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Seller's Agent in 2025
Cathleen Oscar
Corcoran Group
(212) 327-0142
1 in this area
12 Total Sales
189 13th St Brooklyn, NY 11215
Gowanus Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,800
Sq Ft
1,742
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of August 2025189 13th Street offers an exceptional opportunity for development or personal refinement - sitting on a 20.75 x 100-foot lot, this property is ready to be reimagined. Currently 1,805 square feet, it boasts a maximum allowable floor area ratio (FAR) of 4,150 sq ft, making it a prime candidate for expansion. Whether you are an end-user with a vision to create a spacious dream home, or a developer looking to maximize its potential, this property offers flexibility and room for expansion. This charming townhouse is currently configured as a two-unit property, encompassing an inviting owner's duplex and a spacious rental apartment. The owner's duplex features two generously sized bedrooms and two well-appointed bathrooms, seamlessly blending modern convenience with the character of Brooklyn townhouse living. Its layout is perfect for intimate gatherings or peaceful retreats, while the additional bedroom space can serve as a home office or guest room, adapting to the needs of a modern lifestyle. Southwestern sunlight pours through the windows, illuminating the interiors and hardwood floors lend a touch of elegance. The rental unit, a comfortable two-bedroom apartment, offers immediate income potential. With its prime Gowanus/Park Slope location, close to shopping, dining, and public transportation, 189 13th Street is a rare opportunity to create something truly special in one of Brooklyn's most coveted neighborhoods.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Corcoran Group License #40OS1064565 Listed on: 02/04/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Direct Deal Listing
Direct Deal License #A
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $20,088
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- 2,075 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100.00x20.75
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Washer Hookup
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- No Cooling
Community Details
- 2 Units
- Gowanus Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 0052 / 01027
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 4, 2025
Closed on
Aug 29, 2025
Sold by
Muller Marion
Bought by
Cao Dorothy
Seller's Agent
Cathleen Oscar
Corcoran Group
Buyer's Agent
Direct Deal Listing
Direct Deal
List Price
$1,999,000
Sold Price
$1,670,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$329,000
-16.46%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$43,313
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.51%
Original Mortgage
$1,336,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,330,150
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$383,163
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 10, 2003
Sold by
Hernandez Edwin and Muller Marion
Bought by
Muller Marion
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$173,500
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 1997
Sold by
Pinero Atilano Villar
Bought by
Muller Marion and Hernandez Edwin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$142,500
Interest Rate
7.81%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 28, 1996
Sold by
Fellipello Elaine
Bought by
Rivera Porfirio and Rivera Rosa
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
7.98%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,670,000 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $150,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Deed | $150,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Deed | $190,000 | Transamerica Title Ins Compa | |
| Deed | $190,000 | Transamerica Title Ins Compa |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,336,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $173,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $142,500 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $170,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2025 09/11/25 | Price Changed | $1,670,000 | 0.0% | $928 / Sq Ft |
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | Sold | $1,670,000 | -16.5% | $928 / Sq Ft |
| 12/20/2024 12/20/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2024 10/23/24 | For Sale | $1,999,000 | -- | $1,111 / Sq Ft |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
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 | $3,605 | $106,860 | $19,500 | $87,360 |
| 2024 | $3,605 | $117,120 | $19,500 | $97,620 |
| 2023 | $3,470 | $129,240 | $19,500 | $109,740 |
| 2022 | $2,424 | $112,080 | $19,500 | $92,580 |
| 2021 | $3,413 | $100,980 | $19,500 | $81,480 |
| 2020 | $1,638 | $112,080 | $19,500 | $92,580 |
| 2019 | $3,080 | $120,060 | $19,500 | $100,560 |
| 2018 | $2,843 | $15,405 | $2,243 | $13,162 |
| 2017 | $2,694 | $14,688 | $3,006 | $11,682 |
| 2016 | $2,626 | $14,688 | $4,059 | $10,629 |
| 2015 | $1,451 | $14,230 | $5,898 | $8,332 |
| 2014 | $1,451 | $13,436 | $5,601 | $7,835 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Cathleen Oscar
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Dwayne Powell
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Dwayne Powell
Corcoran Group
(917) 309-2414
2 in this area
21 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Direct Deal Listing
Direct Deal
Map
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS11017619
APN: 01027-0052
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