659 Jerome St, Brooklyn, NY 11207
SOLD
NOV 17, 2025

659 Jerome St
Brooklyn, NY 11207

East New York
  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,840 sqft

$895,000

Last Sold: Nov 17, 2025
$486/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,909/mo*
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$895,000

Last Sold: Nov 17, 2025
$486/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,909/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,840 sqft

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Description

Welcome to 659 Jerome Street, a beautiful two-family attached red brick townhouse located in the desirable neighborhood of East New York in Brooklyn, NY. This property presents an incredible opportunity for those seeking to create their own dream home. While it does require renovation, the potential is boundless, allowing you to customize every detail to your exact specifications.

This townhouse features two separate apartments, perfect for multi-generational living or rental income. Apartment #1, situated on the ground floor, offers two bedrooms and one bathroom, providing a comfortable living space spanning 920 square feet. Apartment #2, located on the second floor, boasts three bedrooms, one bathroom, and a balcony off the primary bedroom, offering a private oasis. In total, this townhouse offers 1,840 square feet of living space.

One of the standout features of this property is the semi-finished full-height, above-grade basement. Complete with gas stove hookups and a large half-bathroom, this space has the potential to be converted into a full one-bedroom, 920 square foot apartment (subject to obtaining necessary permits from the City of New York). The versatility of this basement allows for endless possibilities and expansion options.

Step inside and be greeted by the open concept kitchens, dining rooms, and living rooms. The seamless flow between these spaces creates an inviting atmosphere, perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying quality time with loved ones. Hardwood floors throughout add a touch of elegance and warmth.

Outside, you'll find a shared driveway with deeded parking spaces, ensuring convenience and ease of access. Additionally, a shared concrete backyard provides a tranquil space for relaxation and outdoor activities.

Located in a well-manicured and up-and-coming neighborhood, this home offers close proximity to trains and buses, allowing for effortless commuting throughout the city. Enjoy the convenience of being near parks and recreational areas, including Highland Park and Shirley Chisholm State Park, where you can immerse yourself in nature and engage in various outdoor activities.

The East New York neighborhood is known for its beautiful red brick houses and boasts a diverse culinary scene, featuring a wide array of Caribbean, Latin American, and soul food cuisines. Indulge in the flavors of the area and explore the vibrant local dining options.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to transform this townhouse into your dream home. Embrace the potential and create a space that truly reflects your personal style and taste. Schedule a showing today and let your imagination soar.
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.

Home Highlights

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Price/Sqft
$486/sqft
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Home Details for 659 Jerome St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960Year Updated: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi Family

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $486/sqft

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2000 sqft

Price History for 659 Jerome St

DatePriceEventSource
11/17/2025$895,000Sold
N/A
06/13/2025$899,000ContingentStreetEasy #S1756284
04/28/2025$899,000PriceChange
StreetEasy #S1756284
03/25/2025$975,000PriceChange
StreetEasy #S1756284
03/03/2025$995,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy #S1756284
10/15/2024$849,000ListingRemovedStreetEasy #1418562118253868265
01/21/2024$849,000PendingStreetEasy #1418562118253868265
10/10/2023$849,000PriceChange
StreetEasy #1418562118253868265
12/19/2022$799,000PendingOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3442092
11/07/2022$799,000Listed For SaleOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3442092
05/11/2004$345,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$6,517
Assessment$846,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 659 Jerome St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
780 Hendrix Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.20
Multi-Family Home
$889,000
04/29/26
5
3
1,848
733 Warwick St, Brooklyn, NY
0.05
Multi-Family Home
$720,000
09/30/25
5
2
2,000
560 Jerome Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$908,000
03/03/26
6
2
1,920
673 Ashford Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.10
Multi-Family Home
$995,000
07/22/25
6
2
2,050
668 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
0.23
Multi-Family Home
$780,000
01/07/26
4
3
2,175
717 Hendrix Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.15
Multi-Family Home
$529,000
11/13/25
6
2
2,200
795 Linwood Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.25
Multi-Family Home
$999,000
08/09/25
6
3
2,040
793 Hendrix St, Brooklyn, NY
0.19
Multi-Family Home
$750,000
03/27/26
3
2
1,515
701 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
0.20
Multi-Family Home
$1,120,000
05/21/25
6
3
2,400

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about East New York

At least 2736 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 48 % Say car is needed

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 38 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say parking is easy

