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47 REMSEN Street #5
Closed For Sale Co-op

$733,000

47 REMSEN Street #5

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

47 REMSEN HOUSING CORP.

MLS® #RLS10044327

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1900

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1900
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,159/mo
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1900)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths null Full
Exposure East,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street Hicks Street / Montague Terrace
Year Built 1900 (New)
Architectural Style Prewar

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 3, 2012 $825,000 -
Price Reduced Jul 12, 2013 $775,000 -6.1%
Currently May 4, 2026 $733,000 -5.4%

Description

Update this two bedroom, one bath apartment to your own taste and create the perfect home. This rarely available, sun-drenched and airy apartment is situated atop a brownstone on one of Brooklyn Heights most picturesque and coveted blocks. Features include a fireplace, hard wood floors , separate dining alcove, (WHICH COULD BECOME A THIRD BEDROOM, see page 2 of floorplan), high ceilings, and plenty of light from two skylights and north & south exposures. Building features basement storage and laundry. Besides the Promenade, your new home is just steps from the new waterfront park, the thriving restaurants & night life of Montague Street, Atlantic Ave, Court & Smith Streets and close to all major subway lines. Apartment Features: East exposure, West exposure, Wood-burning fireplace, Roof rights Building Features: Common storage, Central laundry room

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,159/mo
Original Price $825,000
Previous Price $775,000

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

11

Price Reduced

21%

Sold (30 Days)

10

Median Sale Price

$1.35M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 11:03 AM EST

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47 REMSEN Street #5, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County • Near Hicks Street / Montague Terrace

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1879
Year Built
147 years old
4
Floors
5
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments Historic District: Brooklyn Heights Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,120,050
Land Value: $14,400
Exemptions: $2,290

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

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 5,000 SF
Built FAR: 2.5
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 $1,159 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

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

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: RLS10044327
First Listed: 10/3/2012
Price Changed: 7