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    • $1,125,000

    639 Watkins Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

    5beds
    1,840sqft
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    Duplex, Multi Family
    Built in 1930
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $611/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Quality finishesModern layoutSolid brick exteriorModern electric fireplaceTwo balconiesTwo separate entrancesHardwood floors
    Beautifully renovated legal 2-family brick home in the heart of Brownsville! This semi-attached property offers a modern layout, quality finishes, and excellent income-producing potential. Featuring 5 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms, each unit offers a bright living/dining room combination, a custom-made kitchen with stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, and a modern electric fireplace, creating a warm and stylish atmosphere. The property also includes a huge full finished basement with a laundry area, open recreation space, and two separate entrances, providing additional flexibility. Enjoy two balconies, updated interiors, a solid brick exterior, and a convenient location close to shops, schools, public transportation, and major neighborhood amenities. Located in an R6 zoning district with approximately 2,728 buildable residential square feet, this property offers strong long-term upside in addition to immediate rental income potential. A great opportunity for investors or end users looking for a renovated legal 2-family home in Brooklyn. Easy to show — don’t miss it!
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    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Inter Realty LLC 347-233-4495,

    Isabel Martinez 917-617-9352

    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 990208MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 5
      Heating
      • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, See Remarks
      Cooling
      • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Wall/Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Chandelier, Chefs Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
      • Basement: Finished,Full,See Remarks
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,840
      • Total interior livable area: 1,840 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Lot
      • Size: 1,880 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 036390033
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
      Materials
      • Block, Brick, Stucco
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • Year built: 1930

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, See Remarks, Sewer Available, Water Available, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Brooklyn

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $611/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $41,460
      • Annual tax amount: $3,286
      • Date on market: 4/24/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 73 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Listing terms: Contract
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/24/2026Listed for sale$1,125,000+121%$611/sqft
        Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #990208 Report a problem
        1/9/2026Sold$509,000+27.3%$277/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/4/2022Listing removed--
        Source: NY State MLS Report a problem
        6/28/2021Listed for sale$400,000-27.3%$217/sqft
        Source: NY State MLS #10956999 Report a problem
        6/19/2021Listing removed--
        Source: NY State MLS Report a problem
        6/3/2021Price change$550,000+37.5%$299/sqft
        Source: NY State MLS #10940071 Report a problem
        12/3/2020Pending sale$400,000$217/sqft
        Source: SUTHERLAND DOUGLAS REALTY CORP #10956999 Report a problem
        12/3/2020Price change$400,000-27.3%$217/sqft
        Source: SUTHERLAND DOUGLAS REALTY CORP #10956999 Report a problem
        9/22/2020Listed for sale$550,000+8.1%$299/sqft
        Source: SOWAE CORP #10940071 Report a problem
        2/5/2007Sold$508,800$277/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,327 -0.2%$41,460 -15%
        2024$3,332 $48,780 +3.7%
        2023-- $47,040 +19.3%
        2022-- $39,420 -5.1%
        2021-- $41,520 +20.1%
        2020$2,957 +1.1%$34,560
        2019$2,926 +7.2%$34,560 +164.9%
        2018$2,729 +8.6%$13,046 +5.8%
        2017$2,513 +10.4%$12,330 +5.9%
        2016$2,277 $11,643
        2015$2,277 +62.3%$11,643 +1.1%
        2014$1,403 $11,520 +6%
        2013-- $10,872 +5.8%
        2012-- $10,275 +5.9%
        2011-- $9,703
        2010-- $9,703 +1.1%
        2009-- $9,600 +6%
        2008-- $9,060 +5.8%
        2007-- $8,563 +5.9%
        2006-- $8,086
        2005-- $8,086 +1.1%
        2004-- $8,000 +6%
        2003-- $7,550 +5.8%
        2002-- $7,136 +5.9%
        2001-- $6,739
        2000-- $6,739
        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.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Brownsville

        Getting around

        77 / 100
        Very Walkable
        63 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School
        • High: Contact Agent

        Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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