228 Martense St, Brooklyn, NY 11226
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228 Martense St
Brooklyn, NY 11226

Flatbush
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,232 sqft
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,232 sqft

$1,270,300

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as of Apr 25, 2024
Est. Refi. Payment $7,391/mo*
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REAL ESTATE TRIFECTA: RENOVATED, GARDEN, AND PARKING!
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228 Martense is a charming and updated two-family row house offering 1500 square feet of interior space, another 700 square feet of accessory use space in the finished basement, and approximately 500 square feet of outdoor space in the back yard, plus a private driveway. The thoughtfully planned gardens in the back and front are Native Gardens which feature plants, flowers, trees, and shrubs that are indigenous to the region The house is currently configured as a two-family with the first-floor unit and basement offering 1400 SF of space with two bedrooms, kitchen, and bath on the main level and open accessory space in the very-usable finished basement which is perfect for a workspace, home gym, laundry, and rec room. The light-filled second floor is fully renovated and offers three bedrooms and one bath. Additional features separate heat and hot water for each unit, stainless appliances, hardwood floors. Located in blossoming Flatbush neighborhood steps to the 2/5 train for easy commuting, 12 minutes to SUNY Downstate, 15 minutes to the Kings Theatre, and 15 minutes to Prospect Park, as well as all the new restaurants and cafes in the area like Aunts et Uncles, Lipps, The Rogers Garden, Abes Corner, Camillo, Daleview Biscuits and Beer, Zanmi, and Little Roy Coffee & Co.


2,196 Lot SF 18 ft x 122 ft

5,336 Usable floor area

1493 Floor area as-built

3843 Unused FAR


First-floor unit: 2 bedrooms + 1 bath with usable basement with bathroom

Second-floor unit: Fully renovated, 3 bedrooms + 1 bath

Separate Heat + Hot water

Stainless Appliances

Hardwood Floors

Private Backyard

Native Gardens

Home Highlights

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Cooling only
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Home Details for 228 Martense St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: HardwoodGated Entry
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910Year Updated: 2017
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi Family

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: StuccoGarden
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2195 sqft

Price History for 228 Martense St

DatePriceEventSource
12/17/2021ListingRemovedStreetEasy
10/27/2021$1,229,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy
02/05/2018$810,000Sold
OneKey® MLS #3000022
01/29/2018$900,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/18/2016$230,000Sold
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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax
Assessment$1,060,000
Home facts updated by county records

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    "Very diverse with the different cultures. Easy to travel with the bus stops and train stations at most corners. "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "It it surely so convenient and I love the homeiness of the neighborhood. You really feel at home here."
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    "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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    "soccer,tennis,swimming,YMCA ,good schools,safe parks,trians and public transportation is available "
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    "Caribbean restaurants that offer great tasting food. Public transportation is in close proximity. "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "The home values are excellent and there is lots of new construction popping up all the time! It is so close to the park which is fantastic!"
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    "Flatbush is a nice Urban Area, lots of places to shop and you are accessible to get different things. "
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    "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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    "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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    "Gardening and block parties. Block clean ups. Community meetings. no other events really in the neighborhood "
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    "There are a lot of restaurants and cafes in the neighborhood. It’s nice. But things are still rough. There are still gangs, drug dealers and shootings in 2020 "
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228 Martense St, Brooklyn, NY 11226 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,232 sqft multi-family built in 1910. 228 Martense St is located in Flatbush, Brooklyn. This property is not currently available for sale. 228 Martense St was last sold on Feb 5, 2018 for $810,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 228 Martense St is $1,270,300.