159 Remsen Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11212

Kings County

Last Updated: July 11, 2025

For Sale $1,195,000. Sells For 12% Higher Than Market.

Price to EMV Ratio: 112.00%
EARV Ratio: 103.00%
1,782 sqft
3,008 lot size
5 beds
4 baths
Year Built: 1935
Latitude: 40.6603680, Longitude: -73.9279450

159 Remsen Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11212
Foreclosure History
Lis Pendens
Property details
The description and property data below may have been provided by a third party, the homeowner or public records.
Situated on a 30x100 lot with R6 zoning and a 2.43 FAR, this spacious 1-family property offers incredible redevelopment or expansion potential. The home features three floors plus a finished attic, a built-in 1-car garage, and a private driveway that accommodates multiple cars, along with a rear yard for added outdoor space. Shopping, dining, and transportation are all nearby. Additional description, photos, and floor plan will be posted soon. Contact listing broker today for more details or to schedule a viewing!
Property facts
Property features
Primary Land Use and Tax Lot Information
  • 159 REMSEN AVENUE, 11212
  • DOB Overview:
  • Building Class:
    B1
    Two Family Dwellings: Brick
  • Year Built:
    1935
  • Number of Buildings:
    1
  • Floors on Main Building:
    2.5
  • Building Dimensions:
    18'36'
  • Actual Square Footage:
    1,782
  • Calculated Square Footage:
    1,620
  • Residential Floor Area:
    1,296
  • Total Units:
    2
  • Residential Units:
    2
  • Extension:
    None
  • Basement:
    Above grade full basement
  • Proximity:
    Semi-attached
  • Address:
    159 REMSEN AVENUE
  • Zip Code:
    11212
  • Borough:
    Brooklyn (3)
  • Block — Lot:
    4609 — 65
  • BBLE:
    3046090065
  • Lot Buildings:
    BIN
    Name
    3099821 159 REMSEN AVENUE

  • Ownership:

  • Land Use:
    01
    One & Two Family Buildings
  • Lot Dimensions:
    30.08'100'
  • Calculated Lot Perimeter:
    259.84 ft
  • Acres:
    0.07
  • Lot Area:
    3,008
  • Lot Type:
    Inside
  • Zoning Districts:
    R6
    Moderate-density residence district
  • Zoning Map:

  • Actual FAR:
    0.59
  • Max Residential FAR:
    2.43
  • Max Commercial FAR:
    0
  • Max Facility FAR:
    4.80

  • Max Residential Sqft:
    7,309
  • Buildable Residential Sqft:
    5,527
  • Residential Area Distribution:
Real Property Records
Document Type
Property Price History
Date Event Price
Mar 5, 2025 Listing removed
Mar 4, 2025 Listed $1,195,000
Property Tax History
Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $6,144 $52,920
2023 $5,861 $47,460
Sold Homes
Address Price Beds Baths
Homes For Sale
Address Price Beds Baths
Schools
School Name Rating
Ps 219 Kennedy King
1060 Clarkson Avenue, NY 11212
4 / 10
Little Flower Preparatory
755 Eastern Parkway, NY 11213
LAMAD ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
1060 Clarkson Avenue, NY 11212
5 / 10
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School service boundaries are intended to be used as reference only. To verify enrollment eligibility for a property, contact the school directly.
Flood Factor
Flood Factor Score: 6 Flood Factor Score: 6 Flood Factor Score: 6 Flood Factor Score: 6
6 |10
Major
Flood Factor
FEMA Zone (Est.)
X (unshaded)
Flood insurance:
Recommended
Flood risks are increasing as sea levels rise and weather patterns change.
This property has a Major Flood Factor .
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