159 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
SOLD
OCT 9, 2025

159 Prospect Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Gowanus
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,875 sqft

$2,500,000

Last Sold: Oct 9, 2025
$1,333/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $13,889/mo*
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$2,500,000

Last Sold: Oct 9, 2025
$1,333/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $13,889/mo*
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6 Beds
3 Baths
1,875 sqft

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Description

This multi-family home is located at 159 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, NY. 159 Prospect Ave is in the Gowanus neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY and in ZIP code 11215. This property has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 1,875 sqft of floor space. The last sold price per dimension was $1,333/sqft. This property has a lot size of 1359 sqft and was built in 1929.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$1,333/sqft
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 159 Prospect Ave

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1929Year Updated: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi Family

Interior Features

Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $1,333/sqft

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1359 sqft

Price History for 159 Prospect Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/09/2025$2,500,000Sold
N/A
01/10/2025$2,600,000ContingentStreetEasy #S1743580
11/10/2024$2,600,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy #S1743580
09/23/2024$3,200,000ListingRemovedStreetEasy #1728411
09/17/2024$3,200,000PriceChange
StreetEasy #1728411
08/05/2024$2,650,000PriceChange
StreetEasy #1728411
07/30/2024$2,995,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy #1728411
04/05/2016$960,000Sold
N/A
02/20/2015$825,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/02/2015$825,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/31/2014$600,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/21/2014$600,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/20/2013$500Sold
N/A

Market trends in New York

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$772K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.8%
Price per sq ft
$643
$10MoM
Available listings
18549
515MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,450
Assessment$1,660,000
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$4,052/mo
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Comparable Sales for 159 Prospect Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
87 16th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.05
Multi-Family Home
$1,600,000
09/11/25
4
1.5
2,000
191 13th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.20
Multi-Family Home
$1,695,000
01/20/26
4
2.5
1,878
110 14th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.17
Multi-Family Home
$1,557,500
07/23/25
4
2
1,792
214 16th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.29
Multi-Family Home
$1,828,893
08/05/25
4
2.5
1,890
200 18th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.18
Multi-Family Home
$1,575,000
11/03/25
4
2.5
2,100
534 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.12
Multi-Family Home
$1,812,500
09/08/25
3
4
2,700
565 6th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.37
Multi-Family Home
$2,549,000
01/16/26
6
3
3,375
411 12th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.58
Multi-Family Home
$2,500,000
09/09/25
5
3
2,376
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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Gowanus

At least 195 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 85 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 55 % Say there are community events

  • 42 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 41 % Say it's quiet

  • 29 % Say parking is easy

  • 28 % Say there's wildlife

  • 26 % Say car is needed

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    "There are a lot of parks and many young children in the area. It is a decent area for kids, although it is urban. "
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    "this is a pet friendly area. So many people and businesses enjoy our furry family members and encourage inciting tactics like water bowls outside stores. "
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  • Steve S.
    " it has the right amount of entertainment, dining, nightlife and family friendly. I never feel unsafe here. I love it. "
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  • Sarah.statz
    "Good. Sometimes the F train is really packed. Overall it is not too bad generally but when it is bad it’s really bad. "
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  • Rickfinch33
    "Good public transportation is available - though slow on the N and R lines. Travel to midtown is 45 mins. Can be a bit more on weekends and Late at night "
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  • Erin.turner
    "This area feels very safe and is extremely well kept. I would enjoy taking kids or my family here to show them around"
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  • Maeen A.
    "Park slope is very nice place to live , it has great schools nearby easy for the kids to go to, it also has good public park , I always take my son there every Sunday to practice with him soccerball. "
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  • Jaime.n.stanley
    "This is a happy up and coming area with great train access and new restaurants everyday. I love living here. "
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  • Kaitlynsnipes
    "I drive around the area, sometimes it can get congested or backed up but it’s usually a decent commute. "
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  • Haggarty_john
    "Perfect for dogs. People walking their dogs all the time. A few dog parks within a short drive. All of our neighbors have dogs"
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  • Tnicole225
    "I have lived in this area for the past 7 years and I think it’s pretty cool. Easy walk to shopping, restaurants and subway."
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  • Melissa p. m.
    "It’s super hip. There are lots of cool spots in the neighborhood- for lots of different groups. Great restaurants and a cool vibe. Shopping is easy and the subways are close by. "
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  • Mattleaney
    "2 years love it, would like to buy here. Great schools and shops. Court street is great. Park is a bit far but a nice walk. "
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  • Msjonesnyc
    "Nonstop construction, cutting down of trees for hotels, overcrowded grocery stores, consistently riding rent rates year after year"
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159 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215 is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,875 sqft multi-family built in 1929. 159 Prospect Ave is located in Gowanus, Brooklyn. This property is not currently available for sale. 159 Prospect Ave was last sold on Oct 9, 2025 for $2,500,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 159 Prospect Ave is $2,311,100.