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SOLD FOR $780,000

· Closed September 23, 2022

39 REMSEN Street #1EF
Closed For Sale Co-op

$780,000

39 REMSEN Street #1EF

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10797843

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

2

Bedrooms

1.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1880

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Lot Size 5,000 sq ft
Year Built 1880
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,325/mo
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights
Floor 1 of 4

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1880)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 1 of 4
Pets Yes
Year Built 1880
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 5,000 sq ft
Parcel # 00247-0009-00039-000-00001EF

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 14, 2021 $899,000 -
Currently Jun 9, 2026 $780,000 -13.2%

Description

Conveniently located on the first floor in a charming Brooklyn Heights cooperative, Apt. 1EF offers 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and approx. 11' ceilings. The kitchen and living/dining area boast an open floorplan with new hardwood flooring and space for a kitchen table and living room furniture. The kitchen features a Bosch dishwasher, LG refrigerator, abundance of cabinet space with under-cabinet lighting, and a wide countertop that can be used as a breakfast bar. A half bath is adjacent to the living/dining area. The primary bedroom features original hardwood flooring, a decorative fireplace with a wooden mantle, large windows, and wood-paneled closet doors. The second bedroom is also highlighted with the original hardwood flooring, a large closet with overhead storage, a window, and a shelving unit built into a decorative fireplace. The full-sized bath has been recently renovated and features a double marble vanity, tiled rain shower, large window, and a closet with overhead storage. Rounding out this home is a vented LG washer/dryer conveniently located between both bedrooms. Located on one of Brooklyn Heights most coveted, tree-lined block, 39 Remsen Street is perfectly situated to everything Brooklyn Heights has to offer. Close proximity to Brooklyn Promenade, Brooklyn Bridge Park, shopping, restaurants and many convenient transportation options.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 16
Stories 4
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,325/mo
Original Price $899,000
Sale Price $780,000
Previous Price $899,000

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

81

Median Asking Price

$1.90M

Median $/Sqft

$1,718

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

6

Price Reduced

21%

Sold (30 Days)

7

Median Sale Price

$1.90M

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Location

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39 REMSEN Street #1EF, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1899
Year Built
127 years old
4
Floors
15
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments Historic District: Brooklyn Heights Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $2,173,050
Land Value: $247,500
Exemptions: $6,560

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

Lot Area: 5,000 SF
Building Area: 17,600 SF
Built FAR: 3.52
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 monthly maintenance are $2,325 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

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

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1880, making it approximately 146 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10797843
First Listed: 9/14/2021
Price Changed: 9/23/2022
Closed: 9/23/2022
Contract Date: 9/14/2021

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Karen Heyman

Listing Contact: (212) 810-4990

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