159 Whitman Dr, Brooklyn, NY 11234
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OFF MARKET

$4,613,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 7 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 7,733 sqft

159 Whitman Dr, Brooklyn, NY 11234

Mill Basin
Est. Refi. Payment $26,025/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 2, 2018 for $2,600,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$4.61M
Since last month
Increased$27K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$27K (+0.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$2M (+77.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +70% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$4.61M
July 2026$4.59M
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.01
Single-Family Home
$2,500,000
01/16/26
6
6
2,104
0.04
Single-Family Home
$2,500,000
01/05/26
5
4.5
3,500
0.21
Single-Family Home
$3,150,000
08/11/26
5
5.5
11,360
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,699,000
12/15/25
6
4
3,684
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
02/02/26
4
4.5
3,100
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,680,000
10/10/25
5
4.5
4,500
0.22
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
12/29/25
4
4
3,303
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,875,000
04/02/26
4
2
4,200
0.47
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
05/15/26
5
4
4,020
0.23
Single-Family Home
$918,000
12/31/25
5
4
3,100

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.06
$1,500,000
4
3
6,545
For Sale
0.09
$1,355,200
3
2.5
2,506
Off Market
0.09
$1,100,000
3
3
2,506
Recently Sold
0.09
$1,100,000
3
3
2,506
Recently Sold
0.04
$2,500,000
5
4.5
3,500
Recently Sold
0.06
$1,399,000
3
1.5
2,720
For Sale
0.06
$1,399,000
3
2.5
2,720
For Sale
0.11
$1,621,200
5
4.5
3,069
Off Market
0.06
$1,258,900
3
2.5
-
Off Market
0.06
$1,094,500
3
2.5
2,360
Off Market
0.09
$1,799,000
6
5
5,575
For Sale
0.14
$2,495,900
7
4
-
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1960
Living Area
7,733 sqft
Price/Sqft
$597
Parking
None

About this House

This charming 6 bed, 5.5 bath mid century style waterfront home sits on 8000 sq ft of land. Drive up into a two car garage with a beautiful brick driveway with space for three additional cars. This entertainer's dream features a spiral wooden staircase sprawling through the entire house, naturally lit by floor to ceiling windows. The first floor features an entertainment room with a full bar, living room, and sauna and a beautiful entrance to the dock and heated in-ground pool. On the second floor, find two bedrooms with plentiful closet space, eat in the kitchen, family room, and a formal dining room with a front wrap-around terrace. Master bedroom on the third floor features French doors overlooking the waterfront and a balcony overseeing the pool. Accompanied by a bathroom with a beautiful jacuzzi with his and her side sinks and a standing glass door shower, this floor has two additional bedrooms, an office, and a full bathroom as well as a massive walk-in closet. An updated Nest Heating system which is accessible from all floors keeps everyone comfortable.
159 Whitman Dr, Brooklyn, NY 11234 is a 7 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 7,733 sqft single-family home in Mill Basin, built in 1960. It last sold for $2,600,000 on Apr 2, 2018. More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2021 with an asking price of $10,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 16, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $4,613,300, with a rent estimate of $7,306/month.

Home Details for 159 Whitman Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960Year Updated: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
DeckPorch
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7880 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 16, 2021
Source: NY State MLS
ListingRemoved
Oct 26, 2021
Source: NY State MLS #11020167
Listed For Rent
$10,000
Oct 26, 2021
Source: NY State MLS
ListingRemoved
Sep 30, 2021
Source: NY State MLS #11020167
PriceChange
$3,688,888
Price decreased by 5%
Sep 12, 2021
Source: NY State MLS #11020167
PriceChange
$3,899,999
Price increased by 5%

Market trends in New York

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$794K
$26.67K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.0%
0.1%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$679
$26
MoM
Available listings
17724
933
MoM

Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Mill Basin

At least 123 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 63 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 37 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Iris s
    "In this neighborhood for 30 years and love it. Quiet secluded safe with some good shopping and close to belt parkway "
  • Trulia User
    "The buses are very close and the trains are in close distance and can be access either by walking or the bus"
  • Jalgarin
    "It’s a basin so there’s little to almost no thru traffic. It’s secluded and you forget your in Brooklyn. Very quiet and private. "
  • Toni S.
    "People stay to themselves and living here is more like the suburbs. good quality of life. Good neighborhood school. "
  • Ed2413
    "Little public transportation. You’re driving to work. There’s no train nearby and really only 2 buses. "
  • Katerina
    "we have an Express bus service to the city. 1hour and you are in Manhattan. Very convenient and comfortable."
  • Anthony G.
    "my old neighbors made me feel welcome when I moved in & when the next person did it I returned the favor to the new house "
  • Ariel.raza21
    "Very nice peaceful and quiet a lot of nice people a lot of games and good service in the community and very nice homes with excellent neighbors and a park and good transportation "
  • Lawdaw10
    "I call Mill Basin the suburbs of Brooklyn. Quiet. Easy parking. Well maintained houses. Neighbors aren’t the most social. But respectful."
  • Karen B.
    "No middle school that’s good around mill basin and small houses for prices, it’s easy to rent and we have wonderful elementary school "
  • Laynemonique524
    "some of the people are disrespectful smh but I be on my own. but this neighborhood is nice and kid friendly"

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Frequently asked questions about 159 Whitman Dr

  • What is 159 Whitman Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 159 Whitman Dr in Brooklyn, NY is $4,613,300.
  • What is the price history for 159 Whitman Dr?
    159 Whitman Dr in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $2,600,000 in April 2018.
  • Is Brooklyn a buyer's or seller's market?
    Brooklyn is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Brooklyn?
    The median sale price in Brooklyn is $794K. That is up $26.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 159 Whitman Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 159 Whitman Dr in Brooklyn, NY has air conditioning.
  • Does 159 Whitman Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 159 Whitman Dr in Brooklyn, NY has a pool.

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