492 Van Buren St, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Kings County

Last Updated: July 8, 2025

For Sale $1,349,000. Sells For 6% Less Than Market.

Last Sold Price: $710,000
Price to EMV Ratio: 94.00%
EARV Ratio: 88.00%
1,280 sqft
3,000 lot size
Year Built: 1899
Latitude: 40.6914860, Longitude: -73.9288250

492 Van Buren St

Brooklyn, NY 11221
Foreclosure History
Lis Pendens
Lis Pendens
Property details
The description and property data below may have been provided by a third party, the homeowner or public records.
492 Van Buren Street offers a rare opportunity to own a well-maintained multi-family property on a block in the heart of Brooklyn. This property features spacious layouts, original details, and excellent potential for both end-users and investors. Conveniently located near public transportation, neighborhood amenities, and vibrant local dining, this home combines historic charm with modern urban convenience.
Property facts
Property features
Primary Land Use and Tax Lot Information
  • 492 VAN BUREN STREET, 11221
  • DOB Overview:
  • Building Class:
    A9
    One Family Dwellings: Miscellaneous
  • Year Built:
    1899
  • Number of Buildings:
    1
  • Floors on Main Building:
    2
  • Building Dimensions:
    20'32'
  • Actual Square Footage:
    1,280
  • Calculated Square Footage:
    1,280
  • Residential Floor Area:
    1,280
  • Total Units:
    1
  • Residential Units:
    1
  • Extension:
    None
  • Basement:
    Below grade full basement
  • Proximity:
    Semi-attached
  • Address:
    492 VAN BUREN STREET
  • Zip Code:
    11221
  • Borough:
    Brooklyn (3)
  • Block — Lot:
    1617 — 28
  • BBLE:
    3016170028
  • Lot Buildings:
    BIN
    Name
    3043876 492 VAN BUREN STREET

  • Ownership:

  • Land Use:
    01
    One & Two Family Buildings
  • Lot Dimensions:
    30'100'
  • Calculated Lot Perimeter:
    263.02 ft
  • Acres:
    0.07
  • Lot Area:
    3,000
  • Lot Type:
    Inside
  • Zoning Districts:
    R6B
    Moderate-density residence district
  • Zoning Map:

  • Actual FAR:
    0.43
  • Max Residential FAR:
    2
  • Max Commercial FAR:
    0
  • Max Facility FAR:
    2

  • Max Residential Sqft:
    6,000
  • Buildable Residential Sqft:
    4,720
  • Residential Area Distribution:
Real Property Records
Document Type
Property Price History
Date Event Price
May 26, 2025 Listed $1,349,000
Nov 17, 2008 Sold $710,000
Property Tax History
Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $5,314 $78,240
2023 $5,069 $75,840
Sold Homes
Address Price Beds Baths
Homes For Sale
Address Price Beds Baths
Schools
School Name Rating
Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School
125 Stuyvesant Avenue, NY 11221
2 / 10
Jhs 57 Whitelaw Reid
125 Stuyvesant Avenue, NY 11221
3 / 10
Uncommon Bed-Stuy East Middle School
800 Gates Avenue, NY 11221
7 / 10
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School service boundaries are intended to be used as reference only. To verify enrollment eligibility for a property, contact the school directly.
Flood Factor
Flood Factor Score: 1 Flood Factor Score: 1 Flood Factor Score: 1 Flood Factor Score: 1
1 |10
Minimal
Flood Factor
FEMA Zone (Est.)
X (unshaded)
Flood insurance:
Recommended
Flood risks are increasing as sea levels rise and weather patterns change.
This property has a Minimal Flood Factor .
Although flood risks across the country are changing because of the environment, this property is unlikely to flood over the next 30 years.
Flood Factor data provided by FloodFactor.