20 Danforth St, Brooklyn, NY 11208
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FOR SALE
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$975,000

  • 7 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,980 sqft

20 Danforth St, Brooklyn, NY 11208

East New York
Est. Mortgage $5,735/mo*
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1901
$492/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to 20 Danforth Street, a legal two-family residence in Cypress Hills that offers a practical entry point into Brooklyn homeownership and investment. This property is a solid choice for those looking to live in one unit while generating rental income from the other, or for the savvy investor seeking a turnkey addition to their portfolio. Property will be delivered FULLY VACANT.

The building is configured as a four bedroom, one bathroom unit over a three bedroom, one bathroom unit. The layout is straightforward throughout, offering plenty of space and versatility.

Adding to the versatility of the home is a fully finished basement. This flexible area is ready to be tailored to your specific needs—think a dedicated home gym, a tucked-away creative studio, or ample space for organized storage.

Outside, you’ll find a private backyard that serves as your own personal outdoor retreat, perfect for gardening or dining alfresco.

The location makes getting around a breeze, with straightforward access to the J train and local highways for an efficient commute. 20 Danforth Street is a strategic opportunity to secure a property that balances long-term potential with a functional, welcoming atmosphere.
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Open House

Sunday, September 20
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listing by: Compass, (347) 424-2385
Brenda Moreno
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1847088

Home Details for 20 Danforth St

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1980 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
No Cooling
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: OtherExterior: Courtyard
Parking & Garage
No Garage

Days on Market

Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1901
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $975,000Price Per Sqft: $492

Location

Direction & Address
City: BrooklynCommunity: Cypress Hills

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: S1847088

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1980 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Resale

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: S1847088Listing Url

Additional Information

STREETEASY Property ID: 10608723STREETEASY Building ID: 155685

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Neighborhood Overview

East New York
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What Locals Say about East New York

At least 2739 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 48 % Say car is needed

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 38 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say parking is easy

  • 36 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Aikoyy013
    "Very quite place kind of people neighbors very high rate elementary school and grocery stores pharmacy something like that "
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  • Trulia User
    "What comes to mind are the parades. Summer pools days when the city closes the street for kids to play with the hydrant water and we do cookout."
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  • mayrelis grullon
    "Great parks, commercials, the train and buses are close . Great school district specially for middle school "
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  • Marilyn Saytue
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 4 years. Calm neighborhood, with easy going neighbors. Thrift stores, eateries, supermarkets, barbershops, schools, churches, mosques, parks, green thumbs gardens and more."
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  • Donsimmonsny36
    "Good place to live nice area schools parks bus train near buy it’s convenient place to be at and easy travel "
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  • Jason St. Bernard
    "Good schools and distance to the school super friendly environment and good for kids enough supermarkets"
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  • Jason St. Bernard
    "Dog parks , very friendly animals and a lot of space for the dog to run free and the shops they have for grooming and cleaning dogs "
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  • Nkkbrathwaite
    "The place is being kept to okay standers. It is a quiet neighborhood with kids in the area that loves dogs."
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  • James Taylor
    "Neighborhood is very family oriented I can walk my dog with no problem. I can go to the store and get whatever I need and I love the hospitality people say good morning and have a great day even say good night."
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  • Sam Firempong
    "Block parties, loud . Not a safe neighborhood. But to each is his own just be careful of the street pharmacists lurking in the corners"
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  • Kerilious jules
    "The place is not bad it’s just like any other neighborhood in America expect some weird stuff from time to time but other than that you should be alright, if you stay out the way people stay out your way very simple."
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  • Stanley Clotaire
    "It’s a very vibrant neighborhood . The community sticks together, the food is great, the park is beautiful "
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  • Jose Cardona
    "There are a lot of restaurants in the area and the transit makes it easy to go anywhere in the city. "
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  • Elkins Martinez
    "There are many dog owners in this area and ontop of that there’s a nice big park nearby for playing catch and fetch petco nearby aswell so yeah a good spot."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s ok I was just so used to the neighborhood has its ups and down, I like that there are multiple parks to take your children to and the transportation is very convenient "
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  • Javaughn Farquharson
    "Quiet, safe neighborhood though it can look intimidating. Not much food options but neighboring areas like Bushwick and Bedstuy are close by"
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  • Kymora Rodney
    "3 train van sic Ac van sic Thankfully , cooperative when delay , can’t complain when it comes to the public "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are no dog parks around here not dog friendly and people are mean all the time cars drive recklessly "
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  • Zelda Bovian
    "It’s a very high crime neighborhood not a good neighborhood to be walking in at night there’s always shootings car theft and a high number of crimes also there is also a lot of fires and not to forget a high number of drug addicts lurking around "
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  • Nunya
    "Wasn’t so bad in 2017 but now its terrible almost got shot last Halloween trick or treating had my first car they stole my parts Very high in gang activity my kid and I was almost stabbed coming home from local school by another student in local school Don’t move here stay in a shelter or where ever you are it’s not worth it "
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  • Jocelyn C
    "People are dog friendly meaning no one is really scared of dogs but people don’t curve their dogs so your dog might eat another dog’s poop."
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  • Wellington_diaz
    "Not a good place to raise your kids. High crime, noisy and too many people in the way. Home prices are too high for a place with little to offer. "
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  • Shellzwilliam76
    "Please get rid of the rats and roaches before renting this property. This property may look nice but there are a lot of hidden surprises you will only experience by living in this property. "
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  • Maria Perez
    "Some areas are very safe. Many places in the area are full of caring neighbors. There’s also lively with different types of culture and music. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The community diversity I lived here for two years and u can’t classify this neighborhood by any race and we all treat eachother with respect "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s more of a neighborhood for older folks not really suitable for young, lively people. It’s not too bad but it’s not my vibe "
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  • Trulia User
    "train access is close to my home but there are limited options. There are also busses that can be used for transportation."
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  • Trulia User
    "I love this neighborhood. It is a great community for families. Love the access to shopping for all needs close by. "
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  • Trulia User
    "i use to live in the neighborhood i like itit easy to get to the store or train i grown up on hinsdale the neighnor are very frirndly i know ill be okay thetr"
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 20+ years! The Block Parties were among 1st community event. The Old-Timers’ Celebration, cookout, music groups from the ‘70’s & ‘80’s. A chance to see neighbors I haven’t seen in years!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Horrible not friendly dirty not livable basically a big dump doesn’t feel like home. Not for anyone who wants a basic quality of life"
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  • Trulia User
    "basketball tournament's and alot of community events. Parks are great for the kids would not mind at all buying a place in this neighborhood in the future "
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  • Trulia User
    "almost all the people in the area are Hispanic people and I like it because and I like living in this area because it looks safe and there are also many stores where you can go shopping"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s commute is very easy. n grain and bus are around the area. It’s always very busy. A few buses and only one train which is the J train. "
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  • Trulia User
    "highland Park Logan Park a mix variety of people Spanish Africans caucasians Asians very diverse community"
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  • Trulia User
    "my commute is very short and my fast. everything is close together. I like living out here better than the Bronxs. I like my commute. I live next to the train that's the best. The shopping area next to trains is a plus."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a good area too live and commute in and the transportation is very well timed and very good also the diversity in the area is very friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s Very Well Mixed Races and Very Well Friendly I Would Definitely recommend people to live here because of its diversity "
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  • Trulia User
    "The transportation the train every bus down the block from me. Time for me to start my retirement life this isn't good for me any more"
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  • Trulia User
    "What makes the neighborhood unique is it’s diverseness. We see a multitude of cultures surrounding the neighborhood. Some supermarkets have a unique choice of food items, and include a lot of Caribbean items you might not find in gentrified communities. "
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Market trends in New York

