What is 257 Columbia St?

257 Columbia St is a 2,400 square foot house on a 1,500 square foot lot with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. 257 Columbia St is a house currently priced at $2,600,000.

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How much is this home worth?

Based on DistressedRealEstate.net's Brooklyn, NY data, we estimate the home's value is $2,955,000.

How long has this home been listed on DistressedRealEstate.net?

257 Columbia St has been listed on DistressedRealEstate.net since April 16, 2025.

When was this home built?

257 Columbia St was built in 1931.

When was this home last sold?

257 Columbia St was last sold in August 14, 1991.

How competitive is the market for this home?

Based on DistressedRealEstate.net's market data, we calculate that market competition in 11231, this home's neighborhood, is somewhat competitive. This home sell's for about 12% below listed price.

What’s the full address of this home?

The full address for this home is 257 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY 11231.

257 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY 11231

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Last Updated: April 16, 2025

257 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY, 11231

Asking price$ 2,600,000

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Asking price

$2,600,000

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Asking price

$2,600,000

Brooklyn, NY 11231

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Property details for 257 Columbia St

Sells for

88%

of EARV

Status

For Sale

Days on market

7 days

Type

Multi Family Home

Zoning Districts

R6A

C2-4

Year Built

1931

Stories

Last Sold

$105K in 1991

The description and property data below may have been provided by a third party, the homeowner or public records.

Marcus & Millichap is proud to present 257 Columbia Street, a mixed-use building located in the Columbia Street Waterfront District of Brooklyn, New York. The property consists of (two) one and half-bedroom apartments and one retail unit, offering a versatile investment opportunity in a highly desirable neighborhood. Originally built in 1931, the building spans 20 feet wide by 75 feet deep on the ground floor, while the top two floors measure 20 feet wide by 40 feet deep. Zoned R6A, C2-4, the asset is well-positioned for both residential and commercial growth. The property is located just six blocks from Carroll Street [F, G] Train Station, which provides seamless access to Manhattan and greater Brooklyn. A fully free-market building with long-term family-ownership, 257 Columbia Street has strong investment potential in a neighborhood experiencing steady appreciation.

Property features

Bathrooms

Full Bathrooms:
Full Bathrooms:
2
2

Bedrooms

Bedrooms:
Bedrooms:
3
3

Homeowners Association

Association Fee Amenities:
Association Fee Amenities:
Columbia Street Waterfront District
Columbia Street Waterfront District
Association:
Association:
No
No
Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees:
Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees:
0
0

Building and Construction

House Style:
House Style:
Apartment
Apartment
Levels or Stories:
Levels or Stories:
3
3
Property Age:
Property Age:
94
94
Structure Type:
Structure Type:
Masonry - Brick
Masonry - Brick
Total Square Feet Living:
Total Square Feet Living:
3100
3100
Year Built:
Year Built:
1931
1931

Other Property Info

Area:
Area:
Columbia Street Waterfront District
Columbia Street Waterfront District
Availability Date:
Availability Date:
2025-03-22
2025-03-22
County:
County:
36047
36047
Source Listing Status:
Source Listing Status:
Active
Active
Source Neighborhood:
Source Neighborhood:
Columbia Street Waterfront District
Columbia Street Waterfront District
Source Property Type:
Source Property Type:
Multi-Unit (2-4)
Multi-Unit (2-4)
Source System Name:
Source System Name:
C2C
C2C

Primary Land Use and Tax Lot Information

for 257 Columbia St

Lot Map

257 COLUMBIA STREET, 11231

Building Info

DOB Overview:

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Building Class:

S2
Residence - Multiple Use: Primarily Two Family With One Store Or Office
Year Built:

1931
Number of Buildings:

1
Floors on Main Building:

3
Building Dimensions:

20'40'
Actual Square Footage:

2,400
Calculated Square Footage:

2,400
Residential Floor Area:

1,600
Commercial Floor Area:

800
Retail Floor Area:

800
Total Units:

3
Residential Units:

2
Extension:

None

Lot Info and Address

Address:

257 COLUMBIA STREET
Zip Code:

11231
Borough:

Brooklyn (3)
Block — Lot:

348 — 5
BBLE:

3003480005
Lot Buildings:
BIN

Name

3004689 257 COLUMBIA STREET
Ownership:
Land Use:

04
Mixed Residential & Commercial Buildings
Lot Dimensions:

20'75'
Calculated Lot Perimeter:

201.90 ft
Acres:

0.03
Lot Area:

1,500
Lot Type:

Inside

BIN	Name
3004689	257 COLUMBIA STREET

Zoning and FAR

Zoning Districts:

