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Back to the listing3-bedroom house for sale in Cypress Hills
88 Chestnut St, Cypress Hills, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11208
- Size
- 2,756 ft² (256 m²)
- Available
- Now
- Year built
- 1920: Building details
About this home
House for sale in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,756 ft². Asking price $999,000. Built in 1920.
From the original listing · Realtor.comShowHide
Please reach out to schedule a showing. This three-story Colonial-style single-family home in Cypress Hills offers 1,942 square feet of interior living space plus an impressive 1,650 square feet of private outdoor space, and 814 square feet of unfinished basement space offering future possibilities. With two bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a bonus full floor lounge on the third floor, this home is a rare blend of historic character and considered design. The entryway sets a refined tone with handcrafted cement tile by Cle. Inside, brand new Kahrs oak floors run across the first and second levels, complementing the warm, layered aesthetic found throughout. The kitchen is a showstopper featuring a Florida quartzite countertop, tile by Italian brand Ceramiche Refin designed by Kasia Zareba, and a salvaged industrial window that floods the space with natural light. Two original fireplaces remain as beautiful architectural centerpieces-while not currently operational, they add an authentic historic charm to the living areas. The roof has also just been redone, ensuring peace of mind for years to come. Every fixture has been thoughtfully selected, including antique sinks and a clawfoot tub sourced from vintage stores across New York City. The original electric baseboards were replaced with salvaged cast iron radiators from Victorian and carriage homes, offering even, radiant heat and timeless detail. The home also features a full-size washer and dryer just off the primary bedroom, generous storage throughout, and a charming covered front porch. Out back, the expansive paved outdoor space is perfect for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing in the open air. The house includes 814 square feet of unfinished basement space offering future possibilities. Beyond the property, you'll find some of the neighborhood's best-kept secrets just moments away. The Ridgewood Reservoir offers excellent trails and sweeping views for nature lovers. Nearby Highland Park features great tennis courts designed and painted by Sen2 Figueroa, and featured in the NY Times. Forest Park invites you to explore even more wooded trails and picnic spots. This is a rare opportunity to own a free-standing home that celebrates historic charm while embracing modern comfort, all within easy reach of everything Brooklyn has to offer.
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Grade B, 75/100 · Complete
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- Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1920, 1 home)5/5
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Compared with the area
Asks $999,000, 43% above the median asking price for 3-bedroom homes for sale in 11208.
- Median here
- $699,000
- 11 listings, last 90 days
- Per ft²
- $362.48 vs $506.18
- This home vs the median, 28% lower
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More about 11208Location
- NeighborhoodCypress HillsHousing records and complaints
- BoroughBrooklynHousing records
- ZIP codeZIP 11208Buildings and sales
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- CityNew YorkHomes for sale
Nearby transit
- Crescent StJ Z6 min walk
- Cypress HillsJ9 min walk
- Norwood AvJ Z9 min walk
Nearby public schools · District 19
- P.S. 065elementary, grades K-5180 m
- M.S. 935middle530 m
- Transit Tech Career and Technical Education High Schoolhigh, grades 9-12830 m
Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.
The building
1 unit · 2 floors · built 1920
Building record (NYC)
NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)88 Chestnut Street · BBL 3-04115-0036 · built 1920 · 1 units
- Building type
- One-family home
- Open HPD violations
- None
- Heat complaints
- 0 this season
- Complaints, last 12 months
- 0
- Rent stabilization
- None in 2018–2024 tax bills
- Last sale (12-month file)
- No sales in our 12-month file
No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.
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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.







