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$818K
$21.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$704
$22MoM
Available listings
16526
1221MoM

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
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Sqft
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7
3
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2,124
451 Ridgewood Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
0.06
Multi-Family Home
$945,000
02/03/26
6
5
2,056
12 Danforth Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.01
Multi-Family Home
$800,000
01/22/26
4
2
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255 Lincoln Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
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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
317 Etna Street, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.05
$899,000
4
2
1,466
For Sale
12 Danforth Street, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.01
$800,000
4
2
1,980
Recently Sold
298 Etna St, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.03
$901,000
4
2
-
Recently Sold
101 Hemlock St, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.08
$494,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
150 Autumn Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.06
$786,600
3
2
1,270
Off Market
2 Danforth, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.04
$399,000
-
-
-
For Sale
88 Hemlock, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.09
$1,089,000
6
2
-
For Sale
100 Autumn Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.10
$965,100
5
2
1,636
Off Market
360 Etna St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.10
$903,200
3
2.5
1,250
Off Market
477 Ridgewood Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.07
$473,000
4
2
1,416
Recently Sold
487 Ridgewood Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208
0.08
$1,032,000
5
3
-
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 14, 2026
Source: StreetEasy #S1847088
Listed For Sale
$975,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Brenda Moreno, Compass, (347) 424-2385

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Frequently asked questions about 20 Danforth St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 20 Danforth St?
    Based on a $975,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 20 Danforth St in Brooklyn, NY is approximately $5,870 (about $5,210 principal & interest, $585 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 20 Danforth St compare to homes in Brooklyn?
    20 Danforth St in Brooklyn, NY is listed at $975,000, about 19% above the $818K median sale price in Brooklyn.
  • What do residents say about the East New York neighborhood?
    Residents describe the East New York neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and dog-friendly. See homes for sale in East New York, Brooklyn.
  • What are the closest schools to 20 Danforth St?
    The closest schools to 20 Danforth St in Brooklyn, NY are HIGHLAND PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (Middle, rated 7/10), Is 171 Abraham Lincoln (Middle, rated 6/10), Multicultural High School (rated 5/10).
20 Danforth St, Brooklyn, NY 11208 is a 7 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,980 sqft multi-family built in 1901. 20 Danforth St is located in East New York, Brooklyn. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by StreetEasy on Sep 14, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# S1847088.