285 Winthrop St, Brooklyn, NY, 11225
About This Home
Bring Your Architect & Contractor – Endless Potential in Prime Prospect Lefferts Gardens Welcome to 285 Winthrop Street, a two-family townhouse offering an exceptional opportunity for an end user looking to create their dream home or an investor seeking value-add potential. Situated on a 19' x 106' lot, this property has already undergone significant preparation. The second and third floors have been fully gutted to the studs, providing a blank canvas for the next owner to design and finish to their own taste and specifications. The first floor is move-in ready, featuring modern finishes and direct access to a large private backyard, perfect for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing outdoors. The finished basement offers additional flexible space and benefits from both front and rear access, creating endless possibilities for recreation, storage, a home office, or extended living space (subject to applicable regulations). Conveniently located just moments from the vibrant shops, restaurants, and cafés along Nostrand Avenue, you'll also enjoy easy access to the 2 & 5 subway lines at Winthrop Street, with Prospect Park and the Parkside Avenue area just a short distance away. Whether you're looking to customize your forever home or invest in one of Brooklyn's thriving neighborhoods, 285 Winthrop Street presents an outstanding opportunity. Contact us today to schedule your private showing. This opportunity won't last long
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Very Limited Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Washer/Dryer
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 050470050
- Special condition: Resale
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Courtyard,Garden
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Kings County and New York
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $7,331 | $87,972 |
| Home Insurance * | $254 | $3,048 |
| Property Taxes | $676 | $8,112 |
| Electricity | $246 | $2,954 |
| Total | $8,507 | $102,084 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-08 | Price change | $1,300,000 |
| 2026-07-13 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000 |
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