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42 DUFFIELD Street 2A
$799,000
MLS# RLS20113573 · Downtown Brooklyn
Originally listed at $925,000. Price last reduced on November 5, 2026.
Listed September 9, 2026 · 59 days on the market
2 Beds 1 Baths 741 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
Large 1BR + Home Office 11-Foot Ceilings Balcony Low Monthlies Investor Friendly42 Duffield Street, Unit 2A, Downtown Brooklyn 741 sq ft interior + 30 sq ft balconyLow monthly costs: Common charges $366/month Taxes about $853/monthThe ResidenceAn airy, loft-like one-bedroom with a separate bonus room for a home office, den, or guest space, on a quiet, tree-lined townhouse block where Downtown Brooklyn meets DUMBO.11-foot ceilings and a wall of east-facing windows fill the home with morning light. The living room and bedroom both open onto a private balcony overlooking the trees.Apartment Features- Flexible layout: Primary bedroom with two large closets, plus a bonus room for a home office, den, or guest room- Open kitchen: Caesarstone countertops, stainless steel appliances including a full-size dishwasher, a dedicated pantry, and custom cabinetry- Spa-like bathroom: Walk-in glass shower, high-end fixtures, and a Toto bidet- Finishes: Light oak hardwood floors throughout- Storage and convenience: Four closets, in-unit washer/dryer, and individual heating and cooling units in the living room and bedroom- Security: Modern video intercomFor Investors- Proven rental history: Previously leased at $4,525/month- Low carrying costs: About $1,219/month in combined common charges and taxes, leaving more of the rent as income- Strong rental demand: Downtown Brooklyn's subway access, office hubs, and nearby universities keep renters coming- Renter-friendly features: In-unit washer/dryer, a bonus room, and a balcony help the apartment rent quicklyThe Building42 Duffield is a boutique, professionally managed 8-unit condominium offering low-maintenance living and exceptional privacy.- Shared garden with BBQ grills and outdoor seating- Bike storage area- Dogs and Cats permittedThe LocationAt the crossroads of Downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO, Fort Greene, Brooklyn Heights, and Boerum Hill, with easy access to dining, shopping, and culture. Nearby: Trader Joe's, Target, City Point, Dekalb Market Hall, and the Brooklyn Navy Yard.Transit: A/C at High St, F at York St, A/C/F/R at Jay St-MetroTech, B/Q/R at DeKalb Ave, and 2/3/4/5 at Borough Hall. CitiBike and the Brooklyn Bridge are close by.The 421-a tax abatement is in place until 2027. Prior rental figure is historical and not a guarantee of future rent. Select images have been virtually staged. Floor plan dimensions are approximate.

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Property Features
Policies
- Pets allowed
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- City view
- Downtown view
- Dishwasher
- High ceilings
- Balcony
- Private outdoor space (under 60 sq ft)
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$4,406 / month
- Principal and interest$4,040
- Common charges$366
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$159,800
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$12,305
The mansion tax applies to purchases of $1 million or more. 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.
Location & Nearby
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42 DUFFIELD Street 2A
Subway
- FYork StAbout 9 min walk
- ACFRJay St-MetroTechAbout 9 min walk · Accessible
- ACHigh StAbout 9 min walk
- 2345RBorough HallAbout 10 min walk · Accessible
Parks
- McLaughlin ParkAbout 1 min walk
- Golconda PlaygroundAbout 2 min walk
- Bridge Park 3About 5 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- P.S. 287 Bailey K. AshfordAbout 5 min walk
- P.S. 307 Daniel Hale WilliamsAbout 9 min walk
- Community Roots Charter School · CharterAbout 9 min walk
Middle schools
- Dock Street School for Steam StudiesAbout 15 min walk
- Fort Greene Preparatory AcademyAbout 18 min walk
High schools
- Brooklyn International High SchoolAbout 1 min walk
- Creators AcademyAbout 1 min walk
Colleges & universities
- New York City College of Technology (CUNY)About 6 min walk
- Long Island University (Brooklyn)About 10 min walk
- Brooklyn Law SchoolAbout 12 min walk
- St. Francis CollegeAbout 12 min walk
Museums
- Toy Museum of New YorkAbout 13 min walk
- Museum of Contemporary African Diasporian ArtsAbout 25 min walk
Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.
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Walkability
9/10
Public transit
8/10
Schools
7/10
Dining
9/10
Groceries & parks
8/10
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