87 16th St Brooklyn, NY 11215
Gowanus Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,890
Sq Ft
1,350
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- No HOA
- 3-minute walk to Prospect Avenue (D,M,N,R Line)
- No Heating
- P.S. 124 Silas B Dutcher Rated A-
About This Home
Located on a quiet tree lined street, this sun filled two family brick townhouse in South Slope/Gowanus has had a single owner for 25 years. This home is currently set up as an owners' duplex featuring 3 Brs, 2 Ba, EIK with skylight, W/D, abundant closet and storage space and hardwood floors throughout. Outdoor space includes a private deck ,the option for a roof garden, and shares the large back yard with an income producing one bedroom below. Built in 1999, and meticulously maintained, this home has a layout full of possibilities. Rooms can be reconfigured or enlarged, walls can easily be opened or moved, and you could have the roof garden you've always dreamed of creating.
This home offers an exceptional opportunity for savvy buyers looking to invest in one of Brooklyn’s most sought-after areas. At the crossroads of South Slope and Gowanus, just two blocks from the R train and near the F and G lines, commuting to downtown Brooklyn or Manhattan is effortless. Gowanus is known for its acclaimed dining scene, vibrant nightlife, and cultural hotspots, with Prospect Park, and some of Brooklyn's finest eateries nearby. If the new owner would prefer, the building can be delivered vacant.
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,600
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 15.000000x89.330000
Interior Spaces
- 1,890 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- No Cooling
- No Heating
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- 2 Units
- Gowanus Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 64 / 01046
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 15, 1999
Sold by
A & H Management Corp
Bought by
Denton Deana
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$273,007
Interest Rate
7.73%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 1997
Sold by
Leginowicz Weislaw
Bought by
A & H Management Corp
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 11, 1995
Sold by
Okic Pedro
Bought by
Leginowicz Weislaw
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$18,000
Interest Rate
7.6%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Sale Deed | $315,000 | Commonwealth Land Title Ins | |
| Deed | $42,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $12,500 | Commonwealth Land Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $663,800 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $720,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $48,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $2,017 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $273,007 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $18,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/21/2025 08/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/21/2025 08/21/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/07/2025 08/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/07/2025 08/07/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/31/2025 07/31/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/31/2025 07/31/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/03/2025 07/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/03/2025 07/03/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2025 06/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2025 06/19/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2025 06/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2025 06/12/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/05/2025 06/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/05/2025 06/05/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/19/2025 04/19/25 | For Sale | $1,675,000 | 0.0% | $886 / Sq Ft |
| 04/19/2025 04/19/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/06/2025 04/06/25 | For Sale | $1,675,000 | 0.0% | $886 / Sq Ft |
| 04/06/2025 04/06/25 | Off Market | $1,675,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | Price Changed | $1,675,000 | 0.0% | $886 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | For Sale | $1,675,000 | -11.8% | $886 / Sq Ft |
| 02/19/2025 02/19/25 | Off Market | $1,899,999 | -- | -- |
| 01/31/2025 01/31/25 | For Sale | $1,899,999 | -- | $1,005 / Sq Ft |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,637 | $86,700 | $13,800 | $72,900 |
| 2024 | $3,637 | $76,800 | $13,800 | $63,000 |
| 2023 | $3,469 | $86,100 | $13,800 | $72,300 |
| 2022 | $3,325 | $73,020 | $13,800 | $59,220 |
| 2021 | $3,505 | $67,020 | $13,800 | $53,220 |
| 2020 | $3,505 | $63,480 | $13,800 | $49,680 |
| 2019 | $3,146 | $62,160 | $13,800 | $48,360 |
| 2018 | $2,902 | $14,235 | $3,074 | $11,161 |
| 2017 | $2,829 | $13,879 | $2,707 | $11,172 |
| 2016 | $2,775 | $13,879 | $3,244 | $10,635 |
| 2015 | $1,359 | $13,328 | $4,265 | $9,063 |
| 2014 | $1,359 | $12,574 | $4,734 | $7,840 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Caryl Berenato
Seller's Agent in 2025
Caryl Berenato
Compass
(917) 804-7367
1 in this area
31 Total Sales
Map
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS11031756
APN: 01046-0064
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