149 E 42nd St Brooklyn, NY 11203
East Flatbush NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,239/month
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Back and Front Yard
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Private Driveway
About This Home
East Flatbush/East 42nd Street/Linden Blvd: Present offers on this spacious 1,582 sqft. semi-detached two-family 20' x 49' brick home featuring hardwood floors, three generously sized bedrooms, one kitchen, two updated bathrooms, connecting interior stairs and circuit breaker panel for each floor. No basement. Situated on a 20' x 100' lot, this home includes both front and rear gardens, private driveway and garage. Each level has its own independent street entry and rear garden exits for privacy and convenience.Recent improvements include: New front steps (2022); Roof replacement (2022); Gas hot water heater (2020); New windows (2017 & 2022).Real estate taxes for 2025/2026 are just $6,108. Conveniently located near multiple transit options, # 2, 3, 4 and 5 subway lines, as well as B12, B35, and B46 buses. Nearby hospitals include Kings County, SUNY Downstate, and Brookdale. Contact listing broker for the showing schedule, and buyer agents are expected to accompany their clients. Offers will be considered with attached mortgage preapproval/proof of funds. Note that no offer is considered accepted until the executed contract has been reviewed and approved by the owner’s attorney.Special Opportunity: Qualified buyers may be eligible for grants to assist with closing costs and/or down payments through the New York State Association of Realtors (NYSAR) Housing Opportunities Foundation Inc. Additionally, NYSAR promotes the DownpaymentResource tool, which connects homebuyers with 25 local programs offering assistance with down payments, closing costs, and tax credits
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,108
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 2,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 20 x 100
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Flat Roof Shape
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,582 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Flooring
- Stove
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Private Driveway
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Block 4879
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Units
Building Details
- 1 Vacant Unit
- Fuel Expense $4,500
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,868 | $42,000 | $12,600 | $29,400 |
| 2024 | $5,868 | $39,780 | $12,600 | $27,180 |
| 2023 | $5,598 | $41,880 | $12,600 | $29,280 |
| 2022 | $5,439 | $42,720 | $12,600 | $30,120 |
| 2021 | $5,409 | $36,000 | $12,600 | $23,400 |
| 2020 | $5,365 | $33,300 | $12,600 | $20,700 |
| 2019 | $5,093 | $33,300 | $12,600 | $20,700 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Price Changed | $699,999 | -20.5% | $442 / Sq Ft |
| 03/25/2025 03/25/25 | For Sale | $879,999 | -- | $556 / Sq Ft |
| 03/24/2025 03/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $34,876 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $71,781 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $29,684 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $17,019 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Brooklyn Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 490307
APN: 04879-0049
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