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3-bedroom house for sale in Madison

1886 Gerritsen Ave, Madison, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11229

$839,000
Asking price · in USD
Bedrooms
3: 3+ bedroom homes for sale in ZIP 11229
Bathrooms
2: Homes with 2+ bathrooms for sale in ZIP 11229
Size
1,260 ft² (117 m²)
Type
House: Houses for sale in ZIP 11229
Available
Now
Year built
1950: Building details

About this home

House for sale in Madison, Brooklyn: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,260 ft². Asking price $839,000. Built in 1950.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Just listed in prime Marine Park! Welcome to 1886 Gerritsen Avenue, a semi-detached, two-family brick home offering approximately 1,900 square feet, low property taxes, and private parking. The main residence features a spacious duplex layout. The first floor offers an open-concept kitchen, formal dining area, and generous living room-ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a full bathroom. Numerous side windows bring abundant natural light throughout the home. The ground floor features a studio apartment with a full bathroom and stall shower. A lovely backyard provides space to relax and enjoy the outdoors, while a garage and private driveway add everyday convenience. Ideally located near beloved Marine Park, shopping, dining, public transportation, schools, and houses of worship, this home combines space, comfort, and convenience in one of Brooklyn's cherished neighborhoods. Discover its charm and potential for yourself!

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 77/100 · Complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 22 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details15/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 147 words3/3
  • True cost15/15
    • Full points: Running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)8/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1950, 2 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

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Compared with the area

Asks $839,000, 15% below the median asking price for 3-bedroom homes for sale in Madison.

Median here
$989,999
16 listings, last 90 days
Per ft²
$665.87 vs $741.01
This home vs the median, 10% lower

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More about Madison

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Kings HwyB Q23 min walk
  • Avenue UQ24 min walk
  • Neck RdQ27 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 22

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The building

2 units · 2 floors · built 1950

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

1886 Gerritsen Avenue · BBL 3-06838-0006 · built 1950 · 2 units

Roofy building score 96/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Two-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.

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