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208 VANDERBILT Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11205
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
3,300 Ft²
$25,564
Est. Monthly
1.24%
Cap Rate

About This Property

Introducing 208 Vanderbilt Avenue, a rare architectural gem in the heart of Fort Greene - a modern 22-foot wide, 4 story single-family residence seamlessly designed as both a private home and a working artist's studio. With soaring proportions, thoughtful flexibility, and stunning natural light, this one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect canvas for inspired Brooklyn living.
Anchored by a dramatic double-height great room, the home exudes openness and light. A floor-to-ceiling glass wall frames the peaceful, serene garden, offering a tranquil escape and effortless indoor-outdoor flow -- ideal for both creative work and refined entertaining.
The layout is exceptionally versatile, with potential for multiple bedrooms, dedicated offices, and studio/flex spaces that can easily adapt to your lifestyle. Whether you need a live/work setup, a private gallery, or room to grow, this home provides the space and scale to accommodate it all. Every detail has been curated with both design and function in mind, from the concrete kitchen to white porcelain mosaic-tiled bathrooms, to custom storage and gallery-ready walls. Above the great room is a book-lined bedroom retreat, and the third floor features a dramatic mezzanine level framed with skylights - the perfect library, study, or additional creative zone. Up the sculptural stair is the fourth floor office, creative space or bedroom and sky-lit bathroom. Modern systems include central air conditioning and radiant heated floors.
This remarkable property sits just moments from Fort Greene Park, BAM, Pratt, and many of Brooklyn's best dining and shopping destinations. 208 Vanderbilt offers a rare blend of privacy, presence, and possibility - a true sanctuary in one of the city's most dynamic neighborhoods.
Unit Size
3,300 Ft²
Days on Market
446 days
Land Size
0.05 acres
Price per sqft
$1,515
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,013
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1925

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Last updated: 3 months ago (RLS #RLS20035281)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Apr 13, 2026 Relisted $5,000,000
Relisted
Feb 13, 2026 No longer available -
No longer available
Sep 4, 2025 Price Decreased $5,895,000
↓ $605K (9.3%)
Price Decreased
Jul 8, 2025 Listed by Corcoran Group $6,500,000
Listed by Corcoran Group
May 27, 2016 Sold
Sold

Property Highlights

Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features: High Ceilings, SmokeFree
Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Unit, BuildingOther
Rooms: 6
Basement: Other
Exterior Details
Has Property Attached
Square Footage: 3300
Year Built: 2006
Building Area Total: 3300
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Patio and Porch Features: Patio
Pool Features: BuildingNone
Lot Size Area: 2200
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.051
Lot Size Square Feet: 2200
Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00x22.00
Tax Lot: 0037
Financial Details
Tax Annual Amount: $12,156
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Other

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1925
  • First Altered Year: 2005
  • Building Count: 1
  • Floor Count: 4
  • Total Unit Count: 1
  • Residential Unit Count: 1
  • Basement Type: 5

    Dimensions

  • Lot Area Sqft: 2,200
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 100
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 22
  • Building Depth: 45
  • Building Frontage: 22
  • Gross Building Area: 3,920

    Building Floor Area

  • Residential Building Floor Area: 3,920

    Floor Area Ratio

  • Built Floor Area Ratio: 2
  • Residential Floor Area Ratio: 2
  • Facilities Floor Area Ratio: 2

Building

  • Building Type: A9
  • Lot Type: 5
  • Land Use: 01
  • Irregular Lot Code: N
  • Proximity Code: 3
  • Extension Code: N

Neighborhood

  • Community District: 302
  • City Council District: 35
  • Police Precinct: 88
  • Fire Company: E210
  • Health Area: 1200
  • Sanitation District Borough: 3
  • Sanitation Subsection: 4D
  • School District: 13

Zoning

  • Split Boundary Zone Indicator: N
  • Zoning: R6B

Geography

  • Borough Name: BK
  • Borough Code: 3
  • Block: 2092
  • Lot: 37
  • Borough Block Lot: 3020920037

    Address

  • Full Address: 208 Vanderbilt Avenue
  • Zip Code: 11205

Valuation

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Total Value: $265,740
  • Assessed Land Value: $29,640

    Exemptions

  • Exempt Total Value: $0
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

Comparables

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 208 Vanderbilt Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 208 Vanderbilt Avenue was built in 1925 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 208 Vanderbilt Avenue is $5,043,329.
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