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$609,000

147 Essex St Brooklyn, NY 11208

3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
House

Property details

About 147 Essex St

This single-family Colonial in Cypress hill offers a great opportunity for buyers looking to renovate and make it their own. TLC needed. With 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a classic layout, the home has good bones and lots of potential. The main floor includes a spacious living room, a formal dining area, and an eat-in kitchen. There’s also a powder room for added convenience. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a bonus room that could work as a home office, nursery, or extra storage. A full bathroom serves the second floor. The basement features high ceilings and a separate entrance, offering potential for additional living space or storage. Located in a convenient Cypress Hills location, you're close to local shops, schools, parks, and major roadways.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Heat Pump
StatusActive
Year built1905
MLS #856708

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: None
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $609,000
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,712
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Near Public Transit
  • Year Built: 1905
  • MLS Number: 856708
  • MLS Name: ONEKEY2
  • Office Name: TDG Elite Realty Inc
  • Office Phone: (516) 588-7113

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$50,280$3,712
2023$51,720$3,540
2021$49,260$3,430
2019$41,160$1,725
2018$14,688$2,933
2017$14,389$2,715

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

P.S. 108 Sal Abbracciamento School

Public District PK-5

0.1 mi

200 Linwood St

5

P.S. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

111 Berriman St

5

P.S. 290 Juan Morel Campos School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

135 Schenck Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $38,654. Typical income of Brooklyn, NY residents is less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, with kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

47%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

31%
Single, No Kids
38%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

21%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
32%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less
  • BurlingtonBurlington

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • NissanNissan
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 147 Essex St

The listing price of 147 Essex St property is $609,000.

The property 147 Essex St is a house located in Brooklyn, New York, 11208.

Active Listing: 147 Essex St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 147 Essex St are: P.S. 108 Sal Abbracciamento School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), P.S. 290 Juan Morel Campos School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Achievement First Apollo Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Liberty Avenue Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Vista Academy (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Transit Tech Career and Technical Education High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), School for Classics High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), East New York Family Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,712 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 147 Essex St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The sq. ft. of 147 Essex St is not available (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 147 Essex St is 1905.

This home is located at 147 Essex St in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11208 in the Cypress Hills neighborhood. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $609,000.

Brooklyn, NY housing market in June 2025 saw over 44 listings sold above listed price, more than 293 sold at listed price and over 155 sold below. In June 2025 in Brooklyn, NY there were 5% less homes for sale than in May. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 92 days, the median list price was $1,019,077.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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