About this home

Welcome to 690 Hancock Street, a stunning two family brownstone in the heart of Bedford Stuyvesant, where timeless Brooklyn charm meets modern luxury and thoughtful design. Featuring five bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and two powder rooms, this exceptional residence offers a beautifully appointed three bedroom owner's unit alongside a spacious two bedroom rental apartment, creating the perfect balance of sophisticated living and income producing potential. From the moment you enter, the home's attention to detail is immediately apparent. Gorgeous herringbone hardwood floors, carefully selected designer light fixtures, and elegant finishes create a warm yet refined atmosphere throughout. The parlor level offers an inviting space for both everyday living and entertaining, enhanced by an integrated Bluetooth speaker system. At the heart of the home is a spectacular chef's kitchen, thoughtfully designed to combine beauty and functionality. Featuring a full suite of premium Bosch appliances, generous preparation space, sleek contemporary finishes, and two wine refrigerators, this kitchen is perfectly suited for everything from intimate family dinners to hosting memorable gatherings. The owner's residence features three generously appointed bedrooms and three bathrooms, highlighted by a beautiful primary suite designed as a private retreat. Complete with its own ensuite bathroom, dedicated Bluetooth speaker system, and a stunning skylight that fills the bathroom with natural light, the primary suite offers an exceptional blend of comfort and sophistication. Two additional skylights in the hallway further enhance the home's bright and airy atmosphere. Modern comforts are seamlessly integrated throughout, including central air conditioning with separate zoning, allowing for personalized comfort in every season. Perfectly positioned on a quintessential Bedford Stuyvesant block, 690 Hancock Street offers the charm of historic Brooklyn living with convenient access to neighborhood cafes, restaurants, shopping, and transportation. A beautiful balance of classic brownstone character, contemporary design, and modern convenience, 690 Hancock Street is an exceptional opportunity to experience elevated Brooklyn townhouse living.

Facts and features

Schools

• Ps 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair

  elementary · K-5 · 0.3 mi

  9

• Excellence Boys Charter School Of Bedford Stuyvesa

  elementary · K-9 · 0.1 mi

  5

• Excellence Girls Charter School

  elementary · K-12 · 0.3 mi

  6

• Charles Churn Christian Academy

  elementary · K-12 · 0.5 mi

• Ps 262 El Hajj Malik El Shabazz Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 0.2 mi

  8

• Uncommon Bed-Stuy East Middle School

  elementary · 5-9 · 0.3 mi

  8

Price history

• Nov 5, 2026 · Listed$2,750,000
• Jul 7, 2026 · Listing Removed—
• Jul 1, 2026 · Relisted$1,600,000
• Jun 29, 2026 · Listing Removed—
• Jun 23, 2026 · Relisted$1,600,000
• Jun 22, 2026 · Listing Removed—
• Jun 18, 2026 · Relisted$1,600,000
• Jun 15, 2026 · Listing Removed—

Tax history

• 2026$5,267 tax · $123,780 assessed
• 2025$4,639 tax · $123,780 assessed
• 2024$4,479 tax · $110,400 assessed
• 2023$4,517 tax · $106,800 assessed
• 2022$4,175 tax · $95,100 assessed
• 2021$4,359 tax · $83,880 assessed
• 2020$4,121 tax · $101,700 assessed
• 2019$3,829 tax · $86,940 assessed

Home value

$1,464,697

• Quantarium$1,464,697
• Collateral Analytics$1,459,000
• Cotality$1,672,000

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