Ditmas Park 2BR in a Full-Service Building Asks $599K

Those looking for a Brooklyn neighborhood with spacious residences and manageable commutes to Manhattan should consider Ditmas Park. This subsection of Flatbush has a suburban, laid-back feel with all the conveniences of city living. Plus, prices are far below the borough’s averages, and you can score an upscale unit for well under $750K — just take a look at 570 Westminster Road #F5. Our Deal of the Week is a Ditmas Park 2-bedroom unit in a pet-friendly co-op complete with a picturesque common garden.

The Price: $599,000

The median asking price for a home in Ditmas Park was $714,500 this September, according to the StreetEasy Data Dashboard. That means our Deal of the Week is about $115K less than the median asking price for the neighborhood — and a little over half the median asking price for greater Brooklyn, which sat at $1.1 million this September.

Buyers who put down a 20% down payment of $119,800 can expect to see estimated monthly payments of $3,795. This includes a mortgage payment of $3,025 at a 6.588% interest rate and maintenance fees of $770. Note there is also a $237 monthly assessment in place through December 2026.

Why You’ll Love It…

This is a true 2-bedroom unit, meaning that both bedrooms have at least one window and closet. Specifically, the bigger bedroom has two north-facing windows and a full wall of floor-to-ceiling custom built-in closets, plus extra storage above the door. It can easily accommodate a queen-sized bed. The second, smaller bedroom has a west-facing window and its own closet. Plus, you’ll find another hallway closet outside the bedrooms, in addition to the bathroom. Speaking of which, the bathroom is windowed and is decked out in black and white wall tiles.

You’ll find this classic color scheme again in the kitchen with its checkerboard tiled floor. This spacious room features white subway tile backsplash, ample cabinet space, and the pièce de résistance — a dishwasher. Plus, there’s room by the windows for a dining nook! The dining area is open to the living room, which also has room for a larger dining set if desired. Ornate archways, decorative moldings and parquet hardwood floors provide a vintage and refined feel. The room is anchored by a wall of built-in shelving, a perfect spot to store books, games, and picture frames, in addition to a spot for a wall-mounted TV. Outside the living area and kitchen is a large entryway foyer with two more closets for even more storage.

This unit is located in a full-service, pet-friendly elevator building with a live-in super and full-time doorman. Amenities include a children’s playroom, common laundry, bike storage, stroller parking, and rentable storage units. One of the best features, however, is the common garden where residents can relax and enjoy the outdoors. Beautifully landscaped with trees, paths, and a gazebo, buyers will very much feel like they have access to a secret NYC garden. There’s also a cafe, Milk and Honey, at the base of the building.

For easy commutes, the B and Q trains stop less than a quarter-mile away. And the nearby streets are packed with cafes, bars, and restaurants. On nearby Coney Island Avenue alone, you’ll find a plethora of dining options, spanning Uzbeki to Pakistani to Mexican cuisine. Plus, the building is under a mile away from Prospect Park!

… And Why You Might Not

There’s not much to nitpick here, apart from the assessment that’s in place through December 2026. However, the monthly maintenance fees are pretty low apart from the assessment. So if you’re looking to buy in Ditmas Park, be sure to shortlist this one!

Check out the listing at 570 Westminster Road #F5, listed by Bridget Applegate and Charlie Pigott of Corcoran.