R6A
Moderate-density residence district
Commercial Overlays:

C2-4
Commercial districts that are predominantly residential in character
DCP Zoning Map:

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Actual FAR:

1.60
Max Residential FAR:

3
Max Commercial FAR:

0
Max Facility FAR:

3
Max Residential Sqft:

4,500
Buildable Residential Sqft:

2,100
Residential Area Distribution:

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Real Property Records

for 257 Columbia St

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Personal Property Records

for 257 Columbia St

Recorded Date	Document Type	Unit	Amount

Property Price History

for 257 Columbia St

Date	Event	Price	Price/Sqft	Source
Apr 16, 2025	Listed	$2,600,000	$839	MyStateMLS
Sep 3, 2018	Listing removed	$100,000	—	RealPlus
Apr 11, 2015	Listing removed	$2,950	—	AppfolioUnits
Jan 11, 2015	Listed for rent	$2,950	—	AppfolioUnits
Aug 14, 1991	Sold	$105,000	$44	Public Record
Jan 1, 1984	Sold	$47,500	$20	Public Record

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Property Tax History

for 257 Columbia St

Year	Taxes	Land	Additions	Total Assessment
2024	$6,900	$14,460	$143,700	$158,160
2023	$6,687	$14,460	$136,980	$151,440
2022	$6,304	$14,460	$107,940	$122,400
2021	$6,646	$14,460	$102,000	$116,460
2020	$6,327	$14,460	$80,640	$95,100
2019	$5,989	$14,460	$68,220	$82,680
2018	$5,740	$4,080	$23,362	$27,442
2017	$5,365	$4,195	$22,124	$26,319
2016	$5,261	$4,435	$21,884	$26,319
2015	$3,637	$7,048	$11,552	$18,600
2014	$3,362	$7,979	$9,569	$17,548
2013	$3,177	$9,027	$7,529	$16,556
2012	$2,843	$8,614	$7,006	$15,620
2010	$2,648	$8,575	$7,045	$15,620
2009	$2,498	$8,510	$6,991	$15,501
2007	$2,098	$4,367	$8,650	$13,017

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Sold Homes

near 257 Columbia St

Address	Price	Built	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot Size	Distance
93 Woodhull St Brooklyn, NY 11231MF	$3,200,000 12/19/2024	—	—	4	2,400	1,680	0.18 mi
93 Woodhull StMF Brooklyn, NY 11231 — Built 2,400 Sqft 1,680 Lot Size 0.18 mi Distance
64 Cheever Pl Brooklyn, NY 11231MF	$3,200,000 02/12/2025	1900	7	—	2,400	1,600	0.22 mi
64 Cheever PlMF Brooklyn, NY 11231 1900 Built 2,400 Sqft 1,600 Lot Size 0.22 mi Distance
86 3rd Pl Brooklyn, NY 11231MF	$3,295,000 01/06/2025	1899	4	4	2,392 -8difference	1,333	0.40 mi
86 3rd PlMF Brooklyn, NY 11231 1899 Built 2,392 -8 Sqft 1,333 Lot Size 0.40 mi Distance
123A 2nd Pl Brooklyn, NY 11231MF	$3,153,000 03/26/2025	1899	4	4	3,072 +672	1,667	0.46 mi
123A 2nd PlMF Brooklyn, NY 11231 1899 Built 3,072 +672 Sqft 1,667 Lot Size 0.46 mi Distance
119 Wyckoff St Brooklyn, NY 11201MF	$3,900,000 02/06/2025	1900	7	—	4,360 +1,960	2,183	0.76 mi
119 Wyckoff StMF Brooklyn, NY 11201 1900 Built 4,360 +1,960 Sqft 2,183 Lot Size 0.76 mi Distance
76 1st Pl Apt 4 Brooklyn, NY 11231MF	$2,375,000 12/18/2024	1910	3	—	8,391 +5,991	2,483	0.34 mi
76 1st Pl Apt 4MF Brooklyn, NY 11231 1910 Built 8,391 +5,991 Sqft 2,483 Lot Size 0.34 mi Distance
76 1st Pl Apt 3 Brooklyn, NY 11231MF	$2,495,000 12/19/2024	1910	3	—	8,391 +5,991	2,483	0.34 mi
76 1st Pl Apt 3MF Brooklyn, NY 11231 1910 Built 8,391 +5,991 Sqft 2,483 Lot Size 0.34 mi Distance
76 1st Pl Apt 2 Brooklyn, NY 11231MF	$2,625,000 12/30/2024	1910	3	—	8,391 +5,991	2,483	0.34 mi
76 1st Pl Apt 2MF Brooklyn, NY 11231 1910 Built 8,391 +5,991 Sqft 2,483 Lot Size 0.34 mi Distance
321 Clinton St Brooklyn, NY 11231MF	$11,300,000 11/15/2024	1901	6	—	5,934 +3,534	2,497	0.39 mi
321 Clinton StMF Brooklyn, NY 11231 1901 Built 5,934 +3,534 Sqft 2,497 Lot Size 0.39 mi Distance
35 Remsen St Brooklyn, NY 11201MF	$18,500,000 04/14/2025	1899	6	—	8,330 +5,930	2,500	0.87 mi
35 Remsen StMF Brooklyn, NY 11201 1899 Built 8,330 +5,930 Sqft 2,500 Lot Size 0.87 mi Distance

