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SOLD FOR $430,000

· Closed November 18, 2022

811 Cortelyou Road #2-D
Closed For Sale Co-op

$430,000

$538 per sq ft

811 Cortelyou Road #2-D

Kensington, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10835766

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

800

Sq. Ft.

1942

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 800 sq ft
Year Built 1942
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $700/mo
Neighborhood Kensington
Floor 2 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 6
View City
Exposure South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street East 8th Street/East 9th Street
Year Built 1942
Living Area 800 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 5377/43

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 22, 2022 $430,000 -
Price Reduced Nov 18, 2022 $450,000 +4.7%

Description

Residence 2D at 811 Cortelyou Road is an oversized, move-in ready prewar home with exceptionally low monthly maintenance in a highly sought after prewar coop perfectly located on the Ditmas Park/Kensington border. Enter the sprawling, 800 square foot home to find an open kitchen & dining area that flows seamlessly into the massive living room. The kitchen features full size stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry with ample storage and new countertops. Built-in shelving frames the room which can also be used as a large dining room. Stepping into the enormous, 20 foot deep living room, you'll find a perfectly symmetrical space easily large enough to accommodate all of your entertaining needs with additional room for a work from home setup should you need one. Two West-facing windows with views out onto the trees provide substantial sunlight while making the space feel even larger than it is. Down the hall lies the sparkling tiled bathroom with full tub and the oversized bedroom with two exposures and three windows facing West and South. This special home additionally features three large closets including a walk-in, hardwood floors throughout, excellent light and exceptional value. 811 Cortelyou Road is conveniently located on the Ditmas Park/Kensington border. The Q and F subways are a quick walk while local shopping and dining options - including the Cortelyou Road Farmer's Market - abound. The building has a quintessential prewar lobby with a Butterfly MX Video Intercom system, storage available for rent, bike storage, laundry, full-time porter, live-in super and elevators.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Stories 6
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $700/mo
Sale Price $430,000
Previous Price $450,000

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

51

Median Asking Price

$699K

Median $/Sqft

$814

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

6

Price Reduced

14%

Sold (30 Days)

6

Median Sale Price

$620K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/22/26, 1:30 PM EST

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Location

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811 Cortelyou Road #2-D, Kensington, Kings County • Near East 8th Street/East 9th Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1941
Year Built
85 years old
6
Floors
84
Residential Units
R7B
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $3,098,700
Land Value: $175,500
Exemptions: $59,165

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

Lot Area: 20,000 SF
Building Area: 96,000 SF
Built FAR: 4.8
Allowed FAR: 3

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 $700 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 800 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1942, making it approximately 84 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 $430,000 for 800 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $538. 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: RLS10835766
First Listed: 4/22/2022
Price Changed: 11/18/2022
Closed: 11/18/2022
Contract Date: 4/22/2022

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Jamie Fedorko

Listing Contact: (917) 969-5773

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