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SOLD FOR $268,000

Listed at $490,000 · Sold 45.3% below asking · Closed January 22, 2014

40 Tehama Street #6-F
Closed For Sale Co-op

$490,000

40 Tehama Street #6-F

Kensington, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10074073

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1955

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1955
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $943/mo
Neighborhood Kensington
Floor 6 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,South facing

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 6 of 6
Exposure East,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Chester Avenue/Dahill Road
Year Built 1955
Block/Lot 5307/70

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 1, 2013 $490,000 -
Price Reduced Jul 1, 2020 $495,000 +1.0%

Description

Located on the top floor of a pre-war elevator coop, this beautifully renovated and abundantly sunny 1BD home has an expansive layout and is completely move-in ready!

The light-filled apartment has been thoughtfully and stylishly customized throughout while incorporating lovely original architectural details,including classic Art Deco archways; built-in storage nooks; hardwood floors; and ceiling, floor and picture molding. It features a large entry foyer that is an ideal home office.

A stunning open eat-in kitchen highlights the space. It shines with white cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting; marble tile backsplash; abundantstorage and granite countertop prep space; stainless appliances (including dishwasher); convenient breakfast bar; and windowed dining area.

The living room is similarly airy and spacious while the over-sized bedroom features doubleexposures. Thewindowed bathroom has also been fully renovated with a jacuzzi tub and classic finishes. Notably, a deeded basement storage space is included.

Additional features include new plumbing; high ceilings; huge closets outfitted by California Closets to maximize storage space; schoolhouse and mid-century style lighting fixtures; and darkening shades in the bedroom.

The pet-friendly building has a live-in super; central laundry; bike and storage rooms; and common rear yard with a community grill and picnic tables. Conveniently located on a tree-lined street, it is only 1 block to the F/G train and nearby to Prospect Park as well asneighborhood favorites Hamilton's Restaurant, Brancaccio's Food Shop, Jaya Yoga, and Steeplechase Coffee.Please note that the current maintenance listed above includes an ongoing assessment of $113/mo.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $943/mo
Sale Price $268,000
Previous Price $495,000

Kensington is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood bordered by Prospect Park to the north and the landmarked Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, with Ocean Parkway running through its center as one of the borough's signature tree-lined boulevards. The housing stock includes brick rowhouses, prewar co-op apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway and Coney Island Avenue, and detached Victorian homes on the side streets, served by the F and G trains at Fort Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue. The B and Q express trains are accessible within a short walk, providing a 30-to-35-minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.

Kensington Live Market Data

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Active Listings

50

Median Asking Price

$690K

Median $/Sqft

$814

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

4

Price Reduced

14%

Sold (30 Days)

5

Median Sale Price

$620K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/26/26, 11:18 PM EST

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Location

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40 Tehama Street #6-F, Kensington, Kings County • Near Chester Avenue/Dahill Road

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
6
Floors
75
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $2,977,200
Land Value: $148,050
Exemptions: $24,880

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

Lot Area: 18,750 SF
Building Area: 98,604 SF
Built FAR: 5.26
Allowed FAR: 1.5

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 $943 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1955, making it approximately 71 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.

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: RLS10074073
First Listed: 10/1/2013
Price Changed: 7/1/2020
Closed: 1/22/2014
Contract Date: 6/25/2020

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Clare Saliba

Listing Contact: (917) 407-8528

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