269 MARLBOROUGH Road
$1,595,000
MLS# RLS20120069 · Ditmas Park
Listed October 8, 2026 · 21 days on the market
7 Beds 5 Baths
About This Property
Welcome to 269 Marlborough Road, a distinguished freestanding Colonial Revival home built in 1920 and situated along a picturesque, tree-lined block within the historic Beverley Square West enclave of Victorian Flatbush. Rich in period character and architectural distinction, this substantial legal two-family residence presents an exceptional opportunity to restore and reinterpret a remarkable piece of Brooklyn's residential history.From the moment you arrive, the home's commanding presence is unmistakable. A striking red facade, stately classical columns, intricate architectural detailing, and an expansive two-story covered porch create an unforgettable first impression, recalling an era when homes were designed with an emphasis on craftsmanship, grandeur, and gracious living.Inside, an extraordinary collection of original architectural details tells the story of the home's enduring character. Beautiful stained-glass windows, hardwood flooring with decorative inlays, original woodwork and millwork, elegant pocket doors, ornamental moldings, built-in cabinetry, decorative wall paneling, tin ceilings, and a handsome staircase with its original banisters contribute a sense of warmth and historic authenticity increasingly difficult to replicate.Generous proportions and a versatile layout define the interior. The first and second floors offer gracious living and dining rooms, spacious kitchens, multiple bedrooms, and additional flexible spaces that can be thoughtfully adapted to contemporary living. The third floor provides a separate residential layout with its own kitchen, living and dining areas, bedrooms, and bathroom, offering flexibility for multigenerational living or the benefits of legal two-family use. A finished basement provides additional recreational and utility space.The residence offers approximately 4,189 square feet across three above-grade floors, complemented by additional basement space and expansive outdoor areas. Situated on an approximately 50-by-75-foot lot, the property offers remarkable scale and flexibility, along with a private driveway providing convenient off-street parking.The outdoor spaces are equally extraordinary. An expansive covered front porch and impressive second-story terrace provide idyllic settings for lounging, entertaining, or enjoying the surrounding tree canopy. Beyond the home, a lush, secluded rear garden unfolds with mature landscaping, winding stone pathways, and ornamental koi ponds, creating a tranquil private retreat rarely encountered in the city.Located within the Beverley Square West Historic District, the property is surrounded by the architectural beauty and leafy residential streets that have made Ditmas Park one of Brooklyn's most cherished neighborhoods. Celebrated for its magnificent Victorian and Colonial Revival homes, the area offers a distinctive sense of history and tranquility, complemented by the vibrant cafés, restaurants, specialty shops, and neighborhood conveniences along Cortelyou Road. The nearby Beverley Road B/Q subway station provides convenient access to Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan.An extraordinary canvas for its next chapter. Offered as part of an estate sale and being sold strictly in as-is condition, 269 Marlborough Road invites a discerning buyer with vision to breathe new life into a truly special property. Whether restoring its original grandeur, creating an exceptional multigenerational residence, or reimagining its expansive interiors for modern living, the possibilities are as compelling as the home itself.Opportunities to acquire a residence of this architectural character, historic integrity, and substantial scale in the heart of Ditmas Park are increasingly rare.Please note: The property is being sold as-is as part of an estate sale. Certain listing photographs have been virtually decluttered and digitally edited for presentation purposes and may not reflect the property's current
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Douglas Elliman Real Estate.
Stone pathways wind through the rear garden at 269 Marlborough Road, past mature landscaping and ornamental koi ponds. Outside, there's a two-story covered porch at the front, a second-story terrace, and that garden out back, along with a private driveway for off-street parking.
The terrace is the piece I'd use most. It gives you a second place to sit outside without going down to the garden, and that's handy on a warm evening when the porch is already in use.
This 1920 Colonial Revival sits in the Beverley Square West Historic District, with a red facade and a handsome staircase. Inside, the stained-glass windows, pocket doors, built-in cabinetry and tin ceilings are original. Pre-war houses like this one tend to suit buyers who want defined rooms and real architectural detail, and the woodwork here is worth a close look.
The third floor has its own kitchen, living and dining areas, bedrooms and a bathroom, so the house can work as a legal two-family. There's a washer and dryer in the unit, and in-unit laundry is a daily convenience in New York that you'll notice quickly.
Beverley Rd on the Q is about 1 minute on foot, and Cortelyou Rd on the same line is about 4 minutes. Key Food and the Flatbush Food Coop are each about 4 minutes away, and Parade Ground, 39.5 acres, is about 12 minutes on foot.
Quick answers+
Does the home have in-unit laundry?
Yes. There's a washer and dryer in the unit.
Is there private outdoor space?
Yes. The home has a two-story covered front porch, a second-story terrace, and a rear garden with stone pathways and ornamental koi ponds.
How many units does the home have?
It has two units. The third floor has its own kitchen, living and dining areas, bedrooms and a bathroom.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Pets allowed
- Smoke-free
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Green building
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$9,012 / month
- Principal and interest$8,065
- Property taxes$947
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$319,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (1%)$15,950
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$24,563
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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