42 Willow Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11201
OFF MARKET

42 Willow Pl
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Brooklyn Heights
  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 5,700 sqft

$7,684,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $42,777/mo*
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$7,684,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $42,777/mo*
Refinance Your Home
6 Beds
5 Baths
5,700 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1845
Living Area
5,700 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,348

Description

Rarely available this 25' wide, 5 story townhouse is located on one of the most coveted tree lined blocks in all of Brooklyn Heights. Nestled between Cranberry and Orange Streets, one short block from the Promenade, with easy access to the foot bridge leading to the fabulous Brooklyn Bridge Park.

This 5,700+/- SF, currently multi-family home, has 6+ beds, 4 baths, and 2 powder rooms; it is offered for sale for the first time in 60 years. Featuring many of its original details, separate double glass doors opening onto the rear covered porch, parquet flooring, eight fireplaces, high plaster ceilings, grand parlor doors between the formal living and dining rooms. A unique opportunity, with all the potential to make this home exactly what you have imagined.

A 2001 renovation of the top two floors created double height ceilings with a massive metal and glass skylight showering the space in natural light.

The charming archetypal brick and brownstone facade is enhanced by inviting front and rear gardens. The full garden floor has private front and rear entrances; the cellar adds 1,300+/-sf of storage space.

42 Willow Street is conveniently located near a number of trendy restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, parking garage, children's playground, dog park and all that Brooklyn Heights has to offer. Close proximity to nearby transportation options A/C/2/3 subways & the water ferry in Brooklyn Bridge Park.

This home represents the perfect opportunity for a classic, spacious Heights townhouse, in a most desirable and private location, to custom-design into the house of your dreams.
42 Willow Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11201 is a 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 5,700 sqft multi-family in Brooklyn Heights, built in 1845. It last sold for $1,850,000 on May 24, 2007. More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2013 with an asking price of $2,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 3, 2013. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $7,684,200, with a rent estimate of $6,763/month.

Home Details for 42 Willow Pl

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1845Year Updated: 1899
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi Family

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Garden

Community

Units in Building: 4

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1619 sqft

Price History for 42 Willow Pl

DatePriceEventSource
09/19/2022ListingRemovedStreetEasy
07/20/2022$7,750,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy
10/03/2013$2,800ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/01/2013$2,800Listed For RentAgent Provided
05/24/2007$1,850,000Sold
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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$18,223
Assessment$3,553,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 42 Willow Pl

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
205 Clinton St #4, Brooklyn, NY
0.30
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$16,000,000
06/09/26
6
4
5,625
234 Clinton St #4, Brooklyn, NY
0.28
Multi-Family Home
$10,212,500
06/03/26
9
5.5
5,500
166 Congress St, Brooklyn, NY
0.29
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$3,650,000
08/13/25
5
2
2,160
424 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.85
Multi-Family Home
$2,925,000
01/23/26
6
4
3,600
220 Union St, Brooklyn, NY
0.66
Multi-Family Home
$4,200,000
03/02/26
5
4
3,300
216 Union St, Brooklyn, NY
0.65
Multi-Family Home
$3,700,000
10/21/25
7
4
2,700
192 Warren St, Brooklyn, NY
0.35
Multi-Family Home
$8,100,000
09/16/25
4
3
3,900
90 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
0.72
Multi-Family Home
$2,400,000
09/18/25
8
3.5
2,500
128 State St, Brooklyn, NY
0.20
Multi-Family Home
$4,000,000
11/19/25
2
1
6,000
224 Bergen St, Brooklyn, NY
0.89
Multi-Family Home
$2,500,000
01/16/26
5
4
3,600

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Brooklyn Heights

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  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 93 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 89 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 74 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 21 % Say there's wildlife

  • 17 % Say parking is easy

  • 16 % Say car is needed

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    "There are several playgrounds in the area that are perfect for young children. Brooklyn Bridge Park is very close and offers greenery, a little sand beach for water exploration and several other playgrounds. "
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    "Charming town homes on tree lined streets, award winning waterfront park with best views of New York, the Statue of Liberty and the Brooklyn Bridge. Stay at 1 Hotel. Love at Pierhouse "
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    "Beautiful views and townhouses. Never want to leave this neighborhood. Gréât dog park nearby and seconds from water views. "
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  • Natalie M.
    "Dogs and babies always welcome. The heights has a very community feel and many people live here their whole lives. The public schools are top notch and the best private schools in Brooklyn are here as well. "
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    "Soccer at the pier. Atlantic antic. Willowtown fair. Riverside tenants association. Movie on the lawn in DUMBO. Otherwise there aren’t too many community events. "
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    "Store owners know you by name, safe for kids to walk around by themselves when they are old enough, close to everything, the Broklyn bridge park is the most beautiful park in the city. "
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  • Katelin.wahl
    "I have not seen many easily accessible dog parks, for the most part they are on the edges of the neighborhood. Otherwise nice wide sidewalks and easy access to running paths. "
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    "I live in Brooklyn Heights and I love everything about it, the beauty of the neighborhood, the cleanliness, safety and it’s so convenient to get anywhere, also the people are nice and friendly."
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  • Geoff C.
    "I don’t commute. But if I did it would be easy because there are many subway lines in the neighborhood."
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    "It’s a very cute part of Brooklyn it’s like it’s own town. Very friendly people with very old fashioned theme stores. It’s a safe neighborhood with beautiful scenery. "
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    "I live less then a block to the Clark St. Station. after one stop i can transfer to any train in manhattan. It is a great commute, the station is clean and the attendants are friendly."
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  • Kelly G.
    "It’s quiet and cozy... people will say good morning to you... strangers smile at one another while passing on the street. It doesn’t feel like you’re in the city, and I mean that in the best way possible."
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  • Alainkodsi
    "I lived in the neighborhood for over twenty years and it is incredible. Beautiful homes, quite streets, strong community of friends, and the Brooklyn Bridge Park and the Promenade are just incredible. "
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    "The subway is a nightmare but that has more to do with the lack of law enforcement and the decline of quality of life laws. "
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    "Quiet area, really feels safe to live here. Close proximity to BBP and the Promenade, an excess of things to do when it is warm out"
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    "Great neighborhood. Extremely safe and very coveted for its awesome location. I’m a college student and live in a dorm, but regardless the area is awesome "
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    "The neighborhood is very safe and relatively quiet. There are often kids out with their parents. There aren’t a ton of parks, but enough close by. "
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  • Anna L. S.
    "It’s close to all kinds of transportation and it’s only one subway stop away from the city, yet it feels so relaxed by the water and all of the green space of Brooklyn bridge park. I’m in love!"
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  • ruthsams
    "Multiple subway lines, A,C,2,3,4,5,R,N.F. Walk to Brooklyn Bridge, DUMBO, and new Brooklyn Bridge Park. "
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    "A true neighborhood in the middle of the city - you know your neighbors, you know your store owners, all your kids play in the same places and know one another. "
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