About this home

Residence 2 at 561 Fifth Street is a sun-filled, full-floor parlor-level condominium in a classic 20-foot-wide Italianate brownstone, just half a block from Prospect Park West. Oversized south-facing windows, leafy tree-lined views and a flowing layout set a serene tone. Nearly 10-foot ceilings, parquet floors, crown moldings, deep window seats and a wood-burning fireplace give the home its unmistakable brownstone charm. The open living and dining room (approx. 22' x 12') works for both everyday living and entertaining. A separate kitchen with granite countertops completes the practical layout. Two generously sized bedrooms offer privacy and flexibility. More than 25 linear feet of closets, including twin closets in the second bedroom and a shelved linen closet, provide exceptional storage. A wide hallway fits a home office nook, and in-unit laundry plus split-system units in the living room and each bedroom add everyday comfort. At the end of the block, Litchfield Villa and the Third Street playground lead to the Picnic House and Long Meadow. The Boathouse, lake, Carousel, Zoo and Bandshell are close by, along with Grand Army Plaza, the Brooklyn Museum, Botanic Garden and Central Library. The cafes, restaurants and shops of Fifth and Seventh Avenues are an easy walk, with convenient subway access to Brooklyn and Manhattan. Currently zoned for P.S. 321 (buyer to verify). Set within a four-unit prewar condominium, this full-floor home pairs townhouse character with condominium convenience. Approx. monthly taxes $607; common charges $192. Morning sun, green views, Prospect Park steps away and evenings by the fire.

Facts and features

Schools

• Ps 321 William Penn

  elementary · K-5 · 0.3 mi

  9

• St Saviour High School

  high · 9-12 · 0.1 mi

• Cyberarts Studio Academy

  high · 9-12 · 0.1 mi

  4

• Park Slope Collegiate

  middle · 6-12 · 0.2 mi

  3

• Saint Saviour Catholic Academy

  elementary · K-8 · 0.1 mi

• Millennium Brooklyn High School

  high · 9-12 · 0.2 mi

  9

Price history

• Nov 7, 2026 · Listed$1,785,000
• Dec 28, 2018 · Sold$1,132,100
• Nov 8, 2018 · Listing Removed—
• Oct 11, 2018 · Price Changed$985,000
• Oct 10, 2018 · Listed$849,000
• May 10, 2004 · Sold$1,300,797

Tax history

• 2026$7,282 tax · $270,105 assessed
• 2025$6,710 tax · $270,105 assessed
• 2024$6,776 tax · $225,125 assessed
• 2023$6,270 tax · $230,098 assessed
• 2022$5,905 tax · $226,142 assessed
• 2021$5,524 tax · $180,936 assessed
• 2020$5,085 tax · $175,624 assessed
• 2019$2,979 tax · $146,331 assessed

Home value

$1,718,264

• Quantarium$1,718,264
• Collateral Analytics$1,903,000
• Cotality$1,713,500

Where it is