228 79th St, Brooklyn, NY 11209
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OFF MARKET

228 79th St
Brooklyn, NY 11209

Bay Ridge
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,597 sqft

$2,210,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,442/mo*
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$2,210,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,442/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,597 sqft

Local Information

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Description

We are most pleased to introduce this custom triplex nestled on a tree lined block in the prestigious Bay Ridge neighborhood. As you enter this custom home; there is an open layout of living room, formal dining room, and updated modern kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and stone counter tops. There are gorgeous hardwood floors throughout the home; and many custom details such as stainless steel railings have been added to this beauty. The second floor features 3 generous sized bedrooms and the top floor would be an ideal master bedroom. This home consists of 4 bedrooms and 3 baths and an ideal finished basement that is set up as a great room. The backyard of the home is an oasis; that features an inground pool; pavers; and a custom built tree/play house with storage that is staying with the home. The property is located 3 blocks from the R Train, and 2 blocks from the express bus. We are zoned for award winning PS 185 in Bay Ridge; and is also convenient to Xaverian, Fontbonne Hall Academy, and Bay Ridge Prep. Conveniently located walking distance to wonderful restaurants , parks, cafe's, and golf courses; this location is a true gem! Mechanically this home has multiple new mini split air conditioning, new gas boiler with 4 zone heating, and so much more. Please call for a private showing of this Bay Ridge Beauty!
228 79th St, Brooklyn, NY 11209 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,597 sqft single-family home in Bay Ridge, built in 1925. It last sold for $1,700,000 on Dec 10, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,210,900, with a rent estimate of $7,253/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
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A/C
Cooling only
HOA
None
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 228 79th St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5
Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925Year Updated: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3626 sqft

Price History for 228 79th St

DatePriceEventSource
11/16/2024$1,700,000ListingRemovedBNYMLS #455529
12/10/2021$1,700,000Sold
N/A
10/11/2021$1,649,000PendingBNYMLS #455529
09/14/2021$1,649,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy
11/03/1997$220,000Sold
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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$10,643
Assessment$1,632,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 228 79th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
160 81st St, Brooklyn, NY
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,875,000
04/02/26
4
3
3,135
528 Bay Ridge Parkway, Brooklyn, NY
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
10/15/25
6
3
3,491
126 77th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,499,000
07/21/25
4
2.5
1,376
7404 Colonial Rd, Brooklyn, NY
0.34
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
12/31/25
4
3.5
2,600
7523 Narrows Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
05/15/26
6
2
2,841
264 84th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.26
Single-Family Home
$2,142,860
02/10/26
7
2.5
2,940
8008 Harbor View Ter, Brooklyn, NY
0.41
Single-Family Home
$3,675,000
07/01/26
5
3.5
3,097
74 81st St, Brooklyn, NY
0.33
Single-Family Home
$2,600,000
03/23/26
6
4.5
3,000
463 82nd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,430,000
06/22/26
3
2.5
1,683
89 72nd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.55
Single-Family Home
$1,499,000
06/30/26
5
2.5
2,700

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Bay Ridge
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What Locals Say about Bay Ridge

At least 1009 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say there are community events

