185 12th Street

185 12th St
Gowanus

$4,250,000
Price
5
Beds
3,960 Sq. Ft.
$1,073 / Sq. Ft.
3,960
Sq. Ft.
$1,073
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Stylishly Renovated Townhouse with Garage Tucked behind a beautifully restored facade on a quiet, tree-lined block, 185 12th Street is a masterclass in thoughtful renovation and timeless design. Grand in scale and built in 1875, this 22 foot wide, almost 4,000 square foot truly unique townhouse with a private garage has been meticulously renovated to honor its architectural features while incorporating modern comforts. Currently used as a 2 family home and full of original details, the owner's triplex...Stylishly Renovated Townhouse with Garage Tucked behind a beautifully restored facade on a quiet, tree-lined block, 185 12th Street is a masterclass in thoughtful renovation and timeless design. Grand in scale and built in 1875, this 22 foot wide, almost 4,000 square foot truly unique townhouse with a private garage has been meticulously renovated to honor its architectural features while incorporating modern comforts. Currently used as a 2 family home and full of original details, the owner's triplex is made up of 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Venture up the stoop with its original 150 year old iron railings and enter the Parlor level Living and Dining Rooms with 11 ft ceilings, beautifully restored floors, original moldings, elegant marble fireplaces and a convenient powder room. The thoughtfully designed modern kitchen is outfitted with high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, and provides access to the exterior stairs leading down to the lush garden. Up the elegant staircase, on the 2nd floor you'll find 2 large bedrooms, a dressing room, an office and a fully renovated bathroom featuring a free standing clawfoot bathtub. The 3rd and top floor is used as a primary suite,complete with a dressing room with tailor made cabinetry, a sitting room, a second office and another full bathroom with custom tile and millwork. The bedroom windows provide expansive views of downtown Brooklyn while the roof offers spectacular unobstructed panoramic views of Manhattan and the NY Harbor. On the garden level, a separate entrance leads to a fully renovated one bedroom apartment featuring a custom designed kitchen and expansive living space, offering flexibility for either a guest suite or substantial rental income. The cellar level has been completely transformed with waterproofing, polished concrete floors, repointed stone foundation walls, and steel I-beams for long-term structural integrity. It is dry, with a full height ceiling, and it accommodates a laundry area, plenty of room for storage and a gym area. A rare, PRIVATE GARAGE which is currently being used as an artist studio has electric garage doors. And a newly paved shared driveway with a gate means you'll never look for parking again! The front and rear gardens are beautifully landscaped with native plantings and an irrigation system. The large rear yard is an urban oasis with plenty of space for entertaining, a cedar fence, an arbor and a 90 year old grape vine. Located on the edge of Park Slope and the border of Carroll Gardens, 185 12th Street gives you convenient access to the best of Brooklyn. Enjoy local culinary favorites like Winner, Olivier Bistro, Pasta Louise; Four & Twenty Blackbirds, Claro, Table 87 and Frankies 457, all nearby. Head to the nearby farmer's market & fields at the Old Stone House and Carroll St, the recently renovated Ennis Playground down the block and enjoy all Prospect Park has to offer, just up the hill. Enjoy the art galleries booming in Gowanus and Red Hook and at the same time have the ease of grocery stores, pharmacies and local shopping of Park Slope just a block away. The F, G, and R trains are only 2 blocks away, making commuting effortless.
  1. Listed by Kerrie Lynch • Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
    P: (212)-381-6583 C: (212)-381-6583 klynch@bhsusa.com
  2. Listed by Ari S Harkov • Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
    P: (212)-381-4246 C: (212)-381-4246 aharkov@bhsusa.com
  3. Listed by Warner M Lewis • Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
    P: (212)-381-6590 C: (212)-381-6590 wlewis@bhsusa.com

Property Details for 185 12th Street

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Property Details for 185 12th Street

StatusContract Signed
MLS IDRLS20021837
Days on Market197
Taxes$655 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms14.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeHouse/Building
Year Built1899
Lot Size2,500 SF / 100' x 25'
CountyKings County

Building

185 12th St

3 Units3 StoriesBuilt in 1899

Location

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Building Information for 185 12th Street

Stories3Residences3Year Built1899Building Size22' x 45'Building Sq. Ft2,970 SFLot Size2,500 SF / 100' x 25'Building Age-Building Type-

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$21,656 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$21,001

Property Taxes

$655

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property Information for 185 12th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Gowanus
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • View: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0066
  • Tax Block: 01021
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0066
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Building Parking Total: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: true
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Lot Information
  • Living Area: 3960.0
  • Building Area Total: 3960.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00x25.00
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Smoke Free YN: true
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: true
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: WalkUp
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Other
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, InUnit
  • ElevatorsTotal: 0
  • Size Dimensions: 45.00x22.00
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Delivered Vacant: No
  • Attendance Type: None
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 185 12th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 19, 2025

Contract Signed

RLS RESO #RLS20021837

—
May 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20021837

$4,450,000—
Dec 4, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2015121701123003

$2,450,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/19/2025

Contract Signed

RLS RESO #RLS20021837

—
05/06/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20021837

$4,450,000
12/04/2015

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2015121701123003

$2,450,000

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Public Records for 185 12th Street

Taxable ValueLand$23,880Additions$129,240Total$153,120
Tax Record2025$7,786 ($649 / month) Tax Class1Tax Rate20.085%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt3,520 SqFtLot Size2,500 SqFtYear Built1899ZoningR6BAPN3010210066

Schools near 185 12th Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District #15.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 124 Silas B Dutcher
Public - PK to 5
Ms 51 William Alexander
Public - 6 to 8
John Jay School for Law
Public - 9 to 12
Maurice Sendak Community School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 124 Silas B Dutcher
PublicPK to 5

Ms 51 William Alexander
Public6 to 8

John Jay School for Law
Public9 to 12

Maurice Sendak Community School
PublicK to 5

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