71 Clara St Brooklyn, NY 11218
Kensington NeighborhoodEstimated payment $9,297/month
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- High Ceiling
- Farmhouse Sink
- P.S. 230 Doris L Cohen Rated A-
- Private Yard
- 4-minute walk to Albemarle Playground
About This Home
Welcome to 71 Clara Street, a sun-drenched, three-story semi-detached brick townhouse that masterfully blends classic Brooklyn character with thoughtful, contemporary renovations, including multi-zone split-unit air conditioning and smart-lock entry. From the moment you arrive, the planted front terrace sets the tone: a true outdoor living space framed by vibrant seasonal plantings and a bold navy front door that announces something special awaits inside. The generously sized main floor, with beautiful white oak floors, flows effortlessly from a spacious living room to a stylish dining area and a chef's kitchen featuring grey shaker cabinets, a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, and a dramatic matte black tile floor. Just off the living room, a dedicated office with floor-to-ceiling French doors opens to verdant treetop views, offering an inspiring work-from-home sanctuary that feels a world apart from the city. Upstairs, a skylit hallway leads to a serene primary bedroom and two additional bedrooms, all served by a beautifully appointed full bath with white subway tile and cobalt hex floors. The finished lower level, equipped with a full-size Samsung washer and dryer, adds exceptional bonus living space comprising a recreation and media room, a bonus room that could be used as a bedroom, and a bathroom. The sun-soaked, ivy-draped rear deck is a private retreat of lush wooden decking, while a garage currently used as an artist's studio adds remarkable versatility to an already spacious living arrangement. Situated on one of Kensington's most picturesque, tree-canopied blocks — quiet with little through traffic and free of mid- to high-rise buildings — 71 Clara Street sits within a neighborhood celebrated for its architectural beauty, diverse community, and thriving independent restaurant and café scene along Church Avenue. The F and G trains are minutes away for an easy Manhattan commute, and Greenwood Cemetery and Prospect Park are just around the corner. This is a lifestyle, a sanctuary, and a rare opportunity to own a complete Brooklyn home with outdoor space at every level. Reach out for a tour today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,480
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 21.000000x100.000000
- Private Entrance
- Private Yard
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1,436 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Farmhouse Sink
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Garage
- Private Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating Available
Community Details
- Kensington Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 0016 / 05311
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 | $6,240 | $74,400 | $19,620 | $54,780 |
| 2024 | $6,240 | $65,460 | $19,620 | $45,840 |
| 2023 | $6,005 | $77,700 | $19,620 | $58,080 |
| 2022 | $5,903 | $74,700 | $19,620 | $55,080 |
| 2021 | $6,182 | $75,840 | $19,620 | $56,220 |
| 2019 | $4,634 | $62,280 | $19,620 | $42,660 |
| 2018 | $1,471 | $20,901 | $8,215 | $12,686 |
| 2017 | $2,763 | $20,901 | $7,947 | $12,954 |
| 2016 | $3,836 | $20,740 | $8,281 | $12,459 |
| 2015 | $2,158 | $19,567 | $9,637 | $9,930 |
| 2014 | $2,158 | $18,460 | $10,341 | $8,119 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/27/2026 03/27/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/05/2026 03/05/26 | For Sale | $1,650,000 | +27.9% | $1,149 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/21/2018 06/21/18 | Sold | $1,290,000 | -7.9% | $898 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/22/2018 05/22/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/27/2017 11/27/17 | For Sale | $1,400,000 | -- | $975 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,290,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $325,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $325,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS20073449
APN: 05311-0016
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