SOLD FOR $472,000
· Closed November 7, 2016
811 Cortelyou Road #5-N
MLS® #RLS10070688
Listing by RealDirect Brokerage Services
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
900
Sq. Ft.
1942
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: South facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1942)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 18, 2016 | $472,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Nov 7, 2016 | $485,000 | +2.8% |
Description
Sunny Junior 4 on Cortelyou Road
This sunny, high-floor, one to two bedroom conversion is in a beautifully maintained pre-war on Cortelyou Road, one of the area's few dog-friendly buildings.
Entry hall and large versatile foyer flow into a spacious living room with arched doorway, 9 foot ceilings, and two south-facing windows. The galley-style kitchen flows into a sunny dining room, fitted with custom-made benches (extra storage below). The master bedroom is amply sized and includes within it a second windowed room, perfect for nursery, home office, or den. Enjoy five large closets (one overhead), decorative arches, original hardwood flooring, crown molding, charming vintage bathroom, and pre-war details throughout.
Find yourself right in the middle of a bustling Ditmas Park, minutes from Cortelyou Road's amenities - restaurants, bars, shops, yoga, farm markets, organic groceries, seriously good coffee, wine stores, playgrounds, community...
Close the Q and (soon to be express)F trains, as well as express buses to Manhattan & downtown Brooklyn. B,M, 1,2,3&4.and the B103. 25 minute commute into Manhattan.
Co-op has a vibrant, active, and responsive board. Building amenities include laundry, basement storage, bike storage, children's playroom, a community garden, a full-time porter, and live-in super. Recent building improvements include an updated Art Deco lobby, new elevators, and fresh painted hallways. Subletting allowed for 3 years with board approval. A really unique opportunity in one of the most sought-after buildings in the neighborhood.
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About Kensington
View All Kensington ListingsKensington 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
View NeighborhoodActive 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, 3:44 PM EST
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811 Cortelyou Road #5-N, Kensington, Kings County • Near East 8th Street/East 9th Street
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $833 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 900 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 $472,000 for 900 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $524. 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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