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    638 E 23rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11210

    6beds
    3,600sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    -- sqft lot
    $2,276,500 Zestimate®
    $514/sqft
    $6,942 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,276,500

    $2.05M - $2.55M

    $6,942/mo

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    What's special

    A Warm Welcome to 638 East 23rd Street, A move-in ready home with incredible upside in value. This 3,600 square foot Victorian sits in the serene and treelined section of Ditmas Park/ Victorian Flatbush. From its exterior to finished basement, 638 East 23rd Street features several upgrades and a timeless 19th-century design and layout, featuring rich hardwood floors, new roof with energy efficient and eco-friendly solar paneling, double-paned windows, recessed lighting, updated electric, kitchens and bathrooms throughout. New porch and terrace provide peaceful, private havens for spring and summer evenings. A long driveway, suitable for up to 4 cars, leads back to a finished garage and lush garden with a central seating area enclosed in evergreens. Inside, the home’s parlor floor opens with an airy foyer, bright exposures, and large living room with sunny bay windows. In the rear of the parlor floor is a modern, updated kitchen with new stainless steel appliances: LG smart fridge, new stove and Frigidaire dishwasher. Adjacent to the kitchen are a sunny breakfast room and gorgeous formal dining room, with rich cherrywood floors and garden views through bright western-facing exposures. Whilst the parlor floor provides welcoming and generous living areas for hosting or unwinding, 638 East 23rd Street also features an ample 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom layout with home office. The second floor features two king-sized bedrooms, including a grand master suite with brilliant bay windows, pristine en-suite bathroom and spacious walk-in closet, as well as a second spacious bathroom with his and her sinks; and home office/ library leading out to a tranquil terrace with tree-lined views. 638 East 23rd Street’s finished basement comes complete with a kitchen and full bathroom. All of this in close proximity to the B, Q, 2 & 5 trains to Manhattan, community playground on Bedford and Glenwood, Midwood Montessori, PS 315 , PS 889, PS 193, Midwood High School, Brooklyn College and the vibrant shopping, restaurants and venues of Cortelyou Road and Newkirk Plaza!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Gregory Watts,

    Gregory S Watts, LREB,

    Jonathon Beckles

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1652915

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
    • Laundry: Inside
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,600
    • Total interior livable area: 3,600 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Has garage: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Other
    • Exterior features: Balcony, Garden
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Garden
    Details
    • Parcel number: 052430061
    • Special conditions: Resale

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1925

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Brooklyn
    • Subdivision: Ditmas Park

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/16/2023Sold$1,850,000$514/sqft
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    4/13/2023Pending sale$1,850,000+3.1%$514/sqft
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    3/22/2023Listed for sale$1,795,000-5.5%$499/sqft
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    12/20/2022Listing removed--
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    10/24/2022Price change$1,899,000-1.6%$528/sqft
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    9/26/2022Price change$1,929,000-0.8%$536/sqft
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    9/6/2022Listed for sale$1,945,000-0.2%$540/sqft
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    8/22/2022Listing removed--
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    7/22/2022Listed for sale$1,949,000+30%$541/sqft
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    6/12/2018Listing removed$849
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    6/6/2018Listed for rent$849-8.6%
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    5/24/2017Listing removed$929
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    5/22/2017Listed for rent$929-2.1%
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    10/16/2016Listing removed$949+8.5%
    Source: The Corcoran Group #3803208 Report a problem
    5/17/2016Listing removed$875+2.9%
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    12/23/2015Listing removed$850
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    11/17/2015Price change$850-5.5%
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    10/20/2015Listed for rent$899+5.8%
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    7/12/2015Listing removed$850
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    7/2/2015Listed for rent$850-8.1%
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    2/5/2015Listing removed$925
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    1/31/2015Listed for rent$925
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    10/2/2011Listing removed$1,499,000$416/sqft
    Source: TALK OF THE TOWN REALTY CORP. #359313 Report a problem
    2/24/2011Listed for sale$1,499,000-6.3%$416/sqft
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    4/8/2009Listing removed$1,600,000+563.9%$444/sqft
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    5/25/1995Sold$241,000$67/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,078 +4.7%$106,020 +14.1%
    2024$8,669 $92,940 -18.2%
    2023-- $113,640 +1.6%
    2022-- $111,900 -8.8%
    2021-- $122,700 +44.2%
    2020$7,774 +6.2%$85,080
    2019$7,317 +3.1%$85,080 +150.7%
    2018$7,099 +8.8%$33,934 +6%
    2017$6,526 +9.6%$32,014
    2016$5,957 $32,014 +0.8%
    2015$5,957 +74%$31,771 +6%
    2014$3,423 $29,974 +6%
    2013-- $28,279 +6%
    2012-- $26,679
    2011-- $26,679 +0.8%
    2010-- $26,476 +6%
    2009-- $24,979 +6%
    2008-- $23,566 +6%
    2007-- $22,233
    2006-- $22,233 +0.8%
    2005-- $22,064 +6%
    2004-- $20,816 +6%
    2003-- $19,639 +6%
    2002-- $18,528
    2001-- $18,528 +0.8%
    2000-- $18,387

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    Neighborhood: Ditmas Park

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