$598,000

179 Amboy St Brooklyn, NY 11212

$7,101
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,116 sqft
$536 / sqft
House

Property details

About 179 Amboy St

Charming Home with an OVERSIZED PRIVATE driveway for sale in Brownsville, Brooklyn. (For investors, the zoning is R6!) First time on the market in decades! This well-loved home is in good condition and ready for its next chapter. The house measures 18 ft x 31 ft and sits on an oversized lot measuring 35 ft x 100 ft. This allows for the PRIVATE driveway to be 17 ft wide! Upon entering, there is a kitchen on the left and a half bath conveniently located on the right. Next there is a spacious dining and living room combo, ideal for entertaining. Beyond that, there is a covered porch in the back for added storage. Upstairs you will find 3 generously sized bedrooms along with a full bathroom. The finished full-sized basement can be for extra space. Private parking is on the side of the house – allowing for multiple cars as an added convenience to you and your guests. Both the front, side, and back yards are fenced in to allow relaxation and privacy. This home features central heating, a paved front yard, ceiling fans, and much much more! Centrally located close to shopping, restaurants, houses of worship, and public transportation. The 2, 3, 4, 5, and L trains along with the B60 and B7 bus lines are a few minutes away. Come and take a look!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,116 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1987
Parking1 Space,2 Spaces,3 Spaces,4 Spaces,Parking Area, Private Drive
MLS #489437
FireplaceStove

Summary

  • MLS Number: 489437
  • Office Name: Pride Estates

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179 Amboy St

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$37,140$4,756
2023$38,640$4,756
2021$28,140$9,169
2019$23,520$4,338
2018$20,901$3,879
2017$20,499$3,556

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

PS 327 Dr Rose B English

Public District PK-5

0.2 mi

111 Bristol St

5

PS 156 Waverly

Public District PK-5

0.2 mi

104 Sutter Ave

4

Gregory Jocko Jackson-Sports-Arts

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

213 Osborn St

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 $110,326. Typical income of Brooklyn, NY residents is between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
0%
35k-100k
68%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

34%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

24%
<11 yrs old
14%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
29%
35-64 yrs old
2%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • NissanNissan
  • DodgeDodge

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 179 Amboy St

This home is located at 179 Amboy St in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11212 in the Eastern Brooklyn neighborhood. This 1,116 square foot home was built in 1987. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $598,000.

In February 2025 more than 41 listings in Brooklyn, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 162 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 158 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Brooklyn, NY decreased by 3% between January and February 2025. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 132 days, the median list price was $995,000.

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

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