255 E 21st St, Brooklyn, NY 11226
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OFF MARKET

255 E 21st St
Brooklyn, NY 11226

Flatbush
  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,600 sqft

$1,681,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,421/mo*
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$1,681,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,421/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,600 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1920
Living Area
2,600 sqft
Price/Sqft
$647
Parking
Garage

Description

Charming English Revival townhouse awaits your personal renovation!

Built in 1917 and designed by the renowned architects Slee & Bryson, this exceptional townhouse is primed for your personal creation, allowing you to transform it into your dream home. Nestled in the Kenmore-Albemarle Terrace Historic District of Victorian Flatbush, it is situated on a serene cul-de-sac surrounded by Georgian Revival townhouses and is proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

This single-family brick townhouse boasts a spacious triplex layout featuring 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, showcasing delightful original details such as original crafted woodwork, wainscoting, built in corner curio cabinets in dining room, intricate plaster moldings, and herringbone parquet floors.

Upon entering, you are greeted by a gracious center hall that leads to a roomy living area complete with a wood-burning fireplace. Adjacent to this is a formal dining room, adorned with wainscoting and large original windows that invite an abundance of natural light. The kitchen is a work-in kitchen designed for functionality and flows seamlessly into a private garden patio, perfect for entertaining.

This home also includes a garage and private parking space.

Located in a charming, quiet corner of Flatbush, this townhouse borders both Prospect park South and Prospect Lefferts Garden and offers a quick 20-minute commute to Manhattan via the B & Q trains at Church Avenue.
255 E 21st St, Brooklyn, NY 11226 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,600 sqft single-family home in Flatbush, built in 1920. It last sold for $999,000 on Aug 5, 2025 (33% below the $1,499,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,681,900, with a rent estimate of $5,483/month.
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Home Details for 255 E 21st St

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2600 Square Feet
Fireplace & Spa
Has a Fireplace
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: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,499,000

Location

Direction & Address
City: BrooklynCommunity: Flatbush

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2600 Square Feet

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Resale

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: S1761707Listing Url

Additional Information

STREETEASY Property ID: 24363519STREETEASY Building ID: 6574410
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Vera Capozucca
Brown Harris Stevens
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1761707

Price History for 255 E 21st St

DatePriceEventSource
08/05/2025$999,000Sold
N/A
05/20/2025$1,499,000ContingentStreetEasy #S1761707
03/27/2025$1,499,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy #S1761707

Market trends in New York

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$767K
$4.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$653
$10MoM
Available listings
18631
48MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$9,178
Assessment$1,706,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 255 E 21st St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
216 E 21st St, Brooklyn, NY
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,815,000
10/02/25
6
2
3,507
10 Martense Ct, Brooklyn, NY
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,375,000
11/18/25
4
3
2,862
12 Martense Ct, Brooklyn, NY
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,695,000
11/19/25
3
2.5
2,400
2158 Beverley Rd, Brooklyn, NY
0.31
Single-Family Home
$552,000
11/07/25
5
2
1,900
2149 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.31
Single-Family Home
$999,000
11/06/25
3
2
1,620
8 Martense Ct, Brooklyn, NY
0.24
Single-Family Home
$782,250
10/28/25
3
2
1,644
25 Veronica Pl, Brooklyn, NY
0.37
Single-Family Home
$999,000
03/27/26
3
2.5
1,440

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Flatbush
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What Locals Say about Flatbush

At least 946 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 85 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 55 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 43 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say it's quiet

