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SOLD FOR $1,450,000

· Closed October 16, 2014

166 MONTAGUE Street #5C
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,450,000

$1,190 per sq ft

166 MONTAGUE Street #5C

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

FRANKLIN TRUST

MLS® #RLS10035559

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,218

Sq. Ft.

1892

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,218 sq ft
Year Built 1892
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,022/mo
Property Taxes $13,008/yr
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1892)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths null Full
Pets Yes
Cross Street Clinton Street
Year Built 1892
Living Area 1,218 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 00249-1116

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 1, 2012 $1,499,000 -
Currently May 3, 2026 $1,450,000 -3.3%

Description

SPONSOR SALE: Gracious 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with a wood burning fireplace, private large balcony, windowed kitchen, and three exposures in intimate condo building. The gourmet chef's kitchen features Viking Designer Series gas range with vented hood, a large bottom freezer refrigerator, built-in microwave, dishwasher, and a Sub-Zero wine refrigerator. Counters are white CaesarStone and cabinetry is Italian wood and glass. The guest bathroom has a full tub while the master has a large spa shower and double sinks. Both bathrooms have floor to ceiling porcelain tile, polished marble counter tops, Italian wood vanities with storage, and heated towel warmers. Each apartment in the building has it's own vented LG Steam Washer/Dryer.

Originally built in 1892, The Franklin Trust Tower at 166 Montague Street is a gorgeous landmark in the heart of Brooklyn Heights. This Romanesque Revival masterpiece of a building boasts a red limestone base, intricate terra cotta, stone engravings, a tiled Mansard roof and beautiful cornices. Despite the large appearance of the building, it has been wonderfully renovated into only 24 luxury loft apartments. Ceiling heights range from 10 to 17 feet. This prime Brooklyn Heights location couldn't be better, just a few short blocks from the famous Promenade and Cadman Plaza parks. Transportation couldn't be easier with the R, 2/3, and 4/5 within a 2 block radius, and both the F and A/C only a few more blocks away. This intimate building has a part-time doorman as well as a cyber doorman the remainder of the time. The building has a great fitness room and a phenomenal roof deck with views to Manhattan. Storage available. Photos are of Model Unit (same floorplan and finishes except for paint color). The complete offering terms are in an offering plan available from sponsor. File No. CD070704.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,022/mo
RE Taxes $13,008/yr ($1,084/mo)
Original Price $1,499,000

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

76

Median Asking Price

$2.48M

Median $/Sqft

$1,718

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

13

Price Reduced

21%

Sold (30 Days)

11

Median Sale Price

$1.57M

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166 MONTAGUE Street #5C, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County • Near Clinton Street

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1891
Year Built
135 years old
10
Floors
23
Residential Units
C5-2A
Zoning District
Condominiums Historic District: Brooklyn Heights Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $6,300,180
Land Value: $900,000
Exemptions: $61,396

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

Lot Area: 5,250 SF
Building Area: 37,628 SF
Built FAR: 7.17
Allowed FAR: 10

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 $1,022 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $13,008, or roughly $1,084 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,218 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1892, making it approximately 134 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 $1,450,000 for 1,218 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,190. 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: RLS10035559
First Listed: 11/1/2012
Closed: 10/16/2014
Contract Date: 5/10/2012

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Richard V. Hamilton

Listing Contact: (347) 515-6726

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