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SOLD FOR $2,895,000

· Closed March 26, 2015

31 SCHERMERHORN Street #1
Closed For Sale Condo

$2,895,000

$1,081 per sq ft

31 SCHERMERHORN Street #1

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

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MLS® #RLS10466267

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

4

Baths

2,679

Sq. Ft.

N/A

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 4
Living Area 2,679 sq ft
Year Built N/A
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $600/mo
Property Taxes $16,824/yr
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • New Construction: Brand new building

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 7
Baths null Full
Pets Yes
Living Area 2,679 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 00268-1001

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 21, 2014 $3,200,000 -
Currently May 1, 2026 $2,895,000 -9.5%

Description

Unique opportunity for Brooklyn Heights living in a beautifully restored brownstone that has been renovated to match today's modern technology with top of the line finishes that blend with old world elegance. Located a stone's throw from all subway access to Manhattan, a few blocks to Trader Joe's, shopping, dining and a movie theater. The amazing parlor floor has 11 foot ceilings with crown moldings, medallions, beautiful woodwork and is flooded with light. Oversized, front windowed kitchen has Soleil tiles, stainless steel double sink, abundance of storage cabinets, top-of-the-line appliances: Wolf, Sub-Zero and Miele, and Vermont soapstone counters.

There is a powder room and open area dining space, then the original mahogany double doors leading to the formal living room. Elegance is reflected by a spectacular carved white marble wood burning fireplace and double French doors out to a deck and also down to the garden.

The garden floor has the spacious master en-suite with glass sliding doors to the garden, wbfp, and walk-in closets. Gleaming, marble-tiled bathroom has double sink vanity with separate soaking tub, glass enclosed shower and polished chrome fixtures. There is a second en-suite bedroom and bath.

Lowest level has two large rooms for possible rec room and library or den. There is also a storage room, bathroom and mechanical room plus laundry area and access via stairs up to the garden. You will enjoy the large private garden for dining and relaxing. The offering plan CD130135 is available from the sponsor. Showing by private appointment only.

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $600/mo
RE Taxes $16,824/yr ($1,402/mo)
Original Price $3,200,000
Sale Price $2,895,000
Previous Price $3,200,000

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

77

Median Asking Price

$2.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,724

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

14

Price Reduced

21%

Sold (30 Days)

12

Median Sale Price

$1.57M

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31 SCHERMERHORN Street #1, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1899
Year Built
127 years old
5
Floors
2
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Condominiums Historic District: Brooklyn Heights Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $671,850
Land Value: $222,300
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 1,599 SF
Building Area: 5,514 SF
Built FAR: 3.45
Allowed FAR: 2.43

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 $600 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $16,824, or roughly $1,402 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 2,679 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

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 $2,895,000 for 2,679 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,081. 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: RLS10466267
First Listed: 6/21/2014
Price Changed: 5/12/2017
Closed: 3/26/2015
Contract Date: 6/20/2014

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Phyllis NORTON-TOWERS

Listing Contact: (347) 451-3003

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