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Homes For Sale

near 257 Columbia St

Address	Price	Built	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot Size	Distance
334 Plymouth St Brooklyn, NY 11201MF	$3,395,000 43 days ago	2005	4	5	2,400	—	1.84 mi
334 Plymouth StMF Brooklyn, NY 11201 2005 Built 2,400 Sqft — Lot Size 1.84 mi Distance
21 2nd St Brooklyn, NY 11231MF	$2,598,000 188 days ago	—	3	2	2,449 +49difference	1,495	0.55 mi
21 2nd StMF Brooklyn, NY 11231 — Built 2,449 +49 Sqft 1,495 Lot Size 0.55 mi Distance
12 Huntington St Brooklyn, NY 11231MF	$1,738,000 190 days ago	1901	4	2	2,304 -96	—	0.42 mi
12 Huntington StMF Brooklyn, NY 11231 1901 Built 2,304 -96 Sqft — Lot Size 0.42 mi Distance
432 4th Ave Brooklyn, NY 11215SF	$2,760,000 134 days ago	1925	4	3	2,251 -149	1,000	1.15 mi
432 4th AveSF Brooklyn, NY 11215 1925 Built 2,251 -149 Sqft 1,000 Lot Size 1.15 mi Distance
232 12th St Brooklyn, NY 11215SF	$2,600,000 5 days ago	1901	4	3	2,550 +150	1,700	1.27 mi
232 12th StSF Brooklyn, NY 11215 1901 Built 2,550 +150 Sqft 1,700 Lot Size 1.27 mi Distance
24 Prospect Pl Brooklyn, NY 11217MF	$2,699,999 34 days ago	1880	4	4	2,560 +160	1,666	1.39 mi
24 Prospect PlMF Brooklyn, NY 11217 1880 Built 2,560 +160 Sqft 1,666 Lot Size 1.39 mi Distance
550 Vanderbilt Ave Brooklyn, NY 11238SF	$3,695,000 47 days ago	2016	3	4	2,632 +232	—	1.85 mi
550 Vanderbilt AveSF Brooklyn, NY 11238 2016 Built 2,632 +232 Sqft — Lot Size 1.85 mi Distance

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Schools

serving 257 Columbia St

School Name	Rating	Grades	Distance
Brooklyn New School-PS 146 (The) 610 Henry Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231	7 / 10	K−5	0.26 mi
K−5 Grades Parent Rating 0.26 mi Distance
Brooklyn Secondary School For Collaborative Studie 610 Henry Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231	6 / 10	6−12	0.28 mi
6−12 Grades Parent Rating 0.28 mi Distance
Ps 29 John M Harrigan 425 Henry Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201	9 / 10	K−5	0.38 mi
K−5 Grades Parent Rating 0.38 mi Distance
Summit Academy Charter School 27 Huntington Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231	5 / 10	6−12	0.39 mi
6−12 Grades Parent Rating 0.39 mi Distance
Red Hook Neighborhood School 27 Huntington Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231	6 / 10	1−6	0.40 mi
1−6 Grades Parent Rating 0.40 mi Distance
Pache Montessori 292 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231	—	PK−K	0.42 mi
PK−K Grades Parent Rating 0.42 mi Distance
Hannah Senesh Community Day School 342 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231	—	K−8	0.48 mi
K−8 Grades Parent Rating 0.48 mi Distance
Pave Academy Charter School 732 Henry Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231	5 / 10	K−8	0.52 mi
K−8 Grades Parent Rating 0.52 mi Distance
School For International Studies 284 Baltic Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201	5 / 10	6−12	0.53 mi
6−12 Grades Parent Rating 0.53 mi Distance
International School of Brooklyn 477 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231	—	K−8	0.53 mi
K−8 Grades Parent Rating 0.53 mi Distance

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