  • 32 % Say car is needed

  • 27 % Say there's wildlife

  • 17 % Say parking is easy

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  • S9yzsgky7v
    "It’s evolving every day and continuing to grow. People are friendly. There is new local businesses; restaurants, shops, etc."
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  • Barrya044
    "Receiving free groceries to help support struggling family’s and after school programs to keep our children safe and off the street "
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  • S9yzsgky7v
    "I see a lot of kids in the area. I don’t have any myself, so I’m not sure what kinds of resources are available for them."
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  • Liah B
    "NY can be a tough but great city to raise kids. It’s both an eye-opening and wild experience to take part in."
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  • Vianchy Rosario-Stevens
    "Very diverse area. Shopping stores, and supermarkets are on every corner. Very good schools as well."
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  • Gwendolyn Williams
    "This is a great neighborhood for families with children, it’s safe and has great parks, schools, and churches. I lived in Flatbush for most of my life, I am still in love with Flatbush, I am three generations there. My Mother who is 89 still lives in Flatbush and this is another reason why I want to move back there. Flatbush has many stores, and is close to many hospitals"
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  • Pailinesquire111
    "We need to put more community centers for children because children can go there for more activities and learning how to get along better with other people."
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  • Jesus King
    "It’s a good neighborhood with a nice park. Very walkable neighborhood with great access to public transportation."
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  • Qhzc9vnpr7
    "Different options available to commute fast and quick: busses running all day, subway stations within blocks away and 5-10min walking distance, Uber access here easy and also there are private taxis available in the Main Street Church Ave. "
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  • Vcxxjsjdzd
    "I have good kids they go to school sometimes they work they almost done with high school one of them is going to trade "
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  • Paul Ford
    "It's pet friendly. Nice walking space to talk our pets for walk and theirs many restaurants to choose from. "
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  • Patrick Buzzell
    "Not much green space, no dog parks close by. Most dogs in the neighborhood seem friendly and always on a lease."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s okay but not good. Things are either slow or packed or both. The place is unkempt but things are generally alright."
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  • Trulia User
    "The energy from the people around all different nationality is a plus for me and the many stores that convinced for me and my children to utilize and different eatery's also amazing 🤩😍"
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  • Trulia User
    "The people who live in the surroundings are very friendly. The transport locations are very good and it’s safe."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has a lot of different ways to travel. Lots of culture and your neighbors are reliable. Love this neighborhood and hope to stay and not be pushed out. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A good neighbor hood, and very well kept sidewalks. Park is foots away and very respectful neighbors, I like the whole Community. "
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  • Trulia User
    " nice community people from different parts of life a classic community & people clean community nice shopping area's & subway, Bus take to church "
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  • Trulia User
    "Very diverse with the different cultures. Easy to travel with the bus stops and train stations at most corners. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The 2/5 train isn’t too crowded since we are close to the last stop. Runs very frequently and connects to most trains."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is very nice and safe.The police is near by the post office is too and the market is too . I like the neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "You always see people walking their dogs and prospect park is near by. Just be aware of lots of traffic (cars and people) "
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  • Trulia User
    "i want to live these area, i like these area very much. these area very quiet and very comfortable for me"
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice place to be and raise children. It’s the city tho! So you have to be aware of your surroundings. But overall community feel"
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s a train station or bus stop at every corner. Everything is in walking distance. You can commute with ease and have no issues getting transportation. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The diversity of the neighborhood. The neighborhood is mostly West Indian, but is very welcoming. I lived here my whole life, and I have always feel safe walking around the neighborhood. It’s great and you will meet new people whether they’re from the Caribbean or other parts of the world. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It it surely so convenient and I love the homeiness of the neighborhood. You really feel at home here."
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  • Trulia User
    "Prospect park is close by, the roller skating ring is there and when winter come they turn it into the ice skating ring, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens is also there and Prospect park zoo."
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  • Trulia User
    "Lot of public housing. Lawns and sidewalks kindof in disarray, dog poop everywhere. Somewhat inconvenient for MTA transport and food desert"
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  • Trulia User
    "soccer,tennis,swimming,YMCA ,good schools,safe parks,trians and public transportation is available "
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  • Trulia User
    "Caribbean restaurants that offer great tasting food. Public transportation is in close proximity. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's hard to get to most places I need to go. we really need a train line that connects the Brooklyn train lines. it's awful going into Manhattan to get to another part of Brooklyn."
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood for thirty years and it's pretty safe and neighborly. it's getting pretty expensive to live here."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is something. If you are used to the noise from music from cars and stores. I live around the 2 and 3 train and I always take it to Manhattan to Atlantic Barclays center. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog friendly area but people don’t pick up after their dogs. Very noisy and busy area. Not ideal for nervous or reactive dogs. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Very active. Lots of restaurants, supermarkets, laundry, cleaners, pharmacies, subways, churches & every convenience you can think of. Friendly neighbors; they look out for each other. Parking is a bit rough at times. Safe to walk your dog. Pretty busy but tolerable neighborhood 🙏🏾"
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  • Trulia User
    "Nothing, cause people here don't clean up after there dogs. It is a consistent struggle in this area."
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  • Tanya T.
    "Every other neighbor owns a dog sometimes multiple. Dogs are able to walk leash free. Though picking up after dogs are not followed so much. Also we have many perks for dogs to run around in in the 1 mile radius there are at least 3 parks. "
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  • Emee.buena
    "I see a lot of dog owners walking their dogs on our street. No children are playing around but men tend to hang out on certain street, so I would say that dog owners might not like it."
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  • Rghindea7
    "Not a ton of grassy areas unless your building has a courtyard. However the sidewalks are wide and the neighborhood is close to Prospect Park! 10-15 min walk from Church and Nostrand. "
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