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  • $709,999

    712 E 40th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11210

    3beds
    1,710sqft
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1940
    1,800 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $415/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Garage parkingClassic charmGenerous spacePrivate drivewayFormal dining roomSpacious layoutSeparate guest suite
    Charming Brick Single-Family with Garage & Driveway – Incredible Potential in a Growing Neighborhood! Welcome to this solid brick single-family home offering generous space, classic charm, and tons of upside in one of the area's most promising neighborhoods. Inside, you'll find a spacious layout featuring three bedrooms, a comfortable living room, formal dining room, and a well-appointed kitchen—ready for your personal touch and updates. A separate guest suite with its own bedroom, full kitchen, and bathroom provides fantastic flexibility—perfect for extended family, a home office, or future rental potential (where permitted). Enjoy the convenience of garage parking and a private driveway, a rare find that adds to the home’s overall value and ease of living. While this home does need some cosmetic work, it’s full of character and offers tremendous potential for buyers looking to create their dream space or make a smart investment in an up-and-coming community with shifting demographics and strong growth. Don't miss out—opportunities like this don't last long! Schedule your private tour today.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    eRealty Advisors, Inc 914-712-6330,

    Joshua M. Harris 347-664-6289

    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 864036MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Radiant, Other
      Cooling
      • Wall/Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Oven, Refrigerator
      Features
      • Other
      • Basement: Finished,Full
      • Attic: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,710
      • Total interior livable area: 1,710 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Lot
      • Size: 1,800 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 049860027
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Brick
      Condition
      • Year built: 1940

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Available

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Brooklyn

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $415/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $34,500
      • Annual tax amount: $6,095
      • Date on market: 5/19/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 403 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/18/2025Price change$709,999-8.4%$415/sqft
        Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #864036 Report a problem
        5/19/2025Price change$775,000-3.1%$453/sqft
        Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #864036 Report a problem
        3/31/2025Price change$799,999-5.9%$468/sqft
        Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #842264 Report a problem
        7/12/2024Listed for sale$850,000+166.2%$497/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #1726203 Report a problem
        3/9/2004Sold$319,300$187/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,665 +4.7%$40,740 +18.1%
        2024$6,365 $34,500 -12.1%
        2023-- $39,240 +16.4%
        2022-- $33,720
        2021-- $33,720 -8.9%
        2020$5,629 +6.3%$37,020 +14.9%
        2019$5,293 +1.6%$32,220 +29.3%
        2018$5,212 +4.1%$24,914 +1.5%
        2017$5,004 +11.3%$24,549
        2016$4,497 $24,549 +5.2%
        2015$4,497 +74.7%$23,325 +6%
        2014$2,574 $22,006 +6%
        2013-- $20,762 +1.5%
        2012-- $20,458
        2011-- $20,458 +5.2%
        2010-- $19,438 +6%
        2009-- $18,339 +6%
        2008-- $17,302 +1.5%
        2007-- $17,049
        2006-- $17,049 +5.2%
        2005-- $16,199 +6%
        2004-- $15,283 +6%
        2003-- $14,419 +1.5%
        2002-- $14,208
        2001-- $14,208 +5.2%
        2000-- $13,500
        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: East Flatbush

        Getting around

        74 / 100
        Very Walkable
        57 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Ps 161 Crown (The)
        • Middle: Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts
        • High: Academy Of Hospitality And Tourism

        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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