Farragut Houses - 237 Nassau Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 - Property report
Also known as: 185 Gold St
Property type
Elevator Apartment - Fireproof without Stores (D3)
Year built
1950
Lot sq. ft.
248,740
General information
192-202 Sands St
234 Sands St
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Building Description
237 Nassau Street is where the Brooklyn Navy Yard once operated, part of a 200-acre complex that employed 70,000 workers during World War II. As the Navy Yard transitioned to peacetime, three superblocks were developed by the New York City Housing Authority in the area to house the Farragut Houses. The first tenants moved in during 1951, paying about $40 a month in rent. Named for Civil War admiral David Farragut, the ten brick towers of 13 and 14 stories comprise 1,390 apartments.
There are half a dozen parks and playgrounds within walking distance, and four bus routes run through the Farragut Houses, including the B57, B62, B67, and B69 lines. The F train can be boarded within a five-minute walk from 237 Nassau Street. Stations for the A and C trains are also nearby. Ramps for the Brooklyn Queens Expressway are right next to 237 Nassau Street.
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Sales history for Farragut Houses - 237 Nassau Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
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Q2 2026 median price/sq. ft.
$533
1.5% Y-o-Y
Q1 2026 median price/sq. ft.
$471
-8.9% Y-o-Y
2025 median price/sq. ft.
$523
5.2% Y-o-Y
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Frequently asked questions
What is the year built for Farragut Houses - 237 Nassau Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201?
The development at Farragut Houses - 237 Nassau Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 was built in 1950.
What is the total square footage of Farragut Houses - 237 Nassau Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201?
Farragut Houses - 237 Nassau Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 has a total of 375,000 square feet.
What is the assessed value of Farragut Houses - 237 Nassau Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201?
Farragut Houses - 237 Nassau Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 is currently assessed at $18,733,950.
How many residential units does this building have?
This building has 417 residential unit(s).
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