208 Vanderbilt Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11205
Fort Greene
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,300 sqft
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,300 sqft
Local Information
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- Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description
Introducing 208 Vanderbilt Avenue, a rare architectural gem in the heart of Fort Greene - a modern 22-foot wide, 4 story single-family residence seamlessly designed as both a private home and a working artist's studio. With soaring proportions, thoughtful flexibility, and stunning natural light, this one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect canvas for inspired Brooklyn living.
Anchored by a dramatic double-height great room, the home exudes openness and light. A floor-to-ceiling glass wall frames the peaceful, serene garden, offering a tranquil escape and effortless indoor-outdoor flow -- ideal for both creative work and refined entertaining.
The layout is exceptionally versatile, with potential for multiple bedrooms, dedicated offices, and studio/flex spaces that can easily adapt to your lifestyle. Whether you need a live/work setup, a private gallery, or room to grow, this home provides the space and scale to accommodate it all. Every detail has been curated with both design and function in mind, from the concrete kitchen to white porcelain mosaic-tiled bathrooms, to custom storage and gallery-ready walls. Above the great room is a book-lined bedroom retreat, and the third floor features a dramatic mezzanine level framed with skylights - the perfect library, study, or additional creative zone. Up the sculptural stair is the fourth floor office, creative space or bedroom and sky-lit bathroom. Modern systems include central air conditioning and radiant heated floors.
This remarkable property sits just moments from Fort Greene Park, BAM, Pratt, and many of Brooklyn's best dining and shopping destinations. 208 Vanderbilt offers a rare blend of privacy, presence, and possibility - a true sanctuary in one of the city's most dynamic neighborhoods.
Anchored by a dramatic double-height great room, the home exudes openness and light. A floor-to-ceiling glass wall frames the peaceful, serene garden, offering a tranquil escape and effortless indoor-outdoor flow -- ideal for both creative work and refined entertaining.
The layout is exceptionally versatile, with potential for multiple bedrooms, dedicated offices, and studio/flex spaces that can easily adapt to your lifestyle. Whether you need a live/work setup, a private gallery, or room to grow, this home provides the space and scale to accommodate it all. Every detail has been curated with both design and function in mind, from the concrete kitchen to white porcelain mosaic-tiled bathrooms, to custom storage and gallery-ready walls. Above the great room is a book-lined bedroom retreat, and the third floor features a dramatic mezzanine level framed with skylights - the perfect library, study, or additional creative zone. Up the sculptural stair is the fourth floor office, creative space or bedroom and sky-lit bathroom. Modern systems include central air conditioning and radiant heated floors.
This remarkable property sits just moments from Fort Greene Park, BAM, Pratt, and many of Brooklyn's best dining and shopping destinations. 208 Vanderbilt offers a rare blend of privacy, presence, and possibility - a true sanctuary in one of the city's most dynamic neighborhoods.
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Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Has Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$1,515
Listed
88 days ago
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing by: Corcoran, (646) 361-3384
Leslie Marshall
Nicholas Hovsepian
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1821378
Home Details for 208 Vanderbilt Ave
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MLS Status: Active |
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 6 |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3300 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer/DryerDishwasher |
Heating & Cooling Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air |
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace |
View Has a ViewView: Garden |
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Exterior Home Features Patio / Porch: Other, TerraceExterior: Garden, TerraceGarden |
Parking & Garage No Garage |
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Days on Market: 88 |
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Year Built Year Built: 2016 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence |
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Price List Price: $5,000,000Price Per Sqft: $1,515 |
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Direction & Address City: BrooklynCommunity: Fort Greene |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: S1821378 |
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Building Area Building Area: 3300 Square Feet |
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HOA Fee: No HOA Fee |
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Special Conditions: Resale |
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Mls Number: S1821378Listing Url |
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STREETEASY Property ID: 8607369STREETEASY Building ID: 112835 |
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 208 Vanderbilt Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 04/13/2026 | $5,000,000 | Listed For Sale | StreetEasy #S1821378 |
| 02/09/2026 | $5,895,000 | ListingRemoved | StreetEasy #S1778970 |
| 09/03/2025 | $5,895,000 | PriceChange | StreetEasy #S1778970 |
| 07/08/2025 | $6,500,000 | Listed For Sale | StreetEasy #S1778970 |
| 06/28/2016 | $1,485,369 | Sold | N/A |
| 03/13/2003 | $365,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $12,015 |
| Assessment | $4,511,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 208 Vanderbilt Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.32 | Single-Family Home | $1,505,000 | 03/05/26 | 6 | 2.5 | 2,340 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $4,200,000 | 12/15/25 | 4 | 4 | 3,418 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | $3,135,000 | 12/19/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,795 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $2,585,000 | 08/20/25 | 4 | 3 | 3,060 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $4,200,000 | 04/17/26 | 4 | 5 | 3,831 | |
0.53 | Single-Family Home | $4,350,000 | 01/08/26 | 5 | 3.5 | 3,020 | |
0.83 | Single-Family Home | $1,725,000 | 05/04/26 | 4 | 4 | 2,430 | |
0.64 | Single-Family Home | $3,700,000 | 08/04/25 | 5 | 3 | 4,800 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 208 Vanderbilt Ave.
- Ps 20 Clinton Hill
- PK-5
- Public
- 692 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageOur child had an awful experience here, finding none of the teachers very engaging, almost no fun projects and after school activities were fine but not nearly the variety and fun of other schools. The primary teacher was quite bad - his performance rapidly dropped over a few months and anytime we tried to ask the teacher about it, she displayed a total lack of interest or any familiarity with what he was actually doing. Worksheets and quizzes that made it home often were confusing, filled with typos, and in some cases directly contradictory to what was being taught. Tests had questions incorrectly graded, work was often (mis)graded by other students and never checked by the teacher. In all, our child significantly backslid over a few months, we felt completely ignored and blown off about any of our concerns, and our child's love of school and learning evaporated. We brought our concerns to the administration and they addressed some of them, but when we finally made the decision to leave mid-year, they had no interest in hearing or discussing our concerns. In addition to our concerns, we heard from many other parents that had similar issues with he quality of the instruction. Additionally, parents invovled on committees through the PTA frequently resigned their position, as they were blocked by the school from affecting any change (fundraising, field trips, etc. )Parent Review3mo ago - Benjamin Banneker Academy
- 9-12
- Public
- 853 Students
8/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy son is a graduate from this school, no regret, no complain he did very well, teachers was excellent. know my son is a graduate with is bachelor degree in psychology and working with kids in a school. Thank you Benjamin Banneker job well done.Proud Mama.Other Review10mo ago - Ms 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center
- 6-8
- Public
- 197 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI would rate my experience at this school as good because no one really bothers me but the teachers don't really spark any leadership and they are neutral with their approach to bullyingStudent Review9y ago 
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Neighborhood Overview
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What Locals Say about Fort Greene
At least 225 Trulia users voted on each feature.
96 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
96 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
95 % Say there are sidewalks
94 % Say it's dog friendly
89 % Say kids play outside
86 % Say streets are well-lit
84 % Say people would walk alone at night
71 % Say neighbors are friendly
70 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
63 % Say there's holiday spirit
58 % Say there are community events
46 % Say yards are well-kept
45 % Say parking is easy
39 % Say it's quiet
28 % Say there's wildlife
17 % Say car is needed
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208 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,300 sqft single-family home built in 2016. 208 Vanderbilt Ave is located in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by StreetEasy on Apr 13, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# S1821378.