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  • Multi-Family
  • 10 Total Beds
  • Updated 3 days ago
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A rare opportunity to acquire a pre-war, 5-story, 10-unit building on one of Brooklyn Heights' most sought-after blocks. Totaling approximately 6,594 square feet, the building is comprised of 8 one-bedroom and 2 two-bedroom units, with 9 free market and 1 rent stabilized. There is 1 unit currently vacant and ready for immediate use or renovation. The building lends itself to multiple purchasing strategies: a value-add to capitalize on the strong rental demand, a condo conversion, or a townhouse conversion. Contact for financials, rent roll, showing schedule, and more details.

Full Property Details for 279 Henry St

General

  • Price: $5,000,000
  • Taxes: $64,884
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Multi-Family
  • Source: REBNY
  • MLS ID: RLS20093141
  • Updated: 5/26/2026
  • Added to Site: 11 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 12
  • Interior Features: Smoke Free
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Decorative

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 12
  • Full Bathrooms: 12

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 10

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Building Other

Location

  • County: Kings
  • Subdivision: Brooklyn Heights

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Other

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Basement Desc.: Other
  • Stories/Levels: 4
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Other Struct. Feat.: Green Building

Lot Features

  • Property View: Other
  • Lot Size: 2312.5
  • Lot Dimensions: 92.50 x 25.00

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $64,884

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Property ID: 00263-0018
  • Block: 263
  • Lot Number: 18

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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Schools serving 279 Henry St

School District:New York City Geographic School District 15
NameGradesDistance
Zipporiah Mills
314 Pacific Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
K-50.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 279 Henry St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/18/2026
Listed
$5,000,000
81.82%
MLS
1/14/2009
Sold
$2,750,000
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Tax History for 279 Henry St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$67,603
—
$1,382,400
156%
2025
$67,603
3%
$540,826
-44%
2024
$65,417
8%
$960,120
-20%
2023
$60,577
10%
$1,200,150
-20%
2022
$55,036
8%
$1,500,300
-15%
2021
$51,033
-2%
$1,764,900
-1%
2020
$51,890
3%
$1,788,300
20%
2019
$50,204
14%
$1,490,400
300%
2017
$43,895
—
$372,721
8%
2017
$43,895
6%
$345,114
8%
2016
$41,256
—
$320,015
—
2015
$41,228
9%
$320,015
3%
2014
$37,688
6%
$309,619
8%
2013
$35,661
—
$286,709
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279 Henry Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 (MLS# RLS20093141) is a Multi-Family property with 10 units containing 10 bedrooms and 12 full bathrooms. 279 Henry Street is currently listed for $5,000,000 and was received on May 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 279 Henry Street? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Brooklyn? You can browse all Brooklyn real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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