689 East 17th Street

Midwood Park

$3,400,000
Price
5
Beds
4,835 Sq. Ft.
$703 / Sq. Ft.
4,835
Sq. Ft.
$703
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to your dream home on East 17th Street, Brooklyn, NY, where elegance meets modern sophistication in the heart of enchanting Ditmas Park. This meticulously renovated 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom residence is perfectly situated opposite a beautifully landscaped esplanade, offering a serene and lush setting. The gracious entry foyer showcases the sprawling open plan and abundant natural light of the parlor floor, offering views into each room as well as a direct sightline through sliding glass doors...Welcome to your dream home on East 17th Street, Brooklyn, NY, where elegance meets modern sophistication in the heart of enchanting Ditmas Park. This meticulously renovated 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom residence is perfectly situated opposite a beautifully landscaped esplanade, offering a serene and lush setting. The gracious entry foyer showcases the sprawling open plan and abundant natural light of the parlor floor, offering views into each room as well as a direct sightline through sliding glass doors to the backyard. An entertainer’s dream and ideal for family life, this floor’s options and versatility are endless. The sunny music room, with windows on every wall, is the perfect size to accommodate a grand piano.

The living/dining room features two bays of windows, more than enough space for a generous seating area and a dining table for six or more, flowing into another large living/family room with a convenient powder room.

The pièce de résistance is the dreamy, custom kitchen and breakfast room. A true chef’s delight and the hub of the home, oversized windows connect you to the outdoors and fill the space with breathtaking light. Top-of-the-line kitchen finishes include custom cabinetry by Jewett Farms with walnut drawer interiors, unlacquered brass hardware, paneled appliances, and heat- and stain-resistant Silestone quartz countertops. The luxe appliance suite includes a Wolf dual-fuel 36” range (gas stove, electric oven), Miele XL plumbed combi convection steam oven, Sub-Zero fridge/freezer with ice and water dispenser, Bosch dishwasher, Sharp drawer microwave, and dual-zone Vinotemp wine fridge. Bonus features include an Insinkerator garbage disposal and Waterworks faucet/pot filler. The sunny breakfast room, perfect for casual dining, has huge windows and sliding glass doors leading to the beautiful backyard. A wall of floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry provides even more storage.

The second floor houses the spacious primary bedroom, easily accommodating a king-size bed and furnishings, with two custom walk-in closets and a stunning en-suite bath. Primary bath finishes include a Calacatta marble double vanity, Ralph Lauren mirror sconces, Calacatta marble tile in the windowed shower, Kohler hardware with double shower heads and rainfall feature, and custom built-in linen closets. This floor also includes two additional, well-sized bedrooms, a full bath with a Kohler cast-iron tub, and a convenient laundry room with full-size front-loading washer and dryer, built-in hanging rack, and wall-mounted, fold up ironing board.

The third floor has two additional spacious bedrooms and another full bath with a clawfoot tub.

The finished basement was fully excavated to increase ceiling height to 7'9", waterproofed, insulated, and outfitted with hurricane-proof, double-glazed windows that bring in beautiful natural light. This fantastic bonus space includes a cozy screening room, home gym, a bedroom with a built-in Murphy bed doubling as an office, a full bath with shower, a large storage closet with W/D hookup, and a full kitchenette/bar with paneled appliances, including a floor-to-ceiling Sub-Zero dual-zone wine fridge, Sub-Zero refrigerator drawers, Scotsman ice maker, Bosch dishwasher, and Insinkerator garbage disposal.

All new double-glazed windows throughout the home, full insulation, and a high-efficiency boiler make this home as energy-efficient as it is luxurious. Heating and cooling are managed by four zones of radiator heating and five zones of central AC. Yamaha built-in speakers are installed on the parlor floor and in the basement, with Bose outdoor speakers for the backyard.

Ditmas Park is an enchanting historic neighborhood in New York City that offers a suburban feel close to the city. Known for its detached Victorian homes with front porches, backyards, and garages on tree-lined streets, it offers a country-in-the-city experience. Nearby, Newkirk Plaza and Cortelyou Road feature an array of shopping and dining options, along with the B & Q trains for easy access to Manhattan. With proximity to Prospect Park and the Parade Grounds, it’s perfect for nature and activity seekers. Enticing restaurants like Lea, Café Madeleine, The Castello Plan, La Puerta Roja, and Corthaiyou are nearby on Cortelyou Road, along with a public library, organic markets, wine stores, book and gift shops, and a Sunday farmers market.

Listing Agent

  1. Laura Rozos

    Laura Rozos

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    laura.rozos@compass.com

    P: (917)-701-7340

Amenities

  • Primary Ensuite
  • Private Yard
  • Porch
  • Crown Mouldings
  • Decorative Mouldings
  • Built-Ins
  • Wet Bar
  • Sound System

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LISTING UPDATED: 06/16/2025 05:54 PM

Property Details for 689 East 17th Street

StatusActive
Days on Market13
Taxes$902 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms18.0
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS Type-
Year Built1920
Lot Size5,000 SF / 50' x 100'
CountyKings County
Buyer's Agent Compensation1%

Building

689 E 17th St

1 Units2 StoriesBuilt in 1920
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Building Information for 689 East 17th Street

Stories2Year Built1920Building Size26' x 37'Building Sq. Ft1,924 SFLot Size5,000 SF / 50' x 100'Building Age-Building Type-

Payment Calculator

$18,716 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$17,814

Property Taxes

$902

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property History for 689 East 17th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jun 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,400,000
Jun 5, 2025

Permanently Off Market

Manual

May 7, 2025

Price Change

Manual

$3,400,000
Mar 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,550,000
Oct 20, 2017

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10058563

$2,100,000
Oct 20, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2017102501562002

$2,100,000
May 15, 2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10058563

$2,100,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/05/2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,400,000
06/05/2025

Permanently Off Market

Manual

05/07/2025

Price Change

Manual

$3,400,000
03/16/2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,550,000
10/20/2017

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10058563

$2,100,000
10/20/2017

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2017102501562002

$2,100,000
05/15/2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10058563

$2,100,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 689 East 17th Street

Taxable ValueLand$33,780Additions$96,480Total$130,260
Tax Record2025$10,825 ($902 / month) Tax Class1Tax Rate20.085%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt2,569 SqFtLot Size5,000 SqFtYear Built1920ZoningR1-2APN3052380023

Schools near 689 East 17th Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District #22.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 315
PublicPK to 5

Jhs 62 Ditmas
Public6 to 8

Midwood High School
Public9 to 12

School Of Science And Technology
PublicPK to 5

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689 East 17th Street is a single family home for sale in Midwood Park. This property was listed for sale on June 5, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $3,400,000. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on October 20, 2017. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District #22. Nearby schools include P.S. 315, Jhs 62 Ditmas and Midwood High School. 689 East 17th Street is a 5-bed, 4.5-bath, 4,835 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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