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$2,180,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Multi-Family
  • 8 Total Beds
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The home blends the timeless character of a historic brownstone with the airy feel of a modern downtown loft. Located on a beautiful tree-lined block in one of the most sought-after pockets of Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, this residence is filled with natural light and features charming original built-ins, including an elegant, intricately crafted wood bannister. The neighborhood continues to flourish with an ever-growing selection of restaurants, cafés, and boutiques that cater to every need. Convenient transit access via the A/C lines at Utica Ave and the J line at Kosciuszko St provides an easy commute throughout Brooklyn and beyond. This property also presents an excellent opportunity for strong rental income.

Full Property Details for 688 Putnam Ave

General

  • Price: $2,180,000
  • Taxes: $8,077
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Multi-Family
  • Source: Long_Island
  • MLS ID: 938332
  • Updated: 11/22/2025
  • Added to Site: 55 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: First Floor Bedroom

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 8

Parking

  • Parking Features: Other

Location

  • County: Kings (Brooklyn)

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Multi Units
  • Heating Type: Oil

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected

Structural Information

  • Detached/Attached: Attached
  • Construction: Brownstone
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished
  • Building Size: 2690
  • Square Feet: 2,690
  • Year Built: 1910

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.0459
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,000
  • Lot Dimensions: 20 x 100

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $8,077.92

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: None
  • Property ID: 01650-0018
  • Block: 1650
  • Lot Number: 18

Listed by E Realty International Corp and Winzone Realty Inc

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  • E Realty International Corp

  • Winzone Realty Inc

718-886-8110

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NMLS#: 1598647

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Schools serving 688 Putnam Ave

School District:New York City Geographic School District 16
NameGradesDistance
Ps 262 El Hajj Malik El Shabazz Elementary School
500 Macon Street, Brooklyn, NY 11233
K-50.3 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 688 Putnam Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/22/2025
Listed
$2,180,000
28.24%
MLS
4/13/2023
Sold
$1,700,000
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Tax History for 688 Putnam Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,118
8%
$64,940
-72%
2024
$7,523
8%
$229,500
20%
2023
$6,966
2%
$191,250
20%
2022
$6,835
3%
$159,300
25%
2021
$6,618
6%
$127,485
3%
2020
$6,231
8%
$123,750
20%
2019
$5,773
6%
$103,140
141%
2017
$5,451
2%
$42,859
3%
2016
$5,350
8%
$41,499
8%
2015
$4,950
14%
$38,426
8%
2014
$4,334
-2%
$35,605
8%
2013
$4,429
—
$32,969
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Listed by E Realty International Corp and Winzone Realty Inc

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688 Putnam Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221 (MLS# 938332) is a Multi-Family property with 4 units containing 8 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 688 Putnam Avenue is currently listed for $2,180,000 and was received on November 22, 2025. Want to learn more about 688 Putnam Avenue? 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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