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281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217 Property Information

Also known as: 283 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217

281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217 Property Information

Also known as: 283 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217

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Address

Primary address 281 Flatbush Avenue
Secondary address 281-283 Flatbush Ave
Neighborhood Prospect Heights
Zip code 11217
Borough Brooklyn
Block & lot 01150-0012

Sales & Tax Overview for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

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Tax class
Estimated property tax $37,825

Lot & Building Information for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

Lot sq. ft. 2,560
Lot dimensions 40.08 ft x 75.08 ft
Property type Single or Multiple Dwelling with Stores or Offices (S9)
Building sqft 4,300
Building dimensions 20 ft x 55 ft
Buildings on lot 1
Stories 4
Year built 1931
Year last altered 1970
Construction type
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Zoning & Use for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

Zoning
Residential units (DOF) 6
Regulated units
Commercial units 2
Residential sqft
Retail sqft

Area Overview

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School district 13
Community district 8
Closest police station 0.09 Miles
Closest fire station 0.11 Miles

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Alternate Addresses

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  • 281-283 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217

About 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

How many square feet does 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217 have?

This Single or Multiple Dwelling with Stores or Offices (S9) located at 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217 has a total of 4,300 square feet.

What is the year built & the current market value of 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217?

281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217 was built in 1931 and has a current tax assessor's market value of $2,090,000.

How many commercial spaces does this building have?

This building has 2 commercial spaces available for lease.

Ownership Information for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

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Past Sales & Property History for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

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No recorded sales for this property.

Title Documents for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

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Date Type Amount Party 1 Party 2 Doc image
12/19/2017 - D
12/27/2017 - R
Deed
(2017122600925001)
12/06/2010 - D
12/13/2010 - R
Landmark Designation
(2010120601045001)
12/15/2003 - D
02/25/2004 - R
Deed
(2004010701904001)
12/26/2000 - D
03/19/2001 - R
Deed
(3500007563150)
06/10/1999 - D
10/29/1999 - R
Deed
(3640006873564)
12/15/1993 - D
04/05/1994 - R
Deed
(3640004224564)
08/19/1985 - R Satisfaction of Mortgage
(3370001106937)
04/29/1975 - R Mortgage
(37530077600784)
04/29/1975 - R Deed
(37530077600782)
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R: Recorded date
D: Document date

Property Taxes for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

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Tax year: 2025-2026
Property tax: $37,826
Estimated property tax: $37,825
Tax assessor's market value: $2,090,000
Assessed value: $940,500

Assessment History for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

Here's the assessment & property tax history for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.

Year Market value Assessed value Taxable Tax rate % Base tax Property tax Year over year change
2025/26 $2,090,000 $940,500 $304,088 12.439% $37,826 $37,826 +4.81%
2024/25 $2,492,000 $1,121,400 $288,716 12.5% $36,090 $36,090 +7.98%
2023/24 $2,593,000 $1,166,850 $267,331 12.502% $33,422 $33,422 +7.85%
2022/23 $2,161,000 $972,450 $252,625 12.267% $30,990 $30,990 +8.28%
2021/22 $1,729,000 $778,050 $233,914 12.235% $28,619 $28,619 -0.26%

Permits for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

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Filing date Job type Job status Job description Initial cost
05/26/2011 Alteration type 2
08/11/1994 Subdivision: unimproved
         
         
         
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Brooklyn Commercial Market Stats

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Median Price/Sqft Q1/2026
$426
-10.8% YoY
Median Price/Sqft Q4/2025
$493
11.7% YoY
Median Price/Sqft 2025
$492
6.6% YoY

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Risk

FEMA flood zone(s): X (See more on map)

Transportation

Distance to Subway
Closest station Flatbush Ave & Bergen St at SE Corner
Station lines 2-3
Distance (miles) 0.11
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Bus Routes
Name Flatbush Av/St Marks Av
Line B67
Distance (miles) 0.033

Neighbors for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

Here are the neighbors for 281 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217.

Address Square feet Purchase date Purchase price
301 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 3,162 01/01/2007
102 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn 2,536 09/28/2016 $2,400,000
291 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 2,900 02/13/1987
303 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 3,300 11/09/2021 $3,436,750
100 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn 1,496 09/14/2009 $1,300,000
112 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn 12,368 06/08/2005
293 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 2,700 07/27/2009
299 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 5,288 11/26/1996
110 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn 3,200 07/09/1980
289 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 3,260 10/06/2011
279 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 5,908 10/16/1978
287 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 2,851 12/12/2000
297 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 5,244 12/10/1982
106 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn 3,172 06/11/2007 $1,140,000
108 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn 4,640 08/10/2007 $1,075,000
104 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn 2,432 07/01/2021 $2,800,000
116 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn 3,000 12/11/1985
285 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 2,887 04/04/2016
295 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 5,288 09/13/2023
277 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn 4,896 02/17/2022
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