192 Nelson St
Brooklyn, NY 11231
Carroll Gardens
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,000 sqft
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,000 sqft
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Description
Welcome home to this beautifully restored, 20-foot wide three-story 1899 Federal-style three-family townhouse on one of the sweetest residential blocks in all of Carroll Gardens. This meticulously redesigned, fully gut-renovated home seamlessly combines historic architectural character with modern living.
The entire building underwent a complete renovation in 2009, at which time all electrical and plumbing systems were replaced. The garden level was excavated and fully finished. The rear wall was rebuilt. 15-foot extensions were added to the parlor and garden levels. The roof and most major systems were replaced or updated, wood-clad Andersen windows were installed in all units, and natural hardwood floors were installed throughout.
The owner's duplex spans the parlor and garden levels and is organized around spaces that set it apart from any comparable Brooklyn townhouse on the market.
The parlor floor centers on a generous living room anchored by a working fireplace with a restored brick mantle. Wide-plank solid hardwood floors run throughout, and deep crown molding and original interior shutters on the street-facing windows speak to the building's 1899 bones. The primary bedroom is on this floor as well, quiet and well-proportioned, with leafy views through a pair of double-hung windows. The full bathroom has radiant heated floors, a glass-enclosed corner shower, soaking tub, dark walnut vanity with marble countertop, and subway tile with black mosaic border detailing.
The kitchen is the architectural centerpiece of the home. Built within the 2009 rear extension, it sits beneath a full cedar-framed Four Seasons glass roof: a continuous skylight structure that floods the room with natural light and opens onto views of the garden below. The island seats four and is topped with unpolished Carrara marble. Cabinetry is Merillat solid wood in a warm cherry finish. Appliances include a Bosch range and built-in microwave, Bosch dishwasher, and LG French door refrigerator. Radiant heat is in the kitchen floor, and Andersen patio doors open directly onto a private deck outside.
The garden level adds a second full floor of living space with a character entirely its own: polished concrete radiant-heated floors, whitewashed exposed brick, a second fireplace (decorative), and Andersen patio doors opening to a private rear yard with brick pavers and established plantings. The full width of the building at this level gives it the quality of a loft within a townhouse. Washer/dryer in unit. Central air throughout; compressor replaced in 2025.
Units 2 and 3 are market-rate rentals on the upper floors, and they retain the original architectural character of the 1899 structure. Both apartments feature original plaster crown molding, raised panel wall molding, arched interior doorways, solid hardwood floors, and wood-clad windows framing treetop views over Nelson Street and the backyard. The kitchens have Merillat solid-wood cabinetry, marble countertops, subway tile backsplashes, and stainless appliances including gas ranges and Bosch dishwashers. Bathrooms are finished in white subway tile with black border detailing, dark vanities with marble tops, and hex mosaic floor tile. Each unit has independent heat and hot water, two thermostat zones, French doors and large, well-proportioned rooms with generous ceiling heights. Both units are leased at full market rate.
192 Nelson Street sits near Carroll Park, one of Brooklyn's oldest parks, which functions as the neighborhood's living room: bocce courts, a dog run, playgrounds, and summer movie nights. Lucali is on Henry Street. Frankies 457 is around the corner. Court Street Grocers, Buttermilk Channel, Ugly Baby, and Cafe Spaghetti are all within a short walk. Caputo's and Mazzola Bakery have been here since 1904 and 1928, respectively, and show no signs of stopping. The International School of Brooklyn, one of the city's leading dual-language schools, is at the top of the block.
The entire building underwent a complete renovation in 2009, at which time all electrical and plumbing systems were replaced. The garden level was excavated and fully finished. The rear wall was rebuilt. 15-foot extensions were added to the parlor and garden levels. The roof and most major systems were replaced or updated, wood-clad Andersen windows were installed in all units, and natural hardwood floors were installed throughout.
The owner's duplex spans the parlor and garden levels and is organized around spaces that set it apart from any comparable Brooklyn townhouse on the market.
The parlor floor centers on a generous living room anchored by a working fireplace with a restored brick mantle. Wide-plank solid hardwood floors run throughout, and deep crown molding and original interior shutters on the street-facing windows speak to the building's 1899 bones. The primary bedroom is on this floor as well, quiet and well-proportioned, with leafy views through a pair of double-hung windows. The full bathroom has radiant heated floors, a glass-enclosed corner shower, soaking tub, dark walnut vanity with marble countertop, and subway tile with black mosaic border detailing.
The kitchen is the architectural centerpiece of the home. Built within the 2009 rear extension, it sits beneath a full cedar-framed Four Seasons glass roof: a continuous skylight structure that floods the room with natural light and opens onto views of the garden below. The island seats four and is topped with unpolished Carrara marble. Cabinetry is Merillat solid wood in a warm cherry finish. Appliances include a Bosch range and built-in microwave, Bosch dishwasher, and LG French door refrigerator. Radiant heat is in the kitchen floor, and Andersen patio doors open directly onto a private deck outside.
The garden level adds a second full floor of living space with a character entirely its own: polished concrete radiant-heated floors, whitewashed exposed brick, a second fireplace (decorative), and Andersen patio doors opening to a private rear yard with brick pavers and established plantings. The full width of the building at this level gives it the quality of a loft within a townhouse. Washer/dryer in unit. Central air throughout; compressor replaced in 2025.
