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Property Description
Charming English Revival townhouse awaits your personal renovation! Built in 1917 and designed by the renowned architects Slee & Bryson, this exceptional townhouse is primed for your personal renovations, allowing you to create your dream home. Nestled in the Kenmore-Albemarle Terrace Historic District of Victorian Flatbush, it is situated on a serene cul-de-sac surrounded by Georgian Revival townhouses and is proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This single-family brick townhouse boasts a spacious triplex layout featuring five bedrooms and 2.5 baths, showcasing delightful original details such as original crafted woodwork, wainscoting, built in corner curio cabinets in dining room, intricate plaster moldings, built-in features, and herringbone parquet floors. Upon entering, you are greeted by a gracious center hall that leads to a roomy living area complete with a wood-burning fireplace. Adjacent to this is a formal dining room, adorned with wainscoting and large original windows that invite an abundance of natural light. The kitchen is designed for functionality and flows seamlessly into a private garden patio, perfect for entertaining. This home also includes a garage and private parking. Located in a charming, quiet corner of Flatbush, this townhouse borders both Prospect park South and Prospect Lefferts Garden and offers a quick 20-minute commute to Manhattan via the B & Q trains at Church Avenue.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 255 E 21st St
General
- Sold For: $999,000
- Taxes: $9,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20012290
- Added to Site: 298 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Smoke Free
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Other
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Unit
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Garage
Location
- County: Kings
- Subdivision: Flatbush
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Townhouse
- Basement Desc.: Other
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Year Built: 1917
- Other Struct. Feat.: Green Building
Lot Features
- Property View: Other
- Lot Size: 1789.97
- Lot Dimensions: 91.00 x 19.67
- Zoning: null
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $9,000
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Block: 5102
- Lot Number: 98
Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Brooklyn LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 255 E 21st St
School District:New York City Geographic School District 22
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 245 249 East 17th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226 | 1-5 | 0.3 mi |
Ms 246 Walt Whitman 72 Veronica Place, Brooklyn, NY 11226 | 6-8 | 0.3 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 255 E 21st St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/17/2025
Sold
$999,000
-33.36%
MLS
3/27/2025
Listed
$1,499,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
255 E 21st Street, New York City, NY 11226 (MLS# RLS20012290) is a Single Family property that was sold at $999,000 on July 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 255 E 21st 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.

