208 Vanderbilt Ave Brooklyn, NY 11205
Clinton Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $28,098/month
Highlights
- Green Building
- High Ceiling
- Patio
- P.S. 20 Clinton Hill Rated A
- Cooling Available
- 5-minute walk to Oracle Playground
About This Home
Introducing 208 Vanderbilt Avenue, a rare architectural gem in the heart of Fort Greene - a modern 22-foot wide, 4 story single-family residence seamlessly designed as both a private home and a working artist's studio. With soaring proportions, thoughtful flexibility, and stunning natural light, this one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect canvas for inspired Brooklyn living.
Anchored by a dramatic double-height great room, the home exudes openness and light. A floor-to-ceiling glass wall frames the peaceful, serene garden, offering a tranquil escape and effortless indoor-outdoor flow -- ideal for both creative work and refined entertaining.
The layout is exceptionally versatile, with potential for multiple bedrooms, dedicated offices, and studio/flex spaces that can easily adapt to your lifestyle. Whether you need a live/work setup, a private gallery, or room to grow, this home provides the space and scale to accommodate it all. Every detail has been curated with both design and function in mind, from the concrete kitchen to white porcelain mosaic-tiled bathrooms, to custom storage and gallery-ready walls. Above the great room is a book-lined bedroom retreat, and the third floor features a dramatic mezzanine level framed with skylights - the perfect library, study, or additional creative zone. Up the sculptural stair is the fourth floor office, creative space or bedroom and sky-lit bathroom. Modern systems include central air conditioning and radiant heated floors.
This remarkable property sits just moments from Fort Greene Park, BAM, Pratt, and many of Brooklyn's best dining and shopping destinations. 208 Vanderbilt offers a rare blend of privacy, presence, and possibility - a true sanctuary in one of the city's most dynamic neighborhoods.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,156
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 2,200 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100.00x22.00
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 3,300 Sq Ft Home
- 4-Story Property
- High Ceiling
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer Dryer Allowed
- Washer Hookup
Eco-Friendly Details
- Green Building
- Smoke Free Home
Additional Features
- Patio
- Cooling Available
Community Details
- Fort Greene Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 0037 / 02092
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $12,162 | $235,740 | $29,640 | $206,100 |
| 2025 | $12,070 | $270,660 | $29,640 | $241,020 |
| 2024 | $12,070 | $289,740 | $29,640 | $260,100 |
| 2023 | $11,514 | $294,240 | $29,640 | $264,600 |
| 2022 | $10,677 | $294,300 | $29,640 | $264,660 |
| 2021 | $10,619 | $265,740 | $29,640 | $236,100 |
| 2020 | $5,279 | $253,680 | $29,640 | $224,040 |
| 2019 | $10,476 | $201,720 | $29,640 | $172,080 |
| 2018 | $9,631 | $47,244 | $5,271 | $41,973 |
| 2017 | $9,086 | $44,570 | $6,447 | $38,123 |
| 2016 | $8,406 | $42,048 | $6,337 | $35,711 |
| 2015 | $5,071 | $42,048 | $8,681 | $33,367 |
| 2014 | $5,071 | $41,732 | $10,339 | $31,393 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/13/2026 04/13/26 | Price Changed | $5,000,000 | 0.0% | $1,515 / Sq Ft |
| 04/13/2026 04/13/26 | For Sale | $5,000,000 | -15.2% | $1,515 / Sq Ft |
| 02/15/2026 02/15/26 | Off Market | $5,895,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | Price Changed | $5,895,000 | -9.3% | $1,786 / Sq Ft |
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | For Sale | $6,500,000 | -- | $1,970 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,485,369 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,485,369 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,485,369 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,705,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $1,705,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $0 | No Value Available |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS20035281
APN: 02092-0037
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