281 Skillman St, Brooklyn, NY 11205
OFF MARKET

281 Skillman St
Brooklyn, NY 11205

Bedford-Stuyvesant
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,093 sqft

$607,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,429/mo*
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$607,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,429/mo*
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4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,093 sqft

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Description

Charming Two-Family with backyard guest cottage on the cusp of Clinton Hill and Bedford Stuyvesant. A block and a half from true Clinton Hill, 281 Skillman is on a side street between Lafayette and Dekalb Aves, a few short blocks to all of prime Clinton Hill's restaurants, bars and shops.

The home itself is a Two-Family, currently configured as an owners 2BR 1.5bath garden/parlor duplex + electrified and insulated backyard guest room/studio + basement, and a 2BR rental upstairs. The owner’s kitchen and baths are renovated and modern, while the home retains many original antique details - marble mantles throughout, original flooring on the parlor, crown and plaster mouldings, pocket doors, antique wood door and window mouldings, original arched front doors, cornice and decorative exterior window surrounds. Parlor floor ceilings are 10ft, top floor 9ft 10", garden level just shy of 8ft.

Owner’s kitchen is open floorplan with high-end stainless steel appliances and range hood, white Caesarstone, grey cabinetry, and an L-shaped island with seating. Large dining area and living room with a marble mantled decorative fireplace. Downstairs bathroom has washer/dryer and stylish tilework. Middle floor bath has deep rectangular soaking tub/shower.

Interior of the home is approximately 2100sf and could be easily reconfigured into a generous Single Family Triplex with three to five bedrooms and three baths (see alternative upper floor on floorplan). The size of the lot would allow expansion of up to 3866sf, so plenty of options for a larger home as well.

The backyard is enormous – over 56ft deep, with pergola covered patio and garden areas and a separate backyard cottage/guest room/studio that is fully insulated and electrified. The backyard cottage has its own roof-deck as well.

 Located around the corner from both Classon and Bedford G stops. A perfect location to enjoy all the amenities of Clinton Hill, without Clinton Hill’s $3million+ prices. Current taxes a surprisingly low $2,724.48 per year ($227.04 a month!).
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 05, 2025
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Deck
HOA
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Price/Sqft
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Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 281 Skillman St

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2093 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer/DryerDishwasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: DecorativeHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Garden

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Other, Deck, TerraceExterior: Garden, Private Roof Deck, TerraceGarden

Property Information

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

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,400,000

Location

Direction & Address
City: BrooklynCommunity: Bedford-Stuyvesant

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2093 Square Feet

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Resale

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: S1651249Listing Url

Additional Information

STREETEASY Property ID: 8749732STREETEASY Building ID: 108910
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listed by Jonah Ramu Cohen
Corcoran
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1651249

Price History for 281 Skillman St

DatePriceEventSource
12/02/2024$483,526Sold
N/A
07/24/2024$2,899,000Listed For SaleOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #H6319638
04/03/2024$2,600,000Sold
N/A
07/20/2023$2,400,000Sold
N/A
04/05/2023$2,200,000PendingStreetEasy
03/14/2023$2,200,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy
05/30/2019$1,790,500Sold
N/A
02/26/2019$1,865,000PendingAgent Provided
10/24/2018$1,865,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/02/2018$2,150,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/04/2008$834,750Sold
N/A
04/23/2007$490,000Sold
N/A

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$2,844
Assessment$1,524,000
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$4,447/mo
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Comparable Sales for 281 Skillman St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
442 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
0.11
Multi-Family Home
$1,825,000
05/27/26
6
3
2,928
97 Monroe St, Brooklyn, NY
0.32
Multi-Family Home
$2,785,000
04/06/26
4
3
2,520
95 Monroe St, Brooklyn, NY
0.32
Multi-Family Home
$2,800,000
02/19/26
4
3
2,520
386A Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.22
Multi-Family Home
$2,380,000
10/09/25
5
3
3,380
645 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
0.32
Multi-Family Home
$1,700,000
04/16/26
7
3
2,250
669 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.37
Multi-Family Home
$1,900,000
02/09/26
5
2.5
2,436

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  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 72 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there are community events

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

  • 50 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 39 % Say parking is easy

  • 34 % Say it's quiet

  • 31 % Say car is needed

  • 25 % Say there's wildlife

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281 Skillman St, Brooklyn, NY 11205 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,093 sqft multi-family built in 1901. 281 Skillman St is located in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. This property is not currently available for sale. 281 Skillman St was last sold on Dec 2, 2024 for $483,526 (80% lower than the asking price of $2,400,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 281 Skillman St is $607,100.