85 Fenimore St Brooklyn, NY 11225
Prospect Lefferts Gardens NeighborhoodEstimated payment $9,629/month
About This Home
Welcome to 85 Fenimore Street, a distinguished brick townhouse nestled on one of Prospect Lefferts Gardens' most coveted historic blocks. Built in the early 20th century and rich with original character, this home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Brooklyn history while creating a home tailored to your vision. From the moment you enter, the craftsmanship of a bygone era is immediately apparent. Original herringbone parquet floors, an exposed brick fireplace, intricate moldings, five-panel mahogany doors, leaded glass windows, and beautifully preserved architectural details create a sense of warmth and timeless elegance throughout. A remarkable stained-glass skylight on the second-floor landing provides a captivating focal point, casting natural light over the staircase and highlighting the home's historic charm. The generously proportioned layout offers exceptional flexibility. Whether maintained as a two-family residence, configured as an owner's home with rental income, or explored as a conversion back to a grand single-family townhouse, the property provides a rare opportunity to create a residence that reflects your vision. Additional features include a full basement with separate entrance, private driveway, and detached garage-an extraordinary combination of amenities rarely found in Brooklyn townhouses. Located within the prestigious Lefferts Manor Historic District, where architectural character has been carefully preserved for generations, 85 Fenimore Street represents an opportunity to invest in one of Brooklyn's most desirable and enduring neighborhoods. Just moments from Prospect Park, residents enjoy easy access to the park's expansive green spaces, farmers market, tennis courts, the Boathouse, and year-round recreation. The neighborhood's vibrant dining and café scene, along with convenient access to Flatbush Avenue and the Q train, provides the perfect balance of historic charm, modern convenience, and city living. 85 Fenimore Street is more than a home-it is an opportunity to restore and reimagine a remarkable Brooklyn townhouse in one of the borough's most treasured communities.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,284
Interior Spaces
- 1,872 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Gas
Community Details
- Lefferts Manor Historic District Community
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 | $7,216 | $112,380 | $14,220 | $98,160 |
| 2025 | $6,818 | $100,980 | $14,220 | $86,760 |
| 2024 | $6,818 | $118,800 | $14,220 | $104,580 |
| 2023 | $6,573 | $118,980 | $14,220 | $104,760 |
| 2022 | $6,136 | $103,500 | $14,220 | $89,280 |
| 2021 | $6,504 | $106,200 | $14,220 | $91,980 |
| 2019 | $5,921 | $104,040 | $14,220 | $89,820 |
| 2018 | $5,390 | $29,674 | $3,432 | $26,242 |
| 2017 | $5,136 | $28,365 | $4,727 | $23,638 |
| 2016 | $5,049 | $28,365 | $5,187 | $23,178 |
| 2015 | $3,008 | $27,784 | $7,612 | $20,172 |
| 2014 | $3,008 | $26,212 | $8,617 | $17,595 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/19/2026 08/19/26 | Off Market | $1,700,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/06/2026 08/06/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/14/2026 07/14/26 | Price Changed | $1,700,000 | -2.9% | $908 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2026 06/17/26 | For Sale | $1,750,000 | -- | $935 / Sq Ft |
Source: NY State MLS
MLS Number: 11834953
APN: 05037-0093
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