250 Lefferts Avenue
$2,649,000
MLS# RLS20118695 · Prospect Lefferts Gardens
Listed October 2, 2026 · 30 days on the market
4 Beds 4 Baths 3,136 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
Set on a wide, picturesque, landmarked block in prime Prospect Lefferts Garden, this sun-drenched 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom two-family home seamlessly blends timeless Brooklyn character with modern luxury, generous proportions, and exceptional indoor-outdoor living.
Completely gut-renovated from top to bottom in 2018 and reimagined by LA-based designer Andrew Cosbie, the home offers an inviting, open layout across multiple levels. The expansive parlor floor flows effortlessly from the living room to a formal dining room and into a beautifully appointed chef’s kitchen at the rear. Soaring 9'6" ceilings, central air and heat, custom millwork, 6-inch-wide-plank floors, and abundant northern and southern exposures create a bright and airy atmosphere throughout the home. Original architectural details—including leaded-glass transoms, a decorative staircase, and original balusters—add warmth and character.
The thoughtfully designed chef’s kitchen balances high-end functionality with warm, natural materials. It features a Miele dishwasher, Fisher & Paykel double-door refrigerator, and Fulgor Milano range, complemented by open shelving and a generous island with bar seating and a butcher-block countertop. Soapstone counters throughout the remainder of the kitchen pair seamlessly with a handmade Zellige tile backsplash, creating an inspiring and inviting space that flows seamlessly to the dining and living areas.
The upper level is anchored by a spacious primary suite featuring a beautifully finished en-suite bathroom with a skylight, deep soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed stall shower, and elegant Waterworks fixtures. A generous, windowed walk-in closet complements the suite. Two additional well-proportioned bedrooms, a full bathroom finished with Ann Sacks tile and Restoration Hardware medicine cabinets, ample outfitted closet space throughout, and a conveniently located vented washer/dryer complete this level.
Downstairs on the garden level you'll find a separate, self-contained apartment that offers exceptional flexibility for extended family, in-laws, guests, or free market rental income. This well-appointed space features a tasteful and functional kitchen with stainless steel appliances, open shelving, butcher-block countertops, and a classic white tile backsplash.
The exceptionally deep and sunny backyard was thoughtfully designed by Hunter Green in 2022 as a true outdoor extension of the home. A bluestone patio leads to an AstroTurf lawn, framed by a cedar fence and complemented by a cedar deck, creating multiple areas for lounging, dining, and entertaining. A private front yard provides additional outdoor space and enhances the home’s connection to its picturesque block.
Built circa 1905, this classic, barrel-vaulted brownstone is located within the Prospect Lefferts Garden Historic District and is surrounded by the neighborhood’s renowned historic architecture. Prospect Park, local restaurants, cafés, and shops are all within easy reach, while the 2/5 express subway lines are conveniently located just down the block along with multiple bus routes.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Compass.
Built in 1905, this two-family house in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens Historic District has 3,136 square feet, four bedrooms, and four bathrooms across two stories. Original leaded-glass transoms, a decorative staircase and original balusters remain, and they sit alongside a 2018 gut renovation designed by Andrew Cosbie.
The ceiling height is 9 feet 6 inches, and with the 6-inch-wide plank floors, the parlor level has room to furnish generously. The living room opens to a formal dining room, and both connect to the chef's kitchen at the rear, so the floor feels like one continuous space.
The kitchen has a Fulgor Milano range, a Fisher & Paykel double-door refrigerator and a Miele dishwasher. The island has bar seating and a butcher-block top, and soapstone counters run through the rest of the kitchen. The trade-off of an open plan is less separation between cooking and everything else, but for daily use it's hard to beat.
The home has northern and southern exposures. On an open horizon, a south-facing window can get about 8.5 hours of direct sun at the winter solstice, though nearby buildings can block it. Hunter Green designed the backyard in 2022 with a bluestone patio, an AstroTurf lawn and a cedar deck inside a cedar fence. A private garden is worth a lot in the city.
Laundry is handled by a washer and dryer in the unit, which means no trips out of the house for a load. Sterling St station on the 2 and 5 is about 3 minutes away on foot, and Maple Street Community Garden is about 2 minutes away.
Quick answers+
Does the home have in-unit laundry?
Yes. It has a washer and dryer in the unit.
Is there private outdoor space?
Yes. There's a private yard, a patio, and private outdoor space of over 60 square feet. The backyard has a bluestone patio, an AstroTurf lawn and a cedar deck.
Does the home have central air?
Yes. It has central air and central heating.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- Central air
- Central heating
- Decorative fireplace
- Hardwood floors
- Dishwasher
- Gas cooktop
- Gas oven
- Range hood
- Stainless steel appliances
- Breakfast bar
- Built-ins
- Double vanity
- High ceilings
- Kitchen island
- Pantry
- Soaking tub
- Walk-in closets
- Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)
- Private yard
- Patio
Building amenities
Outdoor space
- Garden
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$14,291 / month
- Principal and interest$13,395
- Property taxes$896
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$529,800
- NYS “mansion tax” (1.25%)$33,113
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$40,795
Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.
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Listing Courtesy of Compass
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