Boutique Designer Townhouse with Private Garden and Income-Producing Three Bedroom Rental.
172 Schaefer Street is a beautifully restored and design-forward two-family townhouse set on a quiet residential block in Bushwick. Every room has been curated with a refined visual language that blends original prewar architecture with contemporary finishes. Exposed brick, custom millwork, detailed crown moldings, and layered textures create a warm and elevated environment throughout.
The owner's duplex spans the parlor level and the full lower level and features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a primary bedroom with an en suite bath. This level also includes a dedicated laundry room. The parlor floor offers a highly styled living room with tall ceilings, a striking exposed brick wall, custom trim work, and abundant natural light.
The lower level serves as the heart of the home with a kitchen, dining room, and den that open directly to the private garden. This floor provides generous space for entertaining, daily living, and a seamless indoor-outdoor connection that is rare at this price point.
The upper apartment is a fully independent three bedroom and two bathroom home with a washer dryer and a skylight that fills the space with natural light. This vacant unit is well-suited for strong rental income, multi-use living or a full creative suite. It offers flexibility and immediate usability with potential to personalize.
Set within one of Bushwick's most vibrant pockets, the townhouse is moments from cafés, local restaurants, creative studios, and neighborhood parks. The L, J, and Z trains offer an easy commute to Manhattan and greater Brooklyn.
172 Schaefer Street offers a character-rich home with designer interiors, a private garden, and flexible income opportunities in one of Brooklyn's most energetic neighborhoods.
In contract
Price cut: $51K (2/3)
$1,599,000
172 Schaefer St, Brooklyn, NY 11207
5beds
2,889sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1910
-- sqft lot
$1,702,700 Zestimate®
$553/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Contemporary finishesWasher dryerAbundant natural lightExposed brickStriking exposed brick wallPrivate gardenOriginal prewar architecture
- 134 days |
- 57 |
- 2 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 01, 2026 at 07:48am
Listing by:
Douglas Elliman 917-685-4907,
Allison Dubuisson,
Giuseppe Airo
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1801977
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,889
- Total interior livable area: 2,889 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Garden, Park/Greenbelt, Skyline
Details
- Parcel number: 034290015
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bushwick
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Laundry
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $553/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,409,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,008
- Date on market: 11/30/2025
Estimated market value
$1,702,700
$1.62M - $1.79M
$4,180/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/1/2026 | Contingent | $1,599,000$553/sqft |
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| 2/3/2026 | Price change | $1,599,000-3.1%$553/sqft |
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| 11/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000+26.9%$571/sqft |
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| 3/16/2024 | Listing removed | $1,300,000$450/sqft |
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| 4/6/2021 | Sold | $1,300,000$450/sqft |
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| 11/29/2020 | Pending sale | $1,300,000-2.6%$450/sqft |
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| 9/1/2020 | Price change | $1,335,000-0.7%$462/sqft |
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| 6/16/2020 | Price change | $1,345,000-1.2%$466/sqft |
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| 5/11/2020 | Price change | $1,361,000-1.2%$471/sqft |
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| 5/11/2020 | Pending sale | $1,378,000$477/sqft |
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| 12/10/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,378,000$477/sqft |
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| 12/9/2019 | Pending sale | $1,378,000-1.6%$477/sqft |
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| 10/15/2019 | Listing removed | $1,399,900$485/sqft |
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| 9/14/2019 | Price change | $1,399,900-0.7%$485/sqft |
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| 8/22/2019 | Price change | $1,410,000-2.4%$488/sqft |
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| 8/3/2019 | Price change | $1,445,000-3.5%$500/sqft |
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| 7/2/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,498,000+57.7%$519/sqft |
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| 12/22/2018 | Listing removed | $950,000$329/sqft |
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| 12/5/2018 | Price change | $950,000-4%$329/sqft |
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| 11/1/2018 | Price change | $990,000-1%$343/sqft |
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| 10/4/2018 | Price change | $1,000,000-2.9%$346/sqft |
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| 9/9/2018 | Price change | $1,030,000-1.7%$357/sqft |
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| 8/30/2018 | Price change | $1,048,000-0.2%$363/sqft |
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| 6/27/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+32.9%$363/sqft |
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| 4/23/2018 | Sold | $790,000$273/sqft |
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| 1/24/2018 | Listed for sale | -- |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,010 | $84,540 -0.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $84,900 +3% |
| 2022 | -- | $82,440 -8.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $90,420 +51.3% |
| 2020 | $2,107 +0% | $59,760 |
| 2019 | $2,107 +2% | $59,760 +505.1% |
| 2018 | $2,066 +8.8% | $9,876 +6% |
| 2017 | $1,899 +10.5% | $9,318 +6% |
| 2016 | $1,719 | $8,791 +6% |
| 2015 | $1,719 +62.1% | $8,294 |
| 2014 | $1,060 | $8,294 +0.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $8,230 +6% |
| 2012 | -- | $7,765 +6% |
| 2011 | -- | $7,326 +6% |
| 2010 | -- | $6,912 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,912 +0.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $6,859 +6% |
| 2007 | -- | $6,471 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $6,105 +6% |
| 2005 | -- | $5,760 |
| 2004 | -- | $5,760 +0.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $5,716 +6% |
| 2002 | -- | $5,393 +6% |
| 2001 | -- | $5,088 +6% |
| 2000 | -- | $4,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Bushwick
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ps Is 384 Frances E CarterGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Brooklyn School For Math And ResearchGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Evergreen Middle School-Urban ExplorationGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi





