$2,180,000
Price
8
Beds
2,690 Sq. Ft.
$810 / Sq. Ft.
2,690
Sq. Ft.
$810
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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....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.

Amenities

  • Built-Ins
  • Walk Up
  • Air Conditioning
  • Voice Intercom
  • Basement
  • Parking Included
  • Lowrise
  • Brownstone
LISTING UPDATED: 12/23/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 688 Putnam Avenue

StatusActive
MLS ID83375TH
Days on Market32
Taxes$8,078 / year
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms10.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeHouse/Building
Year Built1910
Lot Size2,000 SF / 20' x 100'
CountyKings County

Building

688 Putnam Ave

5 Units2 StoriesBuilt in 1910

Location

Listing Courtesy of E Realty International Corp.
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Building Information for 688 Putnam Avenue

Stories2Residences5Year Built1910Building Size20' x 42'Building Sq. Ft1,680 SFLot Size2,000 SF / 20' x 100'Building Age-Building Type-

Payment Calculator

$11,445 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,772

Property Taxes

$673

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property History for 688 Putnam Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

OLR #83375TH

$2,180,000
Apr 14, 2023

Sold

ONEKEY #3438489

$1,700,000
Apr 13, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2023042500913001

$1,700,000
Jan 26, 2023

Contract Signed

ONEKEY #3438489

Dec 31, 2022

Temporarily Off Market

ONEKEY #3425971

$2,600,000
Oct 20, 2022

Listed (Active)

ONEKEY #3438489

$2,350,000
Aug 25, 2022

Listed (Active)

ONEKEY #3425971

$2,600,000
Jun 21, 2022

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10791488

$2,495,000
Feb 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10791488

$2,695,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/22/2025

Listed (Active)

OLR #83375TH

$2,180,000
04/14/2023

Sold

ONEKEY #3438489

$1,700,000
04/13/2023

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2023042500913001

$1,700,000
01/26/2023

Contract Signed

ONEKEY #3438489

12/31/2022

Temporarily Off Market

ONEKEY #3425971

$2,600,000
10/20/2022

Listed (Active)

ONEKEY #3438489

$2,350,000
08/25/2022

Listed (Active)

ONEKEY #3425971

$2,600,000
06/21/2022

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10791488

$2,495,000
02/23/2022

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10791488

$2,695,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 688 Putnam Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$10,350Additions$219,150Total$229,500
Tax Record2025$7,522 ($627 / month) Tax Class2ATax Rate12.5%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt2,690 SqFtLot Size2,000 SqFtYear Built1910ZoningR6BAPN3016500018

Schools near 688 Putnam Avenue

This home is within New York City Geographic District #16.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Ms 267 Math Science And Technology
Public6 to 8

The Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance
Public9 to 12

Ms 35 Stephen Decatur
Public6 to 8

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688 Putnam Avenue is a townhouse for sale in Bedford-Stuyvesant. This property was listed for sale on November 22, 2025 by E Realty International Corp., it's currently listed at $2,180,000. It has been on the market for a total of 32 days and was last sold on April 14, 2023. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District #16. Nearby schools include P.S. 262 El Hajj Malik El Shabazz Elementary School, Ms 267 Math Science And Technology and The Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance. 688 Putnam Avenue is a 8-bed, 4-bath, 2,690 sqft townhouse built in 1910.

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