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78 Midwood StreetBrooklyn, NY 11225

For Sale

$2,400,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $30,000

Beautiful Single-Family Townhome in Coveted Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn

Nestled on picturesque  Midwood Street, this  18-foot-wide brick townhome offers classic Brooklyn charm and exceptional potential. Featuring  5 bedrooms,  2 full baths, and  original architectural details, this home combines timeless character with modern convenience.

 Main Level
A welcoming  foyer-style entrance leads into a spacious  living room highlighted by a  gas-burning fireplace (currently decorative, with plumbing in place for restoration). Overhead, an  original chandelier with an ornate  ceiling medallion adds vintage elegance. The open layout flows seamlessly into the  formal dining room, featuring  large bay windows and a  beamed ceiling, creating a perfect space for entertaining.

The  kitchen offers abundant  floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, a  Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a  Wolf range - both fully functional though older models. A large window floods the space with natural light.

 Below, an  English basement provides access from both the front and back of the home. Currently used for storage and laundry (washer/dryer included), this level offers plenty of potential as an  entertainment area or  guest suite.

Outdoor Space :
The  garden is a tranquil retreat, featuring a variety of plantings and a  beautiful cherry blossom tree that transforms the yard each spring.

Upper Levels:
The  second floor hosts  two generously sized bedrooms and a  full bath ready for updating. A bonus  sunroom, perched above the extension, boasts  seven windows, bathing the space in natural light - an ideal setting for a reading nook, art studio, or home office.

The  third floor includes  three bedrooms and another  full bath. Two of the rooms are comfortably sized, while the third is perfect for an office or nursery.

A  new roof (installed just one year ago) is equipped with  solar panels to help offset electricity costs.

Location
 
Perfectly positioned in one of Brooklyn's most desirable neighborhoods, this home offers easy access to:
Prospect Park,  Brooklyn Museum, and  Botanic Garden Subways: 2, 5 (Sterling & Nostrand), Q, B, and Shuttle (S) lines Shopping, dining, and top-rated schools nearby Buses to Kings Plaza, Flatbush Mall, Downtown Brooklyn, and more Only a  20-minute train ride to Manhattan   For a quicker response please text Tracy or my Self
 This Lefferts Gardens gem blends classic prewar beauty with endless potential. With some thoughtful updates and a contractor's touch, it can easily be restored to its full splendor.
          Best regards,

Listed by Keith Mack

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Corcoran Group

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(917) 805-3099

Listed by TRACEY CAMPBELL

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Corcoran Group

Last updated November 10, 2025

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Source: REBNY #RLS20057623

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodProspect Lefferts Gardens
  • Bedrooms5
  • Bathrooms2.5
  • Days on Prevu19
  • Taxes$8,400/year

Amenities

  • Private Outdoor Space

Location

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Listing History

10/31/2025
Listed by Corcoran Group
$2,400,000

Estimated Closing Costs

Total
$87,260
Attorney Fees
$4,000
NYC Mansion Tax
$30,000
Title Insurance
$10,800
Bank Attorney
$1,500
Mortgage Recording Tax
$36,960
Other Closing Costs
$4,000

Estimated closing costs are based on the list price of $2,400,000 and a 20% downpayment. These estimates are for indicative purposes only. Actual closing costs may vary for each transaction. See the Closing Costs Calculator for calculations specific to your situation.

Property Details for 78 Midwood Street

Association

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed: Building Yes, No

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 1
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Entry Level: 1

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 702
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Area: 1,800
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 05034-0038
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,400.00

Interior

Features

  • Interior Features: Smoke Free

Measurements

  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet

Rooms

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Rooms Total: 8

Other

Location

  • City Region: Brooklyn
  • Subdivision Name: Prospect Lefferts G
  • Tax Block: 05034
  • Tax Lot: 0038

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