420 Vanderbilt Avenue, Brooklyn
Three-family · built c. 1872 · Block 1959, Lot 63.
Building permits
- Alteration, filed Sep 3, 2026, estimated cost $141K, described as “Renovation of the basement/1st floor duplex unit in three family residence. Partition work. Kitchen and bathroom renovation. New porch at the rear.”
- Alteration, filed Oct 21, 2025, estimated cost $42K, described as “Installation of solar PV system. No change to use, egress, or occupancy.”
- Alteration, filed May 14, 2024, estimated cost $5K, described as “Proposed installation of temporary pipe scaffold as per plans. Work shall comply with chapter #33 of the NYC building code. No change in use, occupancy, or egress under this application.”
Property taxes
- Assessment
- $133,080
- 2026–27 tax
- $5,270
- Market value (city estimate)
- $2,218,000
- Taxable value
- $40,800
- Assessed land
- $40,260
- Assessed improvements
- $92,820
Tax breaks
- Solar abatement, through Jun 30, 2030, a $3,104 credit this tax year.
Zoning
R6B: floor area ratio 1.26 built, 2.00 allowed by base zoning.
Flood zone
Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard.
Landmarks
Part of Fort Greene Historic District (Historic District). 6 Landmarks Preservation Commission permits are on file.