281 Jefferson Avenue
MLS® #RLS10977921
Listing by Compass
6
Bedrooms
4.5
Baths
4,000
Sq. Ft.
N/A
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: North,South facing
- Outdoor Space: Deck, Balcony
- Style: WalkUp architecture
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jul 19, 2023 | $3,495,000 | - |
| Currently | Apr 22, 2026 | $3,250,000 | -7.0% |
Description
CLASSIC & BRAND NEW BEDFORD-STUYVESANT TWO-FAMILY BROWNSTONE In contract to the best buyer! Brand new construction! This ground up, new construction two-family home is the epitome of sophisticated brownstone architecture built for the next 100+ years, on a prime landmarked block in Bedford-Stuyvesant.For decades, the 281 Jefferson Avenue rose to the grandeur it now exemplifies, a rock solid, environmentally sound home, featuring exquisite finishes and fixtures that set home apart from its competition. The unique opportunity awaits you to be the first owner of this amazing property. 281 Jefferson Avenue is four stories tall, 20 feet wide on an expansive 100 foot lot. The house includes 3,650 interior square feet with 4 floors plus a finished basement (900+ sq ft with no impeding overhead mechanicals), a finished roof deck area and landscaped front/rear yards. The owners triplex features a contemporary floor-through wide open expansive parlor (10'4" ceiling) with a grand gourmet kitchen featuring high end appliances and finishes including a Subzero refrigerator/freezer), an 8 burner Viking gas cooking range with a double oven range and hood. There is a Miele Dishwasher and microwave, wine refrigerator, huge entertainment island, and even a breakfast nook. Additionally, the parlor floor features a half bathroom and full front hall closet to address your storage needs. The Double-wide French doors in the kitchen lead out to the massive tiled deck leading down to the beautifully landscaped garden. Upstairs, the primary bedroom floor offers a luxurious primary suite with a dressing area, marble spa bathroom with a soaking tub, walk-in /multi jet rain shower system, double vanity sinks, and a linen closet. The 2nd bedroom on that floor is quite spacious and includes a gorgeous bathroom as well. The top floor has two spacious bedrooms sharing a full bathroom, laundry center (with full-sized LG washer/dryer) and a bonus large open space (with skylight) for use as a lounge area, home-office, fitness area or just another den space. Walk up to the roof through a full bulkhead staircase and enjoy rooftop entertainment with views of historic Brownstone Brooklyn with modern conveniences for cooking and entertaining including gas,electric and water hook-ups. The ground floor is a comfortably laid out 2 bedroom/1 bathroom unit, which can be utilized as a rental or easily incorporated into the home with similar aesthetics, a high-end kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a stackable LG Washer/ Dryer. The space also leads out unto the backyard from the 2nd bedroom. The basement is fully finished and ready to be used as a recreation space / fitness area which also has state of the art security cameras installed to watch activity from the parlor level. The basement also features split system air conditioning to remain consistent with the rest of the property. The rear yard is accessible from exterior stairs down from the parlor level or from the garden level apartment. The yard was meticulously designed with a landscaped garden with an irrigation system, open area with natural grass and paved seating areas in the back and a shaded area underneath the parlor level deck, giving you multiple seating areas to enjoy. The property is easily accessible to great restaurants, shopping and boutiques on Fulton Street, Bedford and Tompkins Avenues. Some local favorites such as Peaches Hot House, Chicky’s General Store and Mama Fox are all within a couple blocks of 281 Jefferson Avenue. Bedford–Stuyvesant is a vibrant neighborhood and has the largest collection of intact and largely untouched Victorian Architecture in the United States with historic brownstones as the distinguishing feature to this community.
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About Bedford-Stuyvesant
View All Bedford-Stuyvesant ListingsBedford/Stuyvesant, in Brooklyn, features a mix of traditional brownstone row houses and mid-rise apartment buildings. Local amenities include proximity to major parks and robust access via subway lines, such as the L and J/Z trains. The area retains much of its historic architecture alongside newer residential developments.
Bedford-Stuyvesant Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
90
Median Asking Price
$1.26M
Median $/Sqft
$884
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
4
Price Reduced
19%
Sold (30 Days)
13
Median Sale Price
$1.84M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/22/26, 6:48 AM EST
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The current listed common charges are $0 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $8,808, or roughly $734 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.
The listed interior living area is 4,000 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
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Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $3,250,000 for 4,000 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $813. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.
To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.
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