NOT LISTED FOR SALE

279 Vanderbilt Ave Brooklyn, NY 11205

Clinton Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,164,000 - $3,572,000

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,240 Sq Ft
$1,030/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 14, 2015

Last sale price $2,300,000 $710 Per Sq Ft

Est. 50% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $19,679/month

119 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pre War Building
  • 4-minute walk to Clinton-Washington Avenues (G Line)
  • 4-minute walk to Edmonds Playground
  • P.S. 20 Clinton Hill Rated A
  • Garden

About This Home

As of October 2015

An unspoiled gem located in the new and chic Clinton Hill area of Brooklyn! Built in 1901, this regal brownstone is a legal two family, approximately 3,240 sf, measures 18x75, and sits on a 1350 square foot lot. A designer's dream and an opportunity to create magnificence! This home is a time capsule antique retaining all of its character and beauty...original staircases, floors, doorways, moldings, mantles, high ceilings....too many to detail. There are multiple options for a conversion. Perfect for a garden rental and an owner's triplex, or two duplexes. The canvas is blank! Bring your architect, contractor or designer and create your own vision! Be a part of this exciting neighborhood with easy access to transportation, Fort Greene Park, BAM Cultural District, fabulous restaurants, and of course the visual and artistic beauty of the Pratt Mansions!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Barranca

Compass License #30BA0932914 Listed on: 05/11/2015

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,772

Year Built

  • Built in 1906

Lot Details

  • Garden

Home Design

  • Pre War Building

Interior Spaces

  • 3,240 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property

Community Details

  • 2 Units
  • Clinthl Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Block 1915

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,772

Year Built

Built in 1906

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: De Kalb & Willoughby
  • Property SubType: Multi Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: CLINTHL
  • Architectural Style: Prewar
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Living Area: 3240.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden

Building Info

  • Units: 2
  • Total Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1906

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 1915

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2015
Closed on
Oct 13, 2015
Sold by
Brown Catherine M
Bought by
279 Vanderbilt Llc
Seller's Agent
Christine Barranca
Compass
List Price
$2,300,000
Sold Price
$2,300,000
Current Estimated Value
$3,445,799

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,145,799
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.98%
Original Mortgage
$1,840,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,461,472
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,914,197

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 1995
Sold by
Brown Catherine M
Bought by
Brown Catherine M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
279 Vanderbilt Llc $2,300,000 --
279 Vanderbilt Llc $2,300,000 --
Brown Catherine M -- --
Brown Catherine M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open 279 Vanderbilt Llc $1,840,000
Closed 279 Vanderbilt Llc $1,840,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/14/2015 10/14/15 Sold $2,300,000 0.0% $710 / Sq Ft
10/13/2015 10/13/15 Sold $2,300,000 0.0% $710 / Sq Ft
09/14/2015 09/14/15 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2015 09/13/15 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2015 07/02/15 For Sale $2,300,000 0.0% $710 / Sq Ft
05/17/2015 05/17/15 For Sale $2,300,000 -- $710 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $7,772 $207,300 $54,540 $152,760
2024 $7,772 $207,600 $54,540 $153,060
2023 $7,793 $217,500 $54,540 $162,960
2022 $7,231 $230,520 $54,540 $175,980
2021 $7,193 $177,960 $54,540 $123,420
2020 $5,395 $180,060 $54,540 $125,520
2019 $6,746 $169,440 $54,540 $114,900
2018 $6,518 $31,977 $11,562 $20,415
2017 $6,153 $30,184 $11,418 $18,766
2016 $5,694 $28,483 $9,931 $18,552
2015 $3,215 $26,872 $11,914 $14,958
2014 $3,215 $26,872 $14,217 $12,655
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christine Barranca

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Christine Barranca

    Compass

    (646) 461-8477

    29 Total Sales

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Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS10061065

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 01915-0001

New York Kings County Brooklyn 11205 Clinton Hill

279 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This home is located at 279 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205 since 11 May 2015 and is currently estimated at $3,336,321, approximately $1,029 per square foot. This property was built in 1906. 279 Vanderbilt Ave is a home located in Kings County with nearby schools including P.S. 20 Clinton Hill, Compass Charter School, and Trilok School.

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