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Property Description
Beautifully renovated, but retaining its lovely period detail, this bay-windowed, one family brownstone is located on one of historic Prospect Lefferts Garden's prettiest, tree-lined blocks. This sun-filled home is in move-in condition and offers 3 floors of comfortable living. At the parlor level, a gracious entrance foyer leads to the living room with its desirable open floor plan. Details include pocket doors with stained glass, decorative fireplace, high ceilings, and parquet floors. Also on this level is the formal dining room, a modern kitchen with new high end appliances, and access to the sun-filled south garden. The upper floor offers 4 bedrooms, a renovated bath. and the original "pass-through" closet with working sink, plus skylights and many original details. The finely finished and perfectly planned English basement is one to be envied. There is a spacious media room/den, a lovely full bath, the perfect laundry room, cedar closets, and terrific storage space, as well as garden access. Located in the landmark neighborhood of Lefferts Manor, this lovely home is close to Prospect Park, the Zoo, the Carousel , the new ice-skating rink, The Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and the area's newest restaurants and shops. All just a few blocks from the B/Q/2/5 trains for a convenient commute into Manhattan.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 196 Midwood St
General
- Sold For: $2,280,000
- Taxes: $7,416
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS10991778
- Added to Site: 621 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Smoke Free
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Decorative
- Appliances: Washer Dryer Allowed
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Building Other, In Unit
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio
Location
- County: Kings
- Subdivision: Prospect Lefferts G
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Walk-Up
- Basement Desc.: Other
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Year Built: 1901
- Other Struct. Feat.: Green Building
Lot Features
- Property View: Other
- Lot Size: 2000
- Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 20.00
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $7,416
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Block: 5035
- Lot Number: 39
Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Brooklyn LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 196 Midwood St
School District:New York City Geographic School District 17
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 92 Adrian Hegeman 601 Parkside Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Ms 61 Gladstone H Atwell 400 Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11225 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 196 Midwood St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/07/2025
Price Reduced
$2,280,000
—
MLS
4/03/2025
Sold
$2,280,000
-2.77%
MLS
10/29/2024
Price Reduced
$2,345,000
-2.09%
MLS
7/19/2024
Price Reduced
$2,395,000
-2.24%
MLS
5/08/2024
Listed
$2,450,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
196 Midwood Street, New York City, NY 11225 (MLS# RLS10991778) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,280,000 on April 03, 2025. Want to learn more about 196 Midwood Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New York City? You can browse all New York City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

