaping
    637 Vanderbilt Street | Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn Some opportunities are worth waiting for. Offered for the first time in more than 50 years, 637 Vanderbilt Street is a rare two-family home with extraordinary potential, situated on a beautiful tree-lined block just half a block from Prospect Park in the heart of Windsor Terrace. Set on an oversized 16.67' x 150' lot, the property offers a remarkable combination of space, flexibility, and opportunity, including approximately 2,300 square feet of remaining buildable area. Whether envisioned as a grand single-family residence, a thoughtfully reimagined two-family home with income-producing potential, or an ambitious architectural transformation, the possibilities are compelling. Beyond the home's existing footprint, an expansive backyard presents the opportunity to create an exceptional private outdoor retreat. Imagine lush landscaping, beautiful gardens, and generous spaces for dining, entertaining, and relaxing, a rare luxury in the heart of Brooklyn. The location is equally special. Windsor Terrace has long been one of Brooklyn's most cherished residential neighborhoods, known for its quiet, tree-lined streets, strong sense of community, and effortless access to Prospect Park. With the park practically at your doorstep, morning walks, weekend bike rides, afternoons by the lake, and acres of open green space become part of everyday life. Beloved neighborhood restaurants, cafés, local shops, and convenient transportation add to the appeal of this exceptional setting. Held by the same ownership for more than five decades, 637 Vanderbilt Street represents an increasingly rare opportunity to create something entirely your own in a neighborhood where properties of this nature seldom become available. An exceptional location. Remarkable development potential. Endless possibilities. 637 Vanderbilt Street is ready for its next chapter. All development potential and buildable square footage are approximate and subject to independent verification, applicable zoning regulations, and required approvals.
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    Listed by:

    SERHANT. 718-938-7308,

    Abigail Palanca

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1854279

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Inside
      Features
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,394
      • Total interior livable area: 2,394 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Patio & porch: Other
      • Exterior features: Garden
      Details
      • Parcel number: 052680039
      • Special conditions: Resale

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • Year built: 1901

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Windsor Terrace
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Laundry
      Location
      • Region: Brooklyn

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $792/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $2,011,000
      • Annual tax amount: $5,424
      • Date on market: 10/22/2026

        Estimated market value

        $1,972,400

        $1.87M - $2.07M

        $6,414/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/22/2026Listed for sale$1,895,000+18949900%$792/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #S1854279 Report a problem
        6/17/2011Sold$10
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,332 +4.7%$120,660 +9.9%
        2024$5,095 $109,800 -18.5%
        2023-- $134,760 +22.2%
        2022-- $110,280 +5.6%
        2021-- $104,460 +16.4%
        2020$4,740 +5.9%$89,760 -9.6%
        2019$4,475 +1.2%$99,240 +369.5%
        2018$4,422 +8.1%$21,139 +5.4%
        2017$4,090 +10.2%$20,062 +5.7%
        2016$3,713 $18,987 +1.7%
        2015$3,713 +80%$18,662 +5.9%
        2014$2,063 $17,616
        2013-- $17,616 +5.4%
        2012-- $16,719 +5.7%
        2011-- $15,823 +1.7%
        2010-- $15,552 +5.9%
        2009-- $14,680
        2008-- $14,680 +5.4%
        2007-- $13,933 +5.7%
        2006-- $13,186 +1.7%
        2005-- $12,960 +5.9%
        2004-- $12,234
        2003-- $12,234 +5.4%
        2002-- $11,611 +5.7%
        2001-- $10,989 +1.8%
        2000-- $10,800
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Windsor Terrace

        Getting around

        84 / 100
        Very Walkable
        75 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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