  • 36 % Say car is needed

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

  • 21 % Say parking is easy

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  • Kathleenfink
    "Nice neighborhood, park, retail shops and restaurants and safe. Good travel options ferry, bus, subway"
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    "I feel safe this is a good community with great people. The neighborhood is very friendly and the area is very clean and nice. "
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    "The various food and restaurants people come her from all over just to eat delicious food plus the neighborhood is still safe "
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  • Litoling
    "I’m familiar with the Naibor hood and it’s very people friendly . I used to live in this neighborhood and I loved it easy access to public transportation and grocery stores and restaurants."
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    "The best neighborhood in the world! We love living here. There are parks with amazing views, and very yummy restaurants."
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    "It is a good Neighbourhood And it’s safe for family too. they have many supermarkets and restaurant near the home."
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    "Good area and everything around me and neighborhood is nice and I used to live here and the street is clean "
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    "Like to clean the street after walking and don’t throw anything in the street , keep everything clean "
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    "I lived here for 10 years and I love you. I love this Neighbourhood. This is one of the best neighborhoods in New York City, actually in the world."
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    " Bay Ridge is a beautiful neighborhood to rise a family. There are beautiful parks restaurants clean and safe street and transportation ear by . "
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  • Veronica.a.sanjines
    "Bay Ridge has great public schools and lots of young families - it’s a great place to raise a family"
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  • Kayla King
    "We have an amazing block party each year. We also host and attended a lot of holiday events throughout the year hosted by neighbors. Greatest neighborhood I’ve ever lived in!"
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    "Night life is great, close to good restaurants, diverse, close shopping district, trains and buses are near, and people are great "
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    "I’ve lived here about a year. The neighborhood feels safe, close to the water and variety of restaurants in the area."
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    "Traumatic long slow unreliable convoluted exhausting frustrating and there’s also a bad parking situation. "
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    "No. Hard to walk them. Rules and fines for failure to scoop and bag poop. Not enough yard space and dogs have to worry about getting hurt by other animals. "
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    "I like this neighborhood it has everything near by and its very neighborly also its very calm and safe"
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    "Ok area. Close to public transportation. There are many areas that are mainly Latinos. There are nice parks and areas where you can access the ocean."
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    "Very safe. Very diverse. Lots of Arabs and Italian. Many nice restaurant. Nice ocean walk. Nice parks. Very kids friendly "
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    "My neighbor hood has the 68 police station, there’s a bi beautiful park down the block. There’s kids everywhere. People walking there dogs."
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    "It is clean and the other dog lovers are pretty awesome to be around. I think that there are a lot of parks. "
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    "Bay Ridge is a extremely safe and wonderful place to live. It has a great blend of ethnicities and amazing restaurants."
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    "A lot of Park areas. Near water. some dogs owners are not cleaning after their dogs Save area can walk 24/7 with the Dogs outside "
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    "R train and buses. Not bad, could be faster since these are the only options. Express bus is a good option but a bit too expensive"
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    "Very safe, schools are good. Great restaurants. They also have great 24 hour deli if your hungry in the middle of the night."
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    "I just love the diversity of this neighborhood and community. Lots of variety of cultures and foods and places of worship. "
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    "Lots of green places to walk, dog parks and other dog owners. Sometimes people can be better about cleaning up after their pets. "
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    "Friendly and very nice with good metro and parks good food and safe very awesome place to bike and walk"
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    "You can literally walk in any direction and find food, bars, and shopping. Quiet tree lined streets for families just starting."
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    "festivals and parades family friendly. lots of restaurants and pubs. self contained neighborhood. accessibility to nyc and other boroughs "
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    "there's a few dog runs and nice parks to take a stroll. people are friendly and courteous. there's a beautiful walk along the water where you can take your dog also on in the neighborhood. in general there are a lot of good people. "
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    "The local business district association sponsors 3rd & 5th Avenue Strolls, like block parties along the Avenue a few times a year.. Live music, foods, attractions/rides for kids."
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    "There are street festivals & walks on 3rd & 5th Avenues a few times each year, really brings out the neighborhood. "
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    "Great and easily accessible community that is close to literally everything in NYC. If this area wasn’t as expensive it would be much easier to make my choice about where to buy a. House "
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    "I live open streets, and there are a lot of good restaurants here. They also decorate the streets when there are festivals."
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    "There's a large dog park right by Dyker Beach golf course that's always busy with furry friends for your dog. "
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    "There is a methadone clinic & smack score house around 4ave/53rd street. Keep your kids away. The patrons wander the area, hand out in the subway station. "
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    "Safe neighborhood and lots of young families. Avenue has everything you need and great restaurants. No car needed! Parking is a challenge though."
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    "it's nice here, the parks are so nice for kids to play, clean, the Parks on shore road are nice, very nice."
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    "it's a very dog friendly area, people just need to be respectful and clean up after the animals they've agreed to take care of."
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