#859244, Listing office: RE/MAX City Square
Property details
About 687 E 42nd St
All-brick LEGAL 2-family home in a great central location complete with a detached 1-car garage and loads of space to make it your own. The first-floor duplex offers a spacious walk-in living room, dining area, eat-in kitchen, full bathroom, and easy access to the backyard and garage. You’ll also find 2 bedrooms plus a spacious primary suite with its own full bath. Upstairs is a spacious, newly renovated 1-bedroom apartment with an oversized living room, full bath, and eat-in kitchen. Use it for guests, extended family, or combine both floors for even more room to live and relax. Whether you’re upsizing, starting fresh, or creating something custom this home gives you options.
Highlights
Home typeDuplex
HeatingNatural Gas, Other
StatusActive
BasementYes
Lot size0.0406 Acres
Year built1930
MLS #883860
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Other
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Exterior: None
- Heating: Natural Gas, Other
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $849,999
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,006
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 1930
- Lot Size: 0.0406 Acres
- MLS Number: 883860
- MLS Name: ONEKEY2
- Office Name: Century 21 Milestone Team Rlty
- Office Phone: (718) 291-7000
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 02, 2008 | Home Sold | $440,000 |
| Apr 13, 2006 | Home Sold | $540,000 |
| Aug 02, 2005 | Home Sold | $410,000 |
| Aug 31, 2000 | Home Sold | $216,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $42,420 | $7,006 |
| 2023 | $51,360 | $6,610 |
| 2021 | $40,920 | $13,070 |
| 2019 | $38,220 | $6,522 |
| 2018 | $27,427 | $5,737 |
| 2017 | $25,878 | $5,173 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
P.S. 198 Brooklyn
Public Magnet PK-5
0.1 mi
•4105 Farragut Rd
7
P.S. 208 Elsa Ebeling School
Public District PK-5
0.4 mi
•4801 Avenue D
3
P.S. 361 East Flatbush Early Childhood School
Public District KG-2
0.6 mi
•1957 Nostrand 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 $59,848. The most common annual income of people living in Brooklyn, NY is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
27%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
41%
Single, No Kids
22%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Art Museums
Where do the neighbors shop?
IKEA
Banana Republic
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Quiznos
Jack In The Box
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
Toyota
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
Soft Adult Contemporary
Jazz
News
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 687 E 42nd St
The listing price of 687 E 42nd St property is $849,999.
The property 687 E 42nd St is a multi located in Brooklyn, New York, 11203.
Active Listing: 687 E 42nd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 687 E 42nd St are: P.S. 198 Brooklyn (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), P.S. 208 Elsa Ebeling School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), P.S. 361 East Flatbush Early Childhood School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), P.S. 109 Brooklyn (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 181 Brooklyn (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Midwood High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Kurt Hahn Expeditionary Learning School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Cultural Academy for the Arts and Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,006 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 2, 2008 for $440,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 687 E 42nd St is 1930.
This home is located at 687 E 42nd St in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11203 in the Farragut neighborhood. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $849,999.
Over 44 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Brooklyn, NY. In the same period over 155 listings were sold below the listed price and 293 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings 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.