251 E 55th St, Brooklyn, NY 11203
OFF MARKET

251 E 55th St
Brooklyn, NY 11203

East Flatbush
  • 6 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 4,000 sqft

$1,265,200

Trulia Estimate
as of May 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,974/mo*
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$1,265,200

Trulia Estimate
as of May 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,974/mo*
Refinance Your Home
6 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,000 sqft

Local Information

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Description

*******************************PROPERTY IS BEEN SOLD WITH TENANTS***********************************
 *************************CASH OFFERS WELCOME*******************
 ****************DRIVE-BY ONLY*********************
Welcome to this fantastic investment opportunity! This fully detached 2-family home is located in the heart of East Flatbush and comes complete with a spacious 2-car detached garage. Situated on a generous 4,000 sq ft lot this property offers ample space and potential for general upgrades/improvement

Property features: 6 Bedrooms
 3 Bathrooms
Finished basement

Features include:
. Two separate units for flexible rental or living options
. maintained exterior
. Convenient 2-Car detached garage
.Large lot size for outdoor enjoyment and future development
.Property sold with existing tenants, ensuring immediate income
This property is being sold as is, providing a unique opportunity for buyers to add their personal touch
and make it their own. Whether you're an investor looking for a steady rental income or a homeowner
interested in a dual living setup, this 2-family home offers endless potential and possibilities

Property is being sold with Tenants.
Access is limited
****Please do not disturb tenants****
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from March 06, 2025
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Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
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HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 251 E 55th St

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 144
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4000 Square Feet
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $799,000

Location

Direction & Address
City: BrooklynCommunity: East Flatbush

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4000 Square Feet

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Resale

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: S1675436Listing Url

Additional Information

STREETEASY Property ID: 24072388STREETEASY Building ID: 168718
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Owen Willis
Josk Realty LLC
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1675436

Price History for 251 E 55th St

DatePriceEventSource
03/05/2025$950,000Sold
N/A
09/25/2024$898,000ListingRemovedSIBOR #1151230
09/24/2024$898,000Listed For SaleSIBOR #1151230
01/30/2024$685,000Sold
N/A
10/09/2023$799,000PendingStreetEasy
09/28/2023$799,000PendingToActiveStreetEasy
09/04/2023$799,000PendingStreetEasy
08/10/2023$799,000PriceChange
StreetEasy
03/28/2022$898,000PendingToActiveSIBOR #1151230
03/28/2022$898,000ContingentSIBOR #1151230
12/17/2021$898,000Listed For SaleSIBOR #1151230
12/01/2020$740,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/06/2020$740,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/30/2019$750,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/13/2019$675,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/06/2019$675,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/31/2019$675,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/26/2017$720,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/15/2017$720,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/01/2015$1,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/01/2015$1,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,185
Assessment$787,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 251 E 55th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
255 E 55th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.01
Multi-Family Home
$1,257,000
02/04/26
8
5
4,320
449 E 52nd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.20
Multi-Family Home
$1,010,000
01/30/26
6
4
2,600
276 E 55th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.05
Multi-Family Home
$830,000
01/12/26
5
2
2,653
869 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY
0.18
Multi-Family Home
$1,500,000
05/04/26
5
3
2,936
474 E 52nd Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.25
Multi-Family Home
$997,000
11/06/25
6
3
1,960
348 E 92nd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.40
Multi-Family Home
$900,000
12/30/25
7
3
3,275
330 E 91st Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$885,000
04/09/26
6
2
3,924

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Neighborhood Overview

East Flatbush
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What Locals Say about East Flatbush

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  • 91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 78 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 72 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 58 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say car is needed

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 41 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say parking is easy

