490 Classon Avenue
Description
Offering three...Nestled on a picturesque tree-lined block in the heart of Clinton Hill, this exquisite home was built in the late 1800's. At nearly 24' wide on a 100-foot deep lot with three exposures, the house offers a rare combination of historic character, generous proportions, and beautifully integrated indoor and outdoor living with an abundance of natural light. Currently configured and enjoyed as a spacious single-family home, the property retains its legal status as a two-family residence.
Offering three bedrooms, with the flexibility for a fourth, three full bathrooms, multiple living spaces, a dedicated home office, abundant storage, and generous rooms throughout, this elegant property provides ample space to gather, work, and relax.
A gracious foyer sets a welcoming tone. Beyond the entryway, the formal living room showcases the house's original details, including plaster crown and ceiling moldings, hardwood floors, and an immaculately restored marble fireplace mantel with its original pier mirror, creating a warm and timeless setting for everyday living and entertaining.
Just beyond, a quiet home office with French doors and garden views offers an ideal space for work, reading, or a moment of calm.
The kitchen is truly the heart of the home. Granite countertops, generous work surfaces, a breakfast bar, abundant cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances make it as functional as it is welcoming. Soaring beamed ceilings, two oversized skylights and dual exposures with sliding glass doors fill the space with natural light and create a seamless connection to the deck and garden beyond. The spacious dining area overlooks the greenery outside and is equally suited to leisurely dinners, holiday gatherings, or a quiet morning coffee. A full bathroom with a soaking tub and bidet toilet, along with three closets, completes this level.
Upstairs, a large secondary living room provides another inviting place to gather. Centered around a beautifully restored marble fireplace mantel and framed by three windows with treetop views, the room can serve as a media room, library, playroom, or simply a comfortable place to unwind.
Through French doors, the primary suite overlooks the garden and enjoys lovely western light. The en-suite bathroom features custom opalescent tiles, a freestanding soaking tub, separate shower, and marble vanity, creating a peaceful retreat at the end of the day.
The top floor offers two additional rooms beneath beautiful original tin ceilings, easily serving as bedrooms, guest rooms, studios, or workspaces. Four closets, along with an additional walk-in closet add to the home's versatility. A third full bathroom with crisp white tilework and a tub completes the floor.
The outdoor spaces are every bit as special as the interiors. A charming front porch overlooks a professionally landscaped flower garden, while the expansive back yard has been thoughtfully cultivated into a secluded urban retreat. Mature birch and flowering trees and multiple flower beds create a sense of privacy and tranquility rarely found in the city. A drip irrigation system serves both the front and rear gardens, making maintenance simple and efficient.
Adding to the home's lasting appeal, the facade recently underwent a complete restoration, enhancing its historic architectural beauty while providing peace of mind for years to come.
The basement provides substantial storage and a dedicated laundry area.
Modern updates include central air conditioning and multiple heating and cooling zones for year-round comfort.
Perfectly positioned in one of Brooklyn's most beloved neighborhoods, the home is just two blocks from the C train and moments from Fort Greene Park, Barclays Center, BAM, Atlantic Terminal, and the endless collection of celebrated cafés, restaurants, boutiques, and neighborhood favorites that make Clinton Hill such a sought-after destination.
A rare offering that balances historic character, generous proportions, modern comfort, and exceptional outdoor living, this is a home of unusual charm, beauty and flexibility.
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1Property Information for 490 Classon Avenue
- MLS ID: RLS20096378
- Taxes: $580 / month
- Total Rooms: 10.0
- MLS Type: House/Building
- County: Kings County
- View: Other
- Stories: 3
- Residences: 2
- Year Built: 1899
- Lot Size: 2,300 SF / 100' x 23'
- Building Type: Lowrise
- Subdivision Name: Clinton Hill
- Stories Total: 3
- View: No
- Tax Lot: 0070
- Tax Block: 01984
- Building Tax Lot: 0070
- Tax Abatement YN: false
- Garage: No
- Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
- Living Area: 2050.0
- Building Area Total: 2050.0
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00x23.00
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Landmark Status YN: false
- Building Smoke Free YN: true
- Building Laundry Features: InUnit
- Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
- Building Pool Features: None
- Capital Reserves YN: false
- Green Building YN: true
- New Development: No
- Sponsor Unit: No
- Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
- New Construction: No
- Structure Type: Townhouse
- Property Condition: Excellent
- Basement: Other
- Exterior Features: None
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
- Cooling: Zoned
- Entry Level: 1
- Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
- Fireplace Features: Decorative
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Interior Features: WalkInClosets, Storage, HighCeilings
- Floor Number: 1
- Basement: No
- Cooling: Yes
- Laundry Features: WasherHookup, InUnit
- Size Dimensions: 30.00x20.00
- Number Of Units Total: 2
- Pets Allowed: UnitNo
- Delivered Vacant: No
- Attendance Type: None
- Land Lease: No
Property History for 490 Classon Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2026 | Sold Manual | $2,975,000 |
| 09/10/2026 | $2,975,000 +7.1% / yr | |
| 08/11/2026 | — | |
| 06/08/2026 | $3,150,000 | |
| 06/19/2018 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 02/22/2018 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 02/22/2018 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,350,000 |
| 02/16/2018 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 10/27/2017 | Price Change Manual | $2,450,000 |
| 09/08/2017 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,600,000 |
| 12/17/2014 | — | |
| 08/26/2014 | $1,300,000 | |
| 04/07/2014 | $1,400,000 | |
| 11/14/2013 | $1,295,000 | |
| 11/14/2013 | $1,295,000 | |
| 11/06/2013 | $1,295,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 490 Classon Avenue
Schools near 490 Classon Avenue
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 56 Lewis H Latimer PublicPK to 5 | ||
Urban Assembly Unison School (The) Public6 to 8 | ||
Bedford Academy High School Public9 to 12 | ||
GOTHAM PROFESSIONAL ARTS ACADEMY Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 490 Classon Avenue, Clinton Hill | $2,975,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,050 | 2,300 |
$1,250,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,160 | 1,224 |
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