242 Stratford Road

242 Stratford Rd
Ditmas Park

$2,150,000
Price
5
Beds
2,225 Sq. Ft.
$966 / Sq. Ft.
2,225
Sq. Ft.
$966
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

With 5 bedrooms and 4 baths, 242 Stratford Road is a fine example of the Victorian influenced  American Foursquare style home that emerged in the late 1890s as domestic life moved toward greater efficiency and comfort. Preserving many Queen Anne and Colonial Revival traditions, the style balances beauty and craftsmanship with practicality and attainable value. 242 Stratford Road offers these qualities through its balanced proportions and distinctive form, resulting in a home that feels welcoming,...With 5 bedrooms and 4 baths, 242 Stratford Road is a fine example of the Victorian influenced  American Foursquare style home that emerged in the late 1890s as domestic life moved toward greater efficiency and comfort. Preserving many Queen Anne and Colonial Revival traditions, the style balances beauty and craftsmanship with practicality and attainable value. 242 Stratford Road offers these qualities through its balanced proportions and distinctive form, resulting in a home that feels welcoming, private, and well suited to modern living. A broad front porch leads into a marble-tiled entry landing, with the staircase to the right and the parlor to the left, establishing a clear and intuitive layout from the moment of entry. The parlor level opens into an expansive formal salon distinguished by original framed parquet floors in near-pristine condition, high ceilings, and a footprint generous enough to function as two distinct seating areas. Large windows on two exposures fill the room with light. The proportions and layout recall the formal salons of the period, accommodating both traditional entertaining and flexible modern use, and remain clearly distinct from the home's full dining room. Just off the parlor, the dining room is defined by its size and beautiful floors, offering ample space for a round table seating eight to ten. Generous windows overlook layered greenery from the surrounding bamboo and plantings, bringing light and a calm, settled atmosphere to the room. An open view into the kitchen connects the spaces while maintaining separation for dining and entertaining. Through the dining room, the oversized kitchen is welcoming and bright, with arched windows and rounded frames that soften the space and frame constant daylight and garden views. A professional-grade range, hood, and double refrigerator support serious meal preparation, while a mobile center island allows for flexible use. Pendant fixtures and recessed lighting add warmth and charm. A nearby half bath adds everyday convenience. Outside the French doors, a wide deck offers space to cook, dine, and entertain, easily accommodating guests for outdoor gatherings. Beyond the deck, a custom-built inground koi pond anchors the private yard and creates a peaceful retreat. The pond may also be converted into a spa-style wading pool. The second floor is organized around the primary en-suite bedroom, featuring alcove space, a walk-in cedar closet, and direct access to a full-length sitting deck overlooking the backyard and surrounding trees. The primary bath is a custom wet room designed with slate walls, a pebble-stone floor, glass-block windows, a stone vessel sink, and an oversized walk-in shower beneath a wood-paneled ceiling. This level also includes a generously sized den or flex room, an additional bedroom, plus a full bath with the gorgeous clawfoot tub - perfect! The top floor offers three generously sized bedrooms with original pine plank floors. Roof-sloped ceilings follow the roofline while maintaining comfortable proportions throughout. Windows on multiple exposures bring in natural light and open sky views framed by majestic Ditmas Park trees. A full bath serves this level. The basement spans the full footprint of the home, offering substantial square footage, good ceiling height, and excellent future-use potential. A dedicated laundry room is located on this level, along with a discreet toilet wash room. A private drive accommodates up to three vehicles before reaching the original freestanding garage. Homes offering this level of space, condition, and flexibility are increasingly hard to find in Ditmas Park. With 5+ bedrooms, 4 full baths, its original layout remarkably intact, and updates made without erasing the home's core character, 242 Stratford Road presents a compelling opportunity. Gracious in proportion and adaptable to modern life, it is a home ready to be enjoyed by its next owner.
  1. Listed by lisa shaw • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (917)-627-7601 C: (917)-627-7601 lisa.shaw@elliman.com

Property Details for 242 Stratford Road

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/18/2026 02:39 PM

Property Details for 242 Stratford Road

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20066813
Days on Market9
Taxes$873 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms13.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeSingle Family Townhouse
Year Built1920
Lot Size5,000 SF / 100' x 50'
CountyKings County

Building

242 Stratford Rd

1 Units2 StoriesBuilt in 1920

Location

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Building Information for 242 Stratford Road

Stories2Year Built1920Building Size24' x 39'Building Sq. Ft1,872 SFLot Size5,000 SF / 100' x 50'Building Age-Building Type-

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$11,352 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,479

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Property Information for 242 Stratford Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Ditmas Park
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0040
  • Tax Block: 05141
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0040
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 2225.0
  • Building Area Total: 2225.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00x50.00
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Smoke Free YN: true
  • Building Laundry Features: InUnit
  • 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: Townhouse
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
  • Fireplace: No
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: No
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, InUnit
  • ElevatorsTotal: 0
  • Size Dimensions: 39.00x24.00
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Delivered Vacant: No
  • Attendance Type: None
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 242 Stratford Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jan 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20066813

$2,150,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/13/2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20066813

$2,150,000

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Public Records for 242 Stratford Road

Taxable ValueLand$29,880Additions$67,080Total$96,960
Tax Record2025$9,883 ($824 / month) Tax Class1Tax Rate20.085%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt2,215 SqFtLot Size5,000 SqFtYear Built1920ZoningR3XAPN3051410040

Schools near 242 Stratford Road

This home is within New York City Geographic District #22.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 139 Alexine A Fenty
Public - PK to 5
Jhs 62 Ditmas
Public - 6 to 8
Brooklyn College Academy
Public - 9 to 12
Middle 890
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 139 Alexine A Fenty
PublicPK to 5

Jhs 62 Ditmas
Public6 to 8

Brooklyn College Academy
Public9 to 12

Middle 890
Public6 to 8

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More information about 242 Stratford Road, Ditmas Park

242 Stratford Road is a townhouse for sale in Ditmas Park. This property was listed for sale on January 13, 2026 by Douglas Elliman Real Estate, it's currently listed at $2,150,000. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District #22. Nearby schools include P.S. 139 Alexine A Fenty, Jhs 62 Ditmas and Brooklyn College Academy. 242 Stratford Road is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 2,225 sqft townhouse built in 1920.

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