149 E 42nd St Brooklyn, NY 11203
East Flatbush NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,239/month
Highlights
- City View
- Property is near public transit
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Open Floorplan
- Wood Flooring
- Living Room
About This Home
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, including #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
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,108
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 2,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Flat Roof Shape
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,582 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- City Views
- Oven
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near a bus stop
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Zoned Heating
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Gas
Community Details
- Little Caribbean Community
- Community Parking
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: NY State MLS
MLS Number: 11456691
APN: 04879-0049
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