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    966 E 42nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11210

    4beds
    1,600sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1930
    -- sqft lot
    $828,000 Zestimate®
    $516/sqft
    $5,196 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $828,000

    $762,000 - $894,000

    $5,196/mo

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    What's special

    Guest suiteModern finishesModern updatesSpacious backyardHome officeFinished basementTree-lined block
    Welcome to 966 East 42nd Street – a fully detached single-family home located on a peaceful tree-lined block in East Flatbush. This charming and spacious residence offers approximately 1,438 sq ft of interior space, set on a 2,000 sq ft lot, with a finished basement and full attic, providing plenty of room to grow. The main level features a bright and sunny foyer, spacious living and dining areas, an eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, hardwood floors, and a cozy sunroom perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The home includes 4 well-proportioned bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half-bath—all updated with modern finishes. The fully finished basement includes a separate entrance and an additional bathroom, ideal for use as a guest suite, home office, or recreation room. A full attic provides even more flexibility, offering potential for a fifth bedroom or creative space. Additional features include a shared driveway leading to a 1-car detached garage, plus extra parking and a spacious backyard ideal for outdoor gatherings. While not formally landscaped as a garden, the backyard offers ample space to create your own private outdoor retreat. This home offers a total of approximately 9–10 functional rooms, making it ideal for growing families or multi-generational living. Located near schools, transit, and shopping, with a Walk Score of 79 and Transit Score of 93, this property combines space, comfort, and convenience in one of Brooklyn’s most established residential neighborhoods. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this classic East Flatbush gem with modern updates and endless potential.

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    Listed by:

    Davidson Joseph,

    Keller Williams Realty of Greater Nassau

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1780181

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,600
    • Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft

    Property

    Details
    • Parcel number: 077450060
    • Special conditions: Resale

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1930

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: East Flatbush
    Location
    • Region: Brooklyn

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $516/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $688,000
    • Annual tax amount: $6,660
    • Date on market: 7/9/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/12/2025Sold$825,000+3.1%$516/sqft
    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #887201 Report a problem
    10/15/2025Pending sale$799,999$500/sqft
    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #887201 Report a problem
    10/15/2025Contingent$799,999$500/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy #S1780181 Report a problem
    7/9/2025Listed for sale$799,999+1.9%$500/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy #S1780181 Report a problem
    8/17/2024Listing removed$785,000$491/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy #1691593 Report a problem
    8/6/2024Listed for sale$785,000$491/sqft
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    5/24/2024Pending sale$785,000$491/sqft
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    2/5/2024Price change$785,000-0.6%$491/sqft
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    12/2/2023Listed for sale$790,000-1.1%$494/sqft
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    7/21/2022Listing removed--
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    7/8/2022Price change$799,000-0.1%$499/sqft
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    6/9/2022Price change$799,999-3.5%$500/sqft
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    5/20/2022Price change$829,000-2.4%$518/sqft
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    4/21/2022Price change$849,000-5.6%$531/sqft
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    3/10/2022Price change$899,000+42.9%$562/sqft
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    3/9/2022Price change$629,000-30%$393/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy #21335745 Report a problem
    9/27/2021Listed for sale$899,000$562/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,588 +4.7%$41,280 +13.9%
    2024$6,291 $36,240 -6.8%
    2023-- $38,880 +22.3%
    2022-- $31,800 +0.6%
    2021-- $31,620 +5%
    2020$5,856 +6%$30,120
    2019$5,525 +7.3%$30,120 +22.3%
    2018$5,151 +3.2%$24,624 +0.6%
    2017$4,990 +4.6%$24,480 +0.3%
    2016$4,773 $24,408 +5.9%
    2015$4,773 +71.4%$23,056 +6%
    2014$2,785 $21,751 +6%
    2013-- $20,520 +0.6%
    2012-- $20,400 +0.3%
    2011-- $20,340 -0.2%
    2010-- $20,379 +6%
    2009-- $19,226 +2.2%
    2008-- $18,811 +5.3%
    2007-- $17,856
    2006-- $17,856 +5.1%
    2005-- $16,983 +6%
    2004-- $16,022 +2.2%
    2003-- $15,676 +5.3%
    2002-- $14,880
    2001-- $14,880 +5.1%
    2000-- $14,153
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: East Flatbush

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