About this home

An Exceptional Restoration Opportunity in Historic Bedford-Stuyvesant Bring a magnificent Brooklyn townhouse back to its former glory. Nestled along a picturesque, tree-lined block, 81 Hancock Street is a remarkable architectural treasure, brimming with exquisite original details and extraordinary potential. For those with vision and imagination to transform this historic beauty into a truly spectacular residence. Measuring 20 feet wide and 42 feet deep, this four-story, legal two-family townhouse offers approximately 4,221 square feet of interior space, including a basement. Behind its striking historic facade and elegant stoop lies a remarkable collection of period details, including magnificent oversized mirrors framed by intricate original moldings, ornate fireplace mantels, exquisite woodwork, substantial paneled doors, and soaring ceilings. Together, these architectural treasures provide an extraordinary foundation for a restoration that honors the home's original craftsmanship while embracing contemporary living. The property offers endless possibilities, whether envisioned as a grand single-family residence, an expansive owner's home with a separate apartment, or an exquisitely restored two-family townhouse. Bedford-Stuyvesant's vibrant cultural and culinary scene includes celebrated restaurants, intimate cafes, independent boutiques, and neighborhood favorites such as Daphne's, Dolores, Ler Ler, Corte, and Peaches. Nearby parks and convenient access to the A and C subway lines further enhance the appeal.

Facts and features

Schools

• Ps 3 The Bedford Village

  elementary · K-5 · 0.2 mi

  5

• Clara Muhammad School Of Masjid Khalifah

  elementary · PK-8 · 0.1 mi

• Bedford Academy High School

  high · 9-12 · 0.2 mi

  9

• Brooklyn East Collegiate Charter School

  middle · 8 · 0.3 mi

• The Co-op School

  elementary · K-5 · 0.2 mi

• The Brooklyn Waldorf School

  elementary · K-8 · 0.2 mi

Price history

• Oct 28, 2026 · Listed$3,195,000
• Jun 11, 2026 · Sold$2,000,000
• Apr 22, 1993 · Sold$126,000
• Jan 27, 1986 · Sold$56,000

Tax history

• 2026$4,419 tax · $149,700 assessed
• 2025$4,464 tax · $149,700 assessed
• 2024$4,307 tax · $156,540 assessed
• 2023$4,081 tax · $119,040 assessed
• 2022$3,783 tax · $106,800 assessed
• 2021$4,168 tax · $95,580 assessed
• 2020$3,963 tax · $107,760 assessed
• 2019$3,679 tax · $98,040 assessed

Home value

$2,698,400

• Cotality$2,698,400
• Collateral Analytics$2,041,000
• Quantarium$3,209,957

Where it is