Units 2 and 3 are market-rate rentals on the upper floors, and they retain the original architectural character of the 1899 structure. Both apartments feature original plaster crown molding, raised panel wall molding, arched interior doorways, solid hardwood floors, and wood-clad windows framing treetop views over Nelson Street and the backyard. The kitchens have Merillat solid-wood cabinetry, marble countertops, subway tile backsplashes, and stainless appliances including gas ranges and Bosch dishwashers. Bathrooms are finished in white subway tile with black border detailing, dark vanities with marble tops, and hex mosaic floor tile. Each unit has independent heat and hot water, two thermostat zones, French doors and large, well-proportioned rooms with generous ceiling heights. Both units are leased at full market rate.
192 Nelson Street sits near Carroll Park, one of Brooklyn's oldest parks, which functions as the neighborhood's living room: bocce courts, a dog run, playgrounds, and summer movie nights. Lucali is on Henry Street. Frankies 457 is around the corner. Court Street Grocers, Buttermilk Channel, Ugly Baby, and Cafe Spaghetti are all within a short walk. Caputo's and Mazzola Bakery have been here since 1904 and 1928, respectively, and show no signs of stopping. The International School of Brooklyn, one of the city's leading dual-language schools, is at the top of the block.
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Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Has Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$1,267
Listed
Less than a day ago
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listing by: Douglas Elliman, (917) 924-2145
Brandon Mason
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1834163
Home Details for 192 Nelson St
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MLS Status: Active |
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 13 |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3000 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer/DryerDishwasher |
Heating & Cooling Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air |
Fireplace & Spa Has a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
View Has a ViewView: Garden |
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Exterior Home Features Patio / Porch: OtherExterior: Balcony, GardenGarden |
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Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia |
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Year Built Year Built: 1899 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family |
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Price List Price: $3,800,000Price Per Sqft: $1,267 |
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Direction & Address City: BrooklynCommunity: Carroll Gardens |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: S1834163 |
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Building Area Building Area: 3000 Square Feet |
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HOA Fee: No HOA Fee |
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Special Conditions: Resale |
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Mls Number: S1834163Listing Url |
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STREETEASY Property ID: 150359STREETEASY Building ID: 55806 |
Market trends in New York
Last updated May 2026
Avg. sale price
$772K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.8%
Price per sq ft
$643
$10MoM
Available listings
18549
515MoM
Price History for 192 Nelson St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 06/17/2026 | $3,800,000 | Listed For Sale | StreetEasy #S1834163 |
| 08/16/2008 | $1,360,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $10,713 |
| Assessment | $2,907,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 192 Nelson St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.10 | Multi-Family Home | $3,400,000 | 10/20/25 | 4 | 4 | 3,507 | |
0.32 | Multi-Family Home | $2,430,000 | 04/24/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,320 | |
0.24 | Multi-Family Home | $3,860,000 | 07/25/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,669 | |
0.24 | Multi-Family Home | $3,425,000 | 12/31/25 | 7 | 4 | 3,612 | |
0.31 | Multi-Family Home | $1,945,000 | 01/08/26 | 3 | 3 | 2,025 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 192 Nelson St.
- Ps 58 The Carroll
- PK-5
- Public
- 756 Students
8/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy son has attended this school since pre-K. As a family that is neither white, wealthy, nor French, he has often felt like an outsider. Unfortunately, he's been subjected to frequent bullying, and the social environment has been deeply unwelcoming.While many of the teachers have shown kindness and have genuinely supported his academic growth, the overall culture among students is troubling. The atmosphere is dominated by privilege, and we’ve found that the most difficult dynamics often come from children of extremely wealthy or insular families.Parent culture here is cliquish and performative, often projecting unresolved personal issues onto their children’s school experiences. The administration, including the principal, has been largely ineffective at addressing bullying or creating meaningful change — and at times seems unwilling to engage with conflict directly.This school feels designed for a narrow, elite demographic, and many aspects — from the school "merch" in French to the unspoken social codes — reflect that exclusivity.We’ve made the difficult decision not to return next year. No family should feel invisible or unsafe in a place meant for learning and growth.Parent Review1y ago - Brooklyn Secondary School For Collaborative Studies
- 6-12
- Public
- 585 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWith providing, true, qualitative data: A true community of deep learning. If you looking for a school where you are expected to "fit the mold", look elsewhere. If you are looking for a school where you expanding the mold, look no further. BCS is part of a consortium schools with a longstanding, transformative educational framework, expanding on its already robust arts, science, ELA and Math programs. Also incorporated are innovative extracurricular enrichment programs for students to figure out how they contribute their time, talents and gifts to. Many students are able to find their place in the school from the very first day ( at student/family orientation, during school tours, first day of school) while some eventually find their path with the true guidance, support and encouragement that BCS' teachers, school admin leaders, staff and overall community provides. As a parent, it is a true honor and wonderful experience to behold when seeing the students in their element of overall professional presentation with PBATs. What they have been learning throughout the year/semester is dynamically put into their words, while simultaneously watching their analytical, critical-thinking, interpersonal, public speaking, effective communication and engagement skills in action. Every chance I get to walk through their halls, sit in their classrooms, and I walk many kinds of school halls and sat in many classrooms in NYC alone- its never a perspective of just another school, but actually preparedness for their future levels of life, whether its college or any structured paths that lead to their overall success. I highly recommend this learning environment to any student whose aims are to always level up.Parent Review3w ago 
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95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
93 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
87 % Say people would walk alone at night
84 % Say kids play outside
83 % Say streets are well-lit
69 % Say neighbors are friendly
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
54 % Say there are community events
47 % Say yards are well-kept
45 % Say it's quiet
42 % Say parking is easy
33 % Say there's wildlife
20 % Say car is needed
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192 Nelson St, Brooklyn, NY 11231 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,000 sqft multi-family built in 1899. 192 Nelson St is located in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by StreetEasy on Jun 17, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# S1834163.