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Property Description
Welcome to 966 East 42nd Street - a fully detached single-family home located on a peaceful tree-lined block in East Flatbush. This charming and spacious residence offers approximately 1,438 sq ft of interior space, set on a 2,000 sq ft lot, with a finished basement and full attic, providing plenty of room to grow. The main level features a bright and sunny foyer, spacious living and dining areas, an eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, hardwood floors, and a cozy sunroom perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The home includes 4 well-proportioned bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half-bath-all updated with modern finishes. The fully finished basement includes a separate entrance and an additional bathroom, ideal for use as a guest suite, home office, or recreation room. A full attic provides even more flexibility, offering potential for a fifth bedroom or creative space. Additional features include a shared driveway leading to a 1-car detached garage, plus extra parking and a spacious backyard ideal for outdoor gatherings. While not formally landscaped as a garden, the backyard offers ample space to create your own private outdoor retreat. This home offers a total of approximately 9-10 functional rooms, making it ideal for growing families or multi-generational living. Located near schools, transit, and shopping, with a Walk Score of 79 and Transit Score of 93, this property combines space, comfort, and convenience in one of Brooklyn's most established residential neighborhoods. Don't miss the opportunity to own this classic East Flatbush gem with modern updates and endless potential.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 966 E 42nd St
General
- Sold For: $825,000
- Taxes: $6,668
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Long_Island
- MLS ID: 887201
- Added to Site: 194 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 12
- Interior Features: First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath
- Appliances: Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 2
Location
- County: Kings (Brooklyn)
School Information
- High School District: Brooklyn 22
- Elementary School: Ps 52 Sheepshead Bay
- Middle School: Andries Hudde
- High School: Brooklyn College Academy
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Radiant
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Other
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Building Size: 2000
- Square Feet: 2,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1930
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $6,668
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
Listed by Keller Williams Realty Greater
Sold by Next Level Homes Group Ltd
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Schools
Schools serving 966 E 42nd St
School District:New York City Geographic School District 22
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 109 1001 E 45th St, Brooklyn, NY 11210 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Andries Hudde School 2500 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210 | 6-8 | 0.8 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 966 E 42nd St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/12/2025
Sold
$825,000
3.13%
MLS
7/09/2025
Listed
$799,999
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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.
966 East 42nd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11210 (MLS# 887201) is a Single Family property that was sold at $825,000 on December 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 966 East 42nd Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Brooklyn? You can browse all Brooklyn real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

