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SOLD FOR $1,730,000

· Closed May 26, 2023

85 1st Place #3
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,730,000

85 1st Place #3

Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10850298

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

1.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1900

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Year Built 1900
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $400/mo
Property Taxes $1,572/yr
Neighborhood Carroll Gardens
Floor 3 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1900)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 5
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 3 of 5
Pets Yes
Cross Street Court Street/Clinton Street
Year Built 1900
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 00356-1003
Block/Lot 356/7501

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 6, 2023 $1,730,000 -
Price Reduced May 26, 2023 $1,750,000 +1.2%

Description

Located in the heart of Carroll Gardens on picturesque tree-lined 1st place. This floor-through condo is on the parlor floor of a grand 25-foot wide brownstone. Completely renovated by the designer-owner this apartment has been thoughtfully reimagined and updated. Configured as a 2 bedroom plus home office with 1.5 renovated bathrooms offering incredible scale and luxury finishes. The renovated kitchen features high-end appliances featuring a beautiful Hallman range. Two large windows fill the room with light, and a large Dekton countertop offers abundant space for cooking and entertaining. Open to the spacious living room with 11-foot ceilings and a stunning antique Pier Mirror. This upgraded home also features a large primary bathroom with a deep soaking tub and a full-size Miele washer/dryer. There is also a stylish powder room for guests. Tucked away overlooking the backyard gardens is a second bedroom offering incredible storage and lush views. The primary bedroom maintains beautiful original details including a marble fireplace, crown moldings, and two large windows offering views of historic Carroll Gardens. There is also an adjacent room providing the perfect setting for a nursery or home office. There is also a large storage space in the basement, along with a section of the basement that offers bike storage. The 5-unit self-managed condo offers low taxes and carrying costs and is fully owner-occupied. Pets are also allowed. Close to some of the best restaurants in Brooklyn along Court and Smith Street and just two blocks from the F/G trains.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $400/mo
RE Taxes $1,572/yr ($131/mo)
Sale Price $1,730,000
Previous Price $1,750,000

Carroll Gardens is defined by its deep front gardens and long-standing bakeries and restaurants along Court and Smith Streets. The real estate market features wide historic brownstones alongside new construction condominiums that maintain the low-rise building scale.

Carroll Gardens Live Market Data

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Active Listings

32

Median Asking Price

$2.00M

Median $/Sqft

$1,352

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

2

Price Reduced

13%

Sold (30 Days)

9

Median Sale Price

$3.12M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/3/26, 7:38 AM EST

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85 1st Place #3, Carroll Gardens, Kings County • Near Court Street/Clinton Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1900
Year Built
126 years old
5
Floors
5
Residential Units
R6A
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $2,038,500
Land Value: $33,750
Exemptions: $4,580

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

Lot Area: 2,500 SF
Building Area: 6,080 SF
Built FAR: 2.43
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 common charges are $400 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $1,572, or roughly $131 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1900, making it approximately 126 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.

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: RLS10850298
First Listed: 3/6/2023
Price Changed: 5/26/2023
Closed: 5/26/2023
Contract Date: 3/6/2023

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Amanda McAvena

Listing Contact: (614) 364-2123

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