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Back to the listing5-bedroom house for sale in Bedford-Stuyvesant
885A Putnam Ave, Bedford-Stuyvesant (East), Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11221
- Size
- 2,578 ft² (240 m²)
- Available
- Now
- Year built
- 1901: Building details
About this home
House for sale in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn: 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,578 ft². Asking price $1,750,000. Built in 1901.
From the original listing · Realtor.comShowHide
Timeless Brooklyn brownstone charm meets modern living at this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant. Built in 1901, this classic brick home has been thoughtfully updated while preserving the architectural details that make Brooklyn brownstones so special. Step inside to soaring ceilings, original hardwood floors, decorative fireplaces, rich millwork, oversized windows and an inviting open layout that effortlessly combines historic character with everyday comfort. The renovated chef's kitchen features granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a center island and abundant storage perfect for entertaining or preparing family meals. The home offers five generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom, providing exceptional flexibility for growing households, guests or dedicated work-from-home space. The spacious primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat, while every room is filled with natural light and timeless elegance. The fully finished basement expands the home's versatility with a large recreation area, stylish wet bar, full bathroom, laundry area and multiple flex spaces ideal for a media room, home gym, guest quarters or extended living. Outside, enjoy your own private backyard oasis featuring a spacious patio, mature landscaping and plenty of room for outdoor dining, summer gatherings and relaxing under the stars. Situated on one of Bedford-Stuyvesant's picturesque tree-lined blocks, you'll enjoy close proximity to neighborhood cafe's, restaurants, parks, shopping and convenient transportation, all while experiencing the unmistakable charm and sense of community that make this one of Brooklyn's most sought-after neighborhoods.
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Roofy listing score
Grade B, 74/100 · Complete
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- Full points: Description of 257 words3/3
True cost11/15
- Some points: Taxes not stated4/8
- 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 1901, 1 home)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
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Buying costs
What this price means for you: the monthly payment, and New York’s mansion tax, which the buyer pays on a home of $1 million or more.
Compared with the area
Asks $1,750,000, 20% below the median asking price for homes for sale with 4+ bedrooms in Bedford-Stuyvesant (East).
- Median here
- $2,199,000
- 39 listings, last 90 days
- Typical range
- $1,722,500–$2,837,500
- The middle half of listings
- Per ft²
- $678.82 vs $715.97
- This home vs the median, 5% lower
Priced in line with similar homes here.
Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.
More about Bedford-Stuyvesant (East)Location
- NeighborhoodBedford-Stuyvesant (East)Housing records and complaints
- BoroughBrooklynHousing records
- ZIP codeZIP 11221Buildings and sales
- ListingsHomes for sale in 1122165 homes for sale
- ListingsBedford-Stuyvesant EastHomes for sale
- ListingsBrooklynHomes for sale
- CityNew YorkHomes for sale
Nearby transit
- Gates AvJ Z6 min walk
- Kosciuszko StJ12 min walk
- Halsey StJ12 min walk
Nearby public schools · District 16
- P.S. 309 The George E. Wibecan Preparatory Academyelementary, grades PK-5160 m
- Uncommon Excellence Girls Charter School NYCk-12160 m
- Brooklyn Excelsior Charter Schoolk-8, grades K-8280 m
Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.
The building
1 unit · 2 floors · built 1901
Building record (NYC)
NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)885a Putnam Avenue · BBL 3-01648-0070 · built 1901 · 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.
See the full building recordPublic NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).
Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

















































