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SOLD FOR $950,000

· Closed November 23, 2015

55 POPLAR Street #1C
Closed For Sale Condo

$950,000

$614 per sq ft

55 POPLAR Street #1C

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

BRIDGE HARBOR HTS I

MLS® #RLS10466289

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

2

Baths

1,548

Sq. Ft.

1883

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,548 sq ft
Year Built 1883
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,233/mo
Property Taxes $5,460/yr
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1883)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths null Full
Pets Yes
Cross Street Hicks Street
Year Built 1883
Living Area 1,548 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 00207-1013

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 14, 2015 $895,000 -
Currently May 1, 2026 $950,000 +6.1%

Description

Unique opportunity in Brooklyn Heights! This large duplex CONDO (approx. 1,548 square feet) is being offered for a limited preview period as a blank slate. Bring your architect and your contractor to turn your vision into reality. Reconfigure to create 2 or 3 bedrooms, add a second full bathroom, reimagine the kitchen, expose original brick. You make all the choices! After this brief preview, we will take the apartment off the market and begin work before showing again at a higher price, so act now to take advantage of this limited opportunity for amazing value in Brooklyn Heights! Historic 19th Century building features modern conveniences, including renovated common spaces, upgraded central air conditioning and heating systems, elevator service, a live-in superintendent and an award-winning common garden for barbecues and relaxing with neighbors. Offering the best of both Brooklyn Heights and D.U.M.B.O., Poplar Street is a quiet, tree-lined byway with charming gas lamps, located just steps from the Promenade, the emerging Brooklyn Bridge Park, wonderful restaurants and many transportation options, including the 2, 3, A, C & F subway lines and the Water Taxi at Fulton Landing. Pet friendly! SHOWING BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!!!

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,233/mo
RE Taxes $5,460/yr ($455/mo)
Original Price $895,000
Previous Price $895,000

Brooklyn Heights is New York City’s first historic district, famous for its grand architecture and the iconic Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Offering some of the most breathtaking views of Lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty, the neighborhood exudes a low-traffic, old-world elegance. The real estate market is characterized by magnificent pre-war townhouses, sought-after cooperatives, and a select few ultra-luxury waterfront developments along Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Brooklyn Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

75

Median Asking Price

$2.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,718

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

12

Price Reduced

21%

Sold (30 Days)

12

Median Sale Price

$1.57M

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Location

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55 POPLAR Street #1C, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County • Near Hicks Street

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1880
Year Built
146 years old
6
Floors
57
Residential Units
R8
Zoning District
Condominiums Historic District: Brooklyn Heights Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $5,227,356
Land Value: $1,039,509
Exemptions: $35,994

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 42,000 SF
Building Area: 52,344 SF
Built FAR: 1.25
Allowed FAR: 6.02

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $1,233 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $5,460, or roughly $455 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,548 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1883, making it approximately 143 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $950,000 for 1,548 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $614. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10466289
First Listed: 4/14/2015
Price Changed: 11/23/2015
Closed: 11/23/2015
Contract Date: 4/14/2015

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Michael J. Connolly

Listing Contact: (646) 932-0307

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