  • 26 % Say there's wildlife

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    "It depends on the time of day but for the most part it’s smooth. Centrally located from banks, major shopping and the subway "
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  • Barbara J
    "excellent commute great restaurants and parks & Brooklyn museum 👍 im looking to move back to neighborhood looking for two bedroom building with elevator. My grandmother live in neighborhood for 55 years have an auntie that still live in neighborhood. "
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    "Dogs are here, but no dog parks are readily available in the neighborhood. You have to travel a good distance to get to a dog park."
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    "Pretty safe area where children can play and travel to school on their own. Fairly clean sidewalks and friendly neighbors."
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    "Nothing really. The neighborhood is a friendly neighborhood for dogs and their owners. A lot of space"
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  • Therevolution1985
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  • Affection Johnson
    "What makes this neighborhood unique is that no matter what you need you definitely could find it it’s all type Of stores for whatever you need .This area is also great as far as transportation the bus and train is within walking distance "
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  • CRYSTAL RAHMING
    "Everyone is very friendly and I get along with everyone in the community we have block parties and they be very nice everyone is just nice been living in the same house for 30 years "
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    "I’m here will with son just very vulnerable visiting appreciate aprt get paperwork new year 2025 thank heavens help bless do it "
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    "Everyone has respect for each other, and the community knows when to shut down the music. I don't think that I should be forced to expand on the matter."
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    " nice neighborhood , well manners and stores are nearby. Also transportation is near by. schools are also nearby"
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    " Nothing to dislike about the neighborhood.it is safe to walk your dog anytime of day. The are is generally safe."
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    "You see people walking their dogs all the time however they aren’t any dog parks near by which makes it a lot harder "
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  • Trulia User
    "There some small parks and prospect park is an option for longer walks but there are some people who have dogs off leash"
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    "its quite safe people looking out clean sidewalk, clean neighborhood, churches, school busses fruit stand safe fir kids to walk mostly elderly live not much young folks they grew older now "
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    "Local park events during the summer. YMCA, Aviators, Brooklyn College programs, shopping and transit accessibility. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The people in the neighborhood the surrounding streets And the stores that surround their playgrounds ounce church's laundry places to take the children"
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    "My neighborhood is a great area to raise your kids and walk your dog . Everyone is mostly friendly or stay to themselves "
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    "I've lived in the neighborhood for a year, quite and friendly neighbours. Great environment, peaceful and clean "
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    "People are very friendly and help others in the community. It’s a great and a loving neighborhood. Everyone are very welcome here. "
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    "Great neighborhood …not too much activity and not too little. A good medium. I would advise any family settings to go and live here "
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    "Central to all necessities (transportation, parks, shopping, food, etc.). Most neighbors are friendly. "
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    "Great transportation accessibility. There are buses and trains close by. There are buses that take you directly to manhattan."
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    "Walking distance to shopping and grocery. Many activities in the summer time. Close to prospect park with lots of fun activities for kids."
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    "It’s a good school area walking distance to corner stores and food stores well lit areas and quiet neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "gentrification is underway so maybe it'll be more safer, new buildings are popping up but with these changes, it will be more expensive. schools and amenities to make the neighborhood more kid-oriented might take awhile"
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    "There are a lot of public parks to walk your 4-legged bestie. Since many people own dogs everyone takes care to pick up after them. The one thing that a dog owner might not like is that the area is very flat. So there isn’t very challenging terrain."
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    "I only come out for necessities ,nice shopping area and great transportation hub.Great schools but not so friendly. "
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    "I lived in this neighborhood for 9 years. Friendly neighborhs clean streets and sidewalks. very quiet."
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    "Long-standing homeowners, close knit community. Elderly neighbors watch out for kids. Safe streets, lots of good, inexpensive takeout."
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    "I’ve been living in this area for over 8 years and I like the fact that there are trees. More homes than buildings "
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    "Carnival each Labor Day is celebrated by this majority West Indian community. Noise levels are high."
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  • Steve P.
    "Sometimes at the park they have festival and park party. This will make people meet other people in the neighborhood "
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  • Alyssadams21
    "Nothing really Maybe the parks, there is wimbate park where we go to run have picnics , exercise , And on church avenue there lots of Caribbean spots"
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  • Dwayne M.
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251 E 55th St, Brooklyn, NY 11203 is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,000 sqft multi-family built in 1925. 251 E 55th St is located in East Flatbush, Brooklyn. This property is not currently available for sale. 251 E 55th St was last sold on Mar 5, 2025 for $950,000 (19% higher than the asking price of $799,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 251 E 55th St is $1,265,200.