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$2,300,000 List price
253 Monroe St Brooklyn, NY 11216
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8 beds
5 full, 1 partial
2,800 sqft
0.05 acres
$821 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 253 Monroe St
This beautifully structured, legal two-family townhouse spans four stories with a full cellar, offering exceptional space, flexibility, and potential for homeowners and investors alike. The property is configured as two generous duplex units along with a full cellar, providing ideal options for comfortable living, rental income, or multi-generational use. Each duplex features well-proportioned layouts with multiple bedrooms, ample living and dining areas, and room to customize to your lifestyle or investment vision. Property Highlights: Legal 2-family designation Four stories + full cellar Two spacious duplex units Perfect for owners seeking to occupy one unit and rent the other. Excellent opportunity for investors or potential for homeowners! Set on a charming, tree-lined street in vibrant Bedford-Stuyvesant, you're just moments away from local cafes, shopping, and public transportation. Don’t miss out on owning this standout property in one of Brooklyn’s most desirable neighborhoods—endless potential awaits.
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingBaseboard, Other
StatusActive
Size2,800 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.0459 Acres
Year built1899
MLS #849688
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Other
- Total Bedroom Count: 8
- Architectural Style: A-Frame
- Heating: Baseboard, Other
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $2,300,000
- Price/SqFt: $821
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,223
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 1899
- Living Area: 2,800 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.0459 Acres
- MLS Number: 849688
- MLS Name: ONEKEY2
- Office Name: Keller Williams Landmark II
- Office Phone: (347) 846-1200
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 08, 2013 | Home Sold | $140,000 |
| Jul 12, 2007 | Home Sold | $535,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $87,840 | $4,223 |
| 2023 | $94,020 | $3,986 |
| 2021 | $92,940 | $7,449 |
| 2019 | $84,240 | $3,740 |
| 2018 | $16,539 | $3,182 |
| 2017 | $15,614 | $2,948 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
P.S. 256 Benjamin Banneker School
Public District KG-6
0.3 mi
•114 Kosciuszko St
3
P.S. 44 Marcus Garvey School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•432 Monroe St
4
P.S. 3 The Bedford VillageSchool
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•50 Jefferson 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 $61,694. Most Brooklyn, NY residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
31%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
57%
Single, No Kids
31%
Single, with Kids
5%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Music Concerts
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Banana Republic
H&M
IKEA
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jack In The Box
Chipotle
Quiznos
What do the neighbors drive?
Toyota
Volkswagen
Lexus
What do the neighbors listen to?
Jazz
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Soft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 253 Monroe St
The listing price of 253 Monroe St property is $2,300,000.
The property 253 Monroe St is a townhouse located in Brooklyn, New York, 11216.
Active Listing: 253 Monroe St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 253 Monroe St are: P.S. 256 Benjamin Banneker School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), P.S. 44 Marcus Garvey School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), P.S. 3 The Bedford VillageSchool (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Brooklyn East Collegiate Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Academy of Arts and Letters (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Satellite East Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Bedford Academy High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Leadership Preparatory Bedford Stuyvesant Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Unity Preparatory Charter School of Brooklyn (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,223 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 8, 2013 for $140,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 253 Monroe St has 8 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 253 Monroe St is 2,800 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 253 Monroe St is 1899.
This home is located at 253 Monroe St in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11216 in the Bedford neighborhood. This 2,800 square foot home, which was built in 1899, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,300,000.
Brooklyn, NY housing market in May 2025 saw over 37 listings sold above listed price, more than 227 sold at listed price and over 172 sold below. Between April and May 2025, Brooklyn, NY real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 0.2%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 118 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $992,262.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.