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$580,000

971 Schenck Ave Brooklyn, NY 11207

2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,088 sqft
$533 / sqft
House

Property details

About 971 Schenck Ave

Take a look at this great opportunity in East New York, Brooklyn – perfect for homeowners or investors! This single-family duplex features a private backyard and a fully finished basement. The first floor includes a spacious eat-in kitchen, dining room, half bathroom, and a bright, open living room – perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Upper level, you’ll find two generous bedrooms, a walk-in closet, and a full bathroom. The second floor also features a brand-new skylight that fills the space with natural light and adds a warm, inviting touch. The finished basement provides extra space and opens directly to the private backyard – ideal for outdoor gatherings or a quiet retreat. Next to Gateway Mall and within a short distance of trains and buses, this home offers both convenience and comfort.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,088 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1960
Parking1 Space, Private Drive
MLS #494439
Garage1 space
FireplaceStove

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Fireplace: Stove
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: 1 Space, Private Drive
  • Architectural Style: Duplex
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $580,000
  • Price/SqFt: $533
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,456
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Living Area: 1,088 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 494439
  • Office Name: Brooklyn Real Property Inc.

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$34,020$4,456
2023$36,120$4,195
2021$34,860$8,696
2019$29,940$4,113
2018$18,576$3,487
2017$18,576$3,369

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

P.S. 273 Wortman School

Public District PK-5

0.1 mi

923 Jerome St

4

P.S. 306 Ethan Allen School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

970 Vermont St Ste 1

2

P.S. 213 New Lots School

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

580 Hegeman 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 $64,706. Residents of Brooklyn, NY typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is 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?

29%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
21%
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
20%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • IKEAIKEA
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QuiznosQuiznos
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • ToyotaToyota
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 971 Schenck Ave

The listing price of 971 Schenck Ave property is $580,000.

The property 971 Schenck Ave is a house located in Brooklyn, New York, 11207.

Active Listing: 971 Schenck Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 971 Schenck Ave are: P.S. 273 Wortman School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), P.S. 306 Ethan Allen School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), P.S. 213 New Lots School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Imagine Me Leadership Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Achievement First Linden Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Van Siclen Community Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Academy for Young Writers (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Spring Creek Community School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Achievement First East New York Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,456 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 971 Schenck Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 971 Schenck Ave is 1,088 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 971 Schenck Ave is 1960.

This home is located at 971 Schenck Ave in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11207 in the Eastern Brooklyn neighborhood. This 1,088 square foot home was built in 1960. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $580,000.

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. In June 2025 median list price was $1,019,077 and the average listing age was 92 days.

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

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