#832893, Listing office: Amquest Realty Corp
Property details
About 21 Essex St
Welcome to 21 Essex Street — a fully renovated, turnkey two-family townhouse in the heart of Cypress Hills. This 3,000 sq ft property features two spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath apartments plus a finished basement with a full bath, separate entrance and high ceilings, ideal for extra income or flexible living. Highlights include hardwood floors, recessed lighting, split units for heating and cooling, and modern kitchens with stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, and center islands with bar seating. Each floor has washer/dryer hookups, and every primary suite has a private ensuite bath. Everything is brand new — plumbing, electrical, siding, windows, and finishes — offering low-maintenance ownership. The garden unit’s direct access to the finished basement creates duplex potential or added living space for recreation, home office, or a gym. Located on a quiet residential block near Highland Park, public transit, schools, and shopping, this is an ideal opportunity to live with income or invest in a growing Brooklyn neighborhood. Don’t miss this rare, move-in-ready multifamily — schedule a viewing today!
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingNone, Other
StatusActive
Size3,000 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1910
MLS #886564
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Other
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Other
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Private Pool: No
- Architectural Style: Other
- Heating: None, Other
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $1,169,000
- Price/SqFt: $389
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,902
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 1910
- Living Area: 3,000 SqFt
- MLS Number: 886564
- MLS Name: ONEKEY2
- Office Name: Lanciano Pizante
- Office Phone: (917) 426-8415
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2019 | Home Sold | $350,000 |
| May 09, 2007 | Home Sold | $615,000 |
| Mar 30, 2007 | Home Sold | $355,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $51,480 | $6,902 |
| 2023 | $44,220 | $5,397 |
| 2021 | $34,740 | $10,589 |
| 2019 | $41,280 | $5,024 |
| 2018 | $22,394 | $4,684 |
| 2017 | $21,854 | $4,191 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
P.S. 108 Sal Abbracciamento School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•200 Linwood St
7
P.S. 65 Brooklyn
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•696 Jamaica Ave
5
P.S. 290 Juan Morel Campos School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•135 Schenck Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $46,213. Residents of Brooklyn, NY typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
36%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
29%
Single, with Kids
12%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Foot Locker
Ross Dress For Less
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Jack In The Box
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Nissan
Honda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 21 Essex St
The listing price of 21 Essex St property is $1,169,000.
The property 21 Essex St is a townhouse located in Brooklyn, New York, 11208.
Active Listing: 21 Essex St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 21 Essex St are: P.S. 108 Sal Abbracciamento School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 65 Brooklyn (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), P.S. 290 Juan Morel Campos School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), PS 89 Cypress Hills (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Achievement First Apollo Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Liberty Avenue Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Transit Tech Career and Technical Education High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East New York Family Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,902 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 16, 2019 for $350,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 21 Essex St has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
The property 21 Essex St is 3,000 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 21 Essex St is 1910.
This home is located at 21 Essex St in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11208 in the Cypress Hills neighborhood. This 3,000 square foot home was built in 1910. Features: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,169,000.
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. The number of homes for sale in Brooklyn, NY decreased by 5% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $1,019,077, while the average time on the real estate market was 92 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.