259 New York Avenue
Description
Designed for both comfort and elegance, the home offers five bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, a study, and multiple sunlit living areas. Oversized windows flood the interiors with natural light, highlighting the exquisite details throughout. A striking grand staircase serves as a breathtaking focal point, adding to the home’s timeless charm. This extraordinary residence is a perfect balance of classic elegance and contemporary convenience.
The heart of the home is the chef’s kitchen, a culinary dream outfitted with high-end LG appliances, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and designer lighting. From here, pop out onto a backyard deck—an ideal setting for entertaining or unwinding in the open air.
The second floor is anchored by the luxurious primary suite, featuring two closets, an en-suite bath, and a decorative fireplace. Two additional king-sized bedrooms complete this level. The third floor offers even more flexibility, with two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a spacious laundry room for ultimate convenience. A full basement provides ample storage and direct street access, enhancing the home’s practicality. The property has undergone thoughtful updates while preserving its original character.
Located in the heart of Crown Heights, this home offers the best of Brooklyn at your doorstep—from the lush greenery of Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden to the neighborhood’s thriving dining and cultural scene. Commuting is effortless with easy access to the 3 train at Nostrand Avenue, the 2 and 5 trains at President Street, as well as nearby bus routes and Citi Bike stations.
Amenities
- Deck
- Porch
- Decorative Fireplace
- Fireplace
- Crown Mouldings
- Decorative Mouldings
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
Property Details for 259 New York Avenue
| Status | Temporarily Off Market |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 223 |
| Taxes | $623 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | 20% |
| Total Rooms | 17.0 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1905 |
| Lot Size | 1,890 SF / 18' x 105' |
| County | Kings County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
259 New York Ave
Location
Building Information for 259 New York Avenue
Payment Calculator
$11,000 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$10,377
$623
$0
Property History for 259 New York Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 06/20/2025 | Price Change Manual | $2,100,000 |
| 05/16/2025 | Price Change Manual | $2,299,000 |
| 04/11/2025 | $2,450,000 | |
| 04/09/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,399,000 |
| 04/09/2025 | — | |
| 08/04/2024 | $2,595,000 | |
| 02/06/2024 | $2,650,000 | |
| 01/04/2024 | $2,450,000 | |
| 01/03/2024 | $2,650,000 | |
| 01/02/2024 | $2,650,000 | |
| 10/23/2023 | $1,850,000 | |
| 10/17/2022 | $2,099,000 | |
| 10/12/2022 | $2,195,000 | |
| 06/24/2022 | $2,250,000 | |
| 06/15/2022 | $1,550,000 | |
| 05/18/2021 | Permanently Off Market ONEKEY #3310636 | — |
| 05/06/2021 | Listed (Active) ONEKEY #3310636 | $2,100,000 |
| 12/31/2019 | Temporarily Off Market ONEKEY #3151918 | $2,397,000 |
| 07/31/2019 | Listed (Active) ONEKEY #3151918 | $2,397,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 259 New York Avenue
Schools near 259 New York Avenue
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 138 PublicPK to 8 | ||
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School Public6 to 12 | ||
The School Of Integrated Learning Public6 to 8 | ||
ASPIRATIONS DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL 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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