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SOLD FOR $610,000

· Closed February 3, 2022

277 WASHINGTON Avenue #6J
Closed For Sale Co-op

$610,000

$1,017 per sq ft

277 WASHINGTON Avenue #6J

Clinton Hill, Brooklyn

FRANCINE TOWERS

MLS® #RLS10755115

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

600

Sq. Ft.

1905

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 600 sq ft
Year Built 1905
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $813/mo
Neighborhood Clinton Hill
Floor 6 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1905)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 6 of 6
Exposure East
Pets Yes
Cross Street WILLOUGHBY AVENUE and DEKALB AVENUE
Year Built 1905
Living Area 600 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 01918-0013-00277-000-000006J

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 17, 2021 $645,000 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $610,000 -5.4%

Description

Elegance and Style are the words that describe this Insanely beautiful one bedroom. Meticulously designed and curated, this designer apartment is located in a classic prewar doorman building just off Dekalb Avenue. Its attributes include not only being turnkey and prewar, but additionally the apartment is flooded with light with top floor views of the Pratt sculpture garden. The Entire apartment has been outfitted in elegant brass details including the kitchen and bath fittings, lighting and accessories. The apartment has all the classic prewar details that are rare in modern architecture: There's a proper entry way foyer with a beautiful chandelier and an oversized walk-in cedar closet. There's Tons of storage in the reconfigured closet including a doubled height hanging area for out of season clothing and coats plus custom shelving for additional storage for either pantry items or other household things. The Kitchen is an open galley style but packs a punch with its au courant chic black kitchen cabinets with jewelry-like Restoration Hardware brass handles, and new Carrara counter tops. Being on the top floor has its advantages and The living room is flooded with light from its eastern views over Pratt's gardens and treetops. The large open room includes a dining table/WFH table accented by beautiful Parisian-style white globe and brass pendants. Down the hallway from the living room is the stunning bathroom that also has a window facing east amd tons of light. It has been redone with a classic and stylish combination of a black vanity outfitted with brass Restoration Hardware pulls and a Carrara countertop. The sink is a farmhouse-style rectangular shape that sits on the Carrara counter and the faucet is a brass one hole faucet. The brass theme continues with the double glass globe light over the vanity and a single globe ceiling light. The medicine cabinet is a nickel crown molding style from Restoration Hardware. The shower has a brass eight inch rain shower head plus a retro brass oval shower curtain rod. Other brass accessories like robe hooks, a glass shelf finish the room beautifully. The building is known for it's large bedroom floorplans and this one is as well. It is oversized measuring over 17ft in length allowing for a king sized bed and possibly another seating area or a WFH desk area. It has another enormous walk in closet. Additionally, there's a private large storage locker attached to this unit in the basement. Francine Towers is a well maintained elevator co-op building that provides a part-time Doorman, live-in super and porters, a laundry room and a bicycle room. New roof replacement and facade work is currently in progress and the scaffolding is being removed soon. Additional storage lockers are available in the basement and can be purchased or rented with a waitlist. Pied-a-Terres and guarantors are allowed and the downpayment must be a minimum of 20%. Financials are in great shape and the monthly maintenance is $813. Subleasing is allowed after the initial 2 years, with a minimum one year term and fees apply. And Pets are allowed! Living in a historic district like Washington Avenue allows you to live amongst some of the most notable Mansions in Brooklyn. This particular block is known for it's 19th century mansions and some of the most beautiful are located next to the building. Transportation is close by and Dekalb Avenue is literally moments away with its restaurants, shopping and very importantly, the historic Fort Greene Park where there's weekly Green Markets, playgrounds and other community events Plus the popular off leash dog park times.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $813/mo
Original Price $645,000
Sale Price $610,000
Previous Price $645,000

Clinton Hill is a neighborhood defined by its architectural diversity and creative energy. Home to the Pratt Institute, the area features a stunning mix of grand 19th-century mansions, historic carriage houses, and mid-century cooperatives. The neighborhood offers a leafy, residential feel with a popular culinary scene along DeKalb Avenue and easy access to the cultural amenities of nearby Fort Greene.

Clinton Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

54

Median Asking Price

$972K

Median $/Sqft

$1,148

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

3

Price Reduced

35%

Sold (30 Days)

5

Median Sale Price

$995K

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277 WASHINGTON Avenue #6J, Clinton Hill, Kings County • Near WILLOUGHBY AVENUE and DEKALB AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
6
Floors
66
Residential Units
R6B
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Clinton Hill Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $3,573,450
Land Value: $148,500
Exemptions: $37,008

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

Lot Area: 13,200 SF
Building Area: 56,788 SF
Built FAR: 4.3
Allowed FAR: 2

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 monthly maintenance are $813 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 600 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1905, making it approximately 121 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

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

At the current list price of $610,000 for 600 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,017. 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: RLS10755115
First Listed: 9/17/2021
Price Changed: 10/6/2021
Closed: 2/3/2022
Contract Date: 9/17/2021

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Kathleen Perkins

Listing Contact: (917) 721-7072

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