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78 Midwood Street, New York City, NY 11225

5 Beds
3 Baths
702 Sq Ft

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 bedrooms2 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.

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 ParkBrooklyn 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
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 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.
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  • MLS# RLS20057623
  • Date Listed10/31/2025
  • Days on Realty 9 Days
  • Bedrooms 5
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size -
  • Subdivision Prospect Lefferts G
  • County Kings
  • Year Built 1910
  • Square Feet 702 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $3418.8

Interior Features

  • Cooling None

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof -
  • Lot Size Acres -
  • Lot Size SQFT -
  • Lot Features -

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $8,400
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in NY / 11225

Source: Walkscore

94/100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score ®

100/100

Rider's Paradise

Transit Score ®

86/100

Very Bikeable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Daily errands do not require a car. World-class public transportation. Biking is convenient for most trips.

Transit Summary

29 nearby routes: 11 bus, 18 rail, 0 other


Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 88/100, Transit Score: 90/100, Bike Score: 75/100.

Property Change History

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Points of Interest near 78 MIDWOOD Street, New York City, NY 11225

Frequently Asked Questions for 78 MIDWOOD Street

Source: Realty.com

78 MIDWOOD Street, New York City, NY 11225 is a Single Family 702 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 5 photos available of this 5 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $2,400,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

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Our records indicate that 78 MIDWOOD Street was built in 1910.

The full address for this home is 78 MIDWOOD Street, New York City, NY 11225.

78 MIDWOOD Street has been listed on Realty.com since Fri October 31, 2025

Daily errands do not require a car. World-class public transportation. Biking is convenient for most trips.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 88/100, Transit Score: 90/100, Bike Score: 75/100.

Listing provided courtesy of: Corcoran Group (tel: 212-355-3550)
Listing agent: Keith Mack (tel: 917-805-3099) (#34772)

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