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966 East 42nd StreetBrooklyn, NY 11210

For Sale

$799,999

Smart Buyer Rebate $7,500

Welcome to 966 East 42nd Street – a fully detached single-family home located on a peaceful tree-lined block in East Flatbush. This charming and spacious residence offers approximately 1,438 sq ft of interior space, set on a 2,000 sq ft lot, with a finished basement and full attic, providing plenty of room to grow.

The main level features a bright and sunny foyer, spacious living and dining areas, an eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, hardwood floors, and a cozy sunroom perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The home includes 4 well-proportioned bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half-bath—all updated with modern finishes.

The fully finished basement includes a separate entrance and an additional bathroom, ideal for use as a guest suite, home office, or recreation room. A full attic provides even more flexibility, offering potential for a fifth bedroom or creative space.

Additional features include a shared driveway leading to a 1-car detached garage, plus extra parking and a spacious backyard ideal for outdoor gatherings. While not formally landscaped as a garden, the backyard offers ample space to create your own private outdoor retreat.

This home offers a total of approximately 9–10 functional rooms, making it ideal for growing families or multi-generational living. Located near schools, transit, and shopping, with a Walk Score of 79 and Transit Score of 93, this property combines space, comfort, and convenience in one of Brooklyn’s most established residential neighborhoods.

Don’t miss the opportunity to own this classic East Flatbush gem with modern updates and endless potential.

Listed by Davidson Joseph

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Keller Williams Realty Greater

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516-873-7100

Last updated August 23, 2025

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Source: OneKey #887201

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodFlatlands
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms3
  • Days on Prevu62
  • Taxes$6,668/year
  • Size1,600 sqft
  • Price per sqft$500

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

07/09/2025
Listed by Keller Williams Realty Greater
$799,999

Estimated Closing Costs

Total
$25,419
Attorney Fees
$4,000
Title Insurance
$3,600
Bank Attorney
$1,500
Mortgage Recording Tax
$12,319
Other Closing Costs
$4,000

Estimated closing costs are based on the list price of $799,999 and a 20% downpayment. These estimates are for indicative purposes only. Actual closing costs may vary for each transaction. See the Closing Costs Calculator for calculations specific to your situation.

Property Details for 966 East 42nd Street

Exterior

Construction

  • Year Built: 1930
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Construction Materials: Other

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 2,000
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,668.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Interior Features: First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,600
  • Living Area Source: Other

Rooms

  • Basement: Finished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Rooms Total: 12

Parking

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Total: 2

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Ps 52 Sheepshead Bay
  • Elementary School District: Brooklyn 22

High School

  • High School: Brooklyn College Academy
  • High School District: Brooklyn 22

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: Andries Hudde
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Brooklyn 22

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiant
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

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