First time on the market, don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to own a one-family brick home ideally situated on a quiet, tree-lined block in prime Madison, one of Brooklyn’s most desirable residential neighborhoods. Offering three bedrooms and one-and-a-half baths, this home features a full finished basement providing valuable additional living and recreational space, along with a garage and shared driveway for added convenience. In need of renovation, this property presents an exciting opportunity to bring your vision to life and create the perfect dream home tailored to your personal style and needs. Priced right to sell, this home offers tremendous potential in a highly sought-after community. Conveniently located near places of worship, the B44 and B3 bus lines, and the wonderful variety of shops, restaurants, cafés, and everyday conveniences along Avenue U, with beautiful Marine Park nearby for outdoor recreation, relaxation, and year-round activities.
Active
$1,260,000
1981 E 26th St, Brooklyn, NY 11229
3beds
1,184sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
-- sqft lot
$1,220,000 Zestimate®
$1,064/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
One-family brick homeQuiet tree-lined blockOne-and-a-half bathsThree bedrooms
- 2 days |
- 205 |
- 12 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Century 21 Homefront 917-903-3030,
King H Li
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1842166
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Washer/Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,184
- Total interior livable area: 1,184 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 073050054
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Madison
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,064/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $766,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,868
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$1,220,000
Estimated sales range
$1.16M - $1.28M
Rent Zestimate®
$3,497/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,260,000+408.1%$1,064/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/13/2020 | Sold | $248,000+48.1%$209/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/1996 | Sold | $167,500$141/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,795 -1.2% | $45,960 +1.5% |
| 2024 | $5,865 | $45,300 -12% |
| 2023 | -- | $51,480 +10.9% |
| 2022 | -- | $46,440 +1.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $45,840 +5.5% |
| 2020 | $4,855 +0% | $43,440 |
| 2019 | $4,855 -3.9% | $43,440 +79.9% |
| 2018 | $5,052 +8.8% | $24,152 +6% |
| 2017 | $4,645 +19.1% | $22,785 +6% |
| 2016 | $3,900 | $21,496 +6% |
| 2015 | $3,900 +32.2% | $20,280 |
| 2014 | $2,950 | $20,280 |
| 2013 | -- | $20,280 -12.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $23,214 +6% |
| 2011 | -- | $21,900 -0.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $21,979 +6% |
| 2009 | -- | $20,736 |
| 2008 | -- | $20,736 +0.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $20,578 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $19,414 +6% |
| 2005 | -- | $18,316 +6% |
| 2004 | -- | $17,280 |
| 2003 | -- | $17,280 +0.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $17,149 +6% |
| 2001 | -- | $16,179 +6% |
| 2000 | -- | $15,264 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Sheepshead Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Ps 206 Joseph F LambGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10James Madison High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Jhs 14 Shell BankGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
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