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Selling Your Home in Flatlands, Brooklyn

Current market data from 88 recorded property transactions in Flatlands. Every number on this page comes from NYC Department of Finance public records — not estimates, not algorithms, not listing data. This is what actually sold.

Market Data

Home Prices in Flatlands

Co-op Apartments
$246,200
median · 14 sales
Single-Family Homes
$710,000
median · 35 sales
Condominiums
$412,375
median · 2 sales
Two-Family Homes
$780,000
median · 33 sales
Other Residential
$639,351
median · 4 sales
Total Sales
88
past 12 months
Price Per Sq Ft
$414
median

Quarterly Trends by Property Type

Co-op Apartments
Q2 2025
$257,500
2 sales
Q3 2025
$260,000
5 sales
▲ +1.0%
Q4 2025
$89,000
3 sales
▼ -65.8%
Q1 2026
$241,200
4 sales
▲ +171.0%
Single-Family Homes
Q2 2025
$725,000
7 sales
Q3 2025
$810,000
9 sales
▲ +11.7%
Q4 2025
$750,000
11 sales
▼ -7.4%
Q1 2026
$700,000
1 sale
▼ -6.7%
Condominiums
Q2 2025
$412,375
2 sales
Q3 2025
—
0 sales
—
Q4 2025
—
0 sales
—
Q1 2026
—
0 sales
—
Two-Family Homes
Q2 2025
$800,000
8 sales
Q3 2025
$615,284
5 sales
▼ -23.1%
Q4 2025
$780,000
7 sales
▲ +26.8%
Q1 2026
$867,500
10 sales
▲ +11.2%
Other Residential
Q2 2025
$356,851
2 sales
Q3 2025
—
0 sales
—
Q4 2025
—
0 sales
—
Q1 2026
$980,000
1 sale
—
📊 Why this data is more reliable than other sites

The numbers on this page come from the NYC Department of Finance public records — every legally recorded property sale in Flatlands, not just MLS-listed transactions. Sites like Zillow and StreetEasy only capture listings that go through their platforms, missing FSBO sales, off-market deals, and transfers that never hit the MLS. This dataset includes all of them.

We also remove bulk portfolio transfers, nominal sales, and non-arms-length transactions that would distort median prices — cleaning that most data sources don't do. The result is a more accurate picture of what individual homes are actually selling for in your market.

Data source: NYC Department of Finance, Rolling Sales Data — Brooklyn. Period: March 2025 – February 2026. Excludes $0 transfers, nominal sales, non-arms-length transactions, and bulk portfolio transfers identified through same-date/same-price pattern analysis. Last updated: April 2026.

Timing

Best Time to Sell in Flatlands

Monthly closing volume based on 88 residential sales recorded by the NYC Department of Finance. Months highlighted in orange indicate above-average demand.

Jan
10 sales
Feb
6 sales
Mar
11 sales
Apr
5 sales
May
9 sales
Jun
7 sales
Jul
9 sales
Aug
6 sales
Sep
4 sales
Oct
6 sales
Nov
7 sales
Dec
8 sales

Takeaway for Sellers

Flatlands sees its strongest closing activity in January, March, May and July — the months highlighted in orange above. These peaks indicate when buyer demand is highest and the most transactions close.

Since the typical sale takes 3 months from listing to closing you should be listing approximately 3 months before these peak windows to position your home when competition among buyers is strongest.

The optimal listing date depends on your property type, your timeline, and current inventory levels. A strategy session can pinpoint the right window for your specific home.

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Housing Mix

Housing Stock in Flatlands

Distribution of 88 residential sales by property type over the past 12 months.

Co-op Apartments — 15.9% (14)
Single-Family Homes — 39.8% (35)
Condominiums — 2.3% (2)
Two-Family Homes — 37.5% (33)
Other Residential — 4.5% (4)

What This Means for Sellers

Flatlands is a single-family-dominant market (39.8% of sales), which typically means buyers are looking for long-term homes rather than investments.

Common Questions

FAQ: Selling in Flatlands

Based on the most recent NYC Department of Finance public records (March 2025 – February 2026), median sale prices in Flatlands vary significantly by property type. Co-op Apartments: $246,200 (14 sales). Single-Family Homes: $710,000 (35 sales). Condominiums: $412,375 (2 sales). Two-Family Homes: $780,000 (33 sales). Other Residential: $639,351 (4 sales). These figures reflect all legally recorded sales — not just MLS listings — giving a more complete picture than sites like Zillow or StreetEasy.
The Flatlands market recorded 88 residential sales over the past 12 months according to NYC public records. The median price per square foot is $414. The median building was built in 1940. For a detailed analysis of how current conditions affect your home's value, schedule a free strategy call.
Flatlands sees its strongest closing volume in January, March, May and July, indicating above-average buyer demand. Since the typical sale takes about 3 months from listing to closing, you should be listing approximately 3 months before these peak windows to position your home when competition among buyers is strongest. The optimal listing date depends on your property type and personal timeline — a strategy call can help you find the right window.
Flatlands has a diverse housing stock. Over the past 12 months, Co-op Apartments accounted for 15.9% of sales, Single-Family Homes accounted for 39.8% of sales, Condominiums accounted for 2.3% of sales, Two-Family Homes accounted for 37.5% of sales, Other Residential accounted for 4.5% of sales. The median year built is 1940.
Across all neighborhoods Justin Braithwaite serves, his listings average just 24 days on market — well below the city average. His listings also close at 102.8% of asking price on average, meaning sellers typically get more than their list price. Results in Flatlands specifically depend on property type, pricing strategy, and market timing.
You're not legally required to use an agent, but the data strongly suggests it pays to have expert representation. Justin Braithwaite has completed 261 seller transactions with a 96.1% close rate and a 102.8% sale-to-list ratio. His clients benefit from pricing strategy informed by the same NYC Department of Finance data on this page, plus 10 years of real estate experience and 27 years of sales and marketing expertise. Schedule a free strategy call to see how a data-driven approach can maximize your sale price in Flatlands.
Neighborhood Profile

Flatlands, Brooklyn at a Glance

Flatlands is a residential neighborhood in southeastern Brooklyn, one of the original six Dutch towns of Brooklyn dating to 1636. The neighborhood is bounded by Avenue H to the north, the Belt Parkway to the south, and stretches from Flatbush Avenue in the west to Canarsie in the east.

Flatlands' housing stock consists primarily of single-family detached homes and two-family houses, giving the neighborhood a suburban character with lower density than most of Brooklyn. The area has a mix of longtime residents and newer immigrant communities, with proximity to the Kings Plaza Shopping Center and easy access to the Belt Parkway for car-oriented commuters.

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