The modern townhouse in Brooklyn that has everyone talking

Originally listed for $5.25 million, the house was tagged with information about the affordability crisis.

View in browser|nytimes.com May 30, 2025 A modern Brooklyn townhouse hit the market with an eye-watering price tag of $5.25 million. Then, someone affixed a museum-style plaque that spoke to a much larger issue. Amir Hamja for The New York Times Now the neighborhood is talking. → Sign up for the New York Today newsletter. Metropolitan Diary and local reporting, plus our new eight-part series, The Sprint for City Hall, starting May 6. Get it in your inbox If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018