  • 36 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Marilyn Saytue
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 4 years. Calm neighborhood, with easy going neighbors. Thrift stores, eateries, supermarkets, barbershops, schools, churches, mosques, parks, green thumbs gardens and more."
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  • Donsimmonsny36
    "Good place to live nice area schools parks bus train near buy it’s convenient place to be at and easy travel "
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  • Jason St. Bernard
    "Good schools and distance to the school super friendly environment and good for kids enough supermarkets"
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  • Jason St. Bernard
    "Dog parks , very friendly animals and a lot of space for the dog to run free and the shops they have for grooming and cleaning dogs "
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  • Nkkbrathwaite
    "The place is being kept to okay standers. It is a quiet neighborhood with kids in the area that loves dogs."
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  • James Taylor
    "Neighborhood is very family oriented I can walk my dog with no problem. I can go to the store and get whatever I need and I love the hospitality people say good morning and have a great day even say good night."
    5
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  • Sam Firempong
    "Block parties, loud . Not a safe neighborhood. But to each is his own just be careful of the street pharmacists lurking in the corners"
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  • Kerilious jules
    "The place is not bad it’s just like any other neighborhood in America expect some weird stuff from time to time but other than that you should be alright, if you stay out the way people stay out your way very simple."
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  • Stanley Clotaire
    "It’s a very vibrant neighborhood . The community sticks together, the food is great, the park is beautiful "
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  • Jose Cardona
    "There are a lot of restaurants in the area and the transit makes it easy to go anywhere in the city. "
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  • Elkins Martinez
    "There are many dog owners in this area and ontop of that there’s a nice big park nearby for playing catch and fetch petco nearby aswell so yeah a good spot."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s ok I was just so used to the neighborhood has its ups and down, I like that there are multiple parks to take your children to and the transportation is very convenient "
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  • Javaughn Farquharson
    "Quiet, safe neighborhood though it can look intimidating. Not much food options but neighboring areas like Bushwick and Bedstuy are close by"
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  • Kymora Rodney
    "3 train van sic Ac van sic Thankfully , cooperative when delay , can’t complain when it comes to the public "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are no dog parks around here not dog friendly and people are mean all the time cars drive recklessly "
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  • Zelda Bovian
    "It’s a very high crime neighborhood not a good neighborhood to be walking in at night there’s always shootings car theft and a high number of crimes also there is also a lot of fires and not to forget a high number of drug addicts lurking around "
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  • Nunya
    "Wasn’t so bad in 2017 but now its terrible almost got shot last Halloween trick or treating had my first car they stole my parts Very high in gang activity my kid and I was almost stabbed coming home from local school by another student in local school Don’t move here stay in a shelter or where ever you are it’s not worth it "
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  • Jocelyn C
    "People are dog friendly meaning no one is really scared of dogs but people don’t curve their dogs so your dog might eat another dog’s poop."
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  • Wellington_diaz
    "Not a good place to raise your kids. High crime, noisy and too many people in the way. Home prices are too high for a place with little to offer. "
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  • Shellzwilliam76
    "Please get rid of the rats and roaches before renting this property. This property may look nice but there are a lot of hidden surprises you will only experience by living in this property. "
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  • Maria Perez
    "Some areas are very safe. Many places in the area are full of caring neighbors. There’s also lively with different types of culture and music. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The community diversity I lived here for two years and u can’t classify this neighborhood by any race and we all treat eachother with respect "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s more of a neighborhood for older folks not really suitable for young, lively people. It’s not too bad but it’s not my vibe "
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  • Trulia User
    "train access is close to my home but there are limited options. There are also busses that can be used for transportation."
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  • Trulia User
    "I love this neighborhood. It is a great community for families. Love the access to shopping for all needs close by. "
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  • Trulia User
    "i use to live in the neighborhood i like itit easy to get to the store or train i grown up on hinsdale the neighnor are very frirndly i know ill be okay thetr"
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 20+ years! The Block Parties were among 1st community event. The Old-Timers’ Celebration, cookout, music groups from the ‘70’s & ‘80’s. A chance to see neighbors I haven’t seen in years!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Horrible not friendly dirty not livable basically a big dump doesn’t feel like home. Not for anyone who wants a basic quality of life"
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  • Trulia User
    "basketball tournament's and alot of community events. Parks are great for the kids would not mind at all buying a place in this neighborhood in the future "
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  • Trulia User
    "almost all the people in the area are Hispanic people and I like it because and I like living in this area because it looks safe and there are also many stores where you can go shopping"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s commute is very easy. n grain and bus are around the area. It’s always very busy. A few buses and only one train which is the J train. "
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  • Trulia User
    "highland Park Logan Park a mix variety of people Spanish Africans caucasians Asians very diverse community"
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  • Trulia User
    "my commute is very short and my fast. everything is close together. I like living out here better than the Bronxs. I like my commute. I live next to the train that's the best. The shopping area next to trains is a plus."
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  • Trulia User
    "Family day once a year in the summer everyone comes for the neighborhood and enjoy food and music dancing with the elderly and young children it’s a beautiful time "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a good area too live and commute in and the transportation is very well timed and very good also the diversity in the area is very friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s Very Well Mixed Races and Very Well Friendly I Would Definitely recommend people to live here because of its diversity "
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  • Trulia User
    "The transportation the train every bus down the block from me. Time for me to start my retirement life this isn't good for me any more"
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  • Trulia User
    "What makes the neighborhood unique is it’s diverseness. We see a multitude of cultures surrounding the neighborhood. Some supermarkets have a unique choice of food items, and include a lot of Caribbean items you might not find in gentrified communities. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A safe community to live in and create memories with family and friends but East New York is Not A safe area."
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  • Trulia User
    "It's not safe to raise kids. It's not safe to be outside at night or late at night. The neighborhood is surrounded with cops . "
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659 Jerome St, Brooklyn, NY 11207 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,840 sqft multi-family built in 1960. 659 Jerome St is located in East New York, Brooklyn. This property is not currently available for sale. 659 Jerome St was last sold on Nov 17, 2025 for $895,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 659 Jerome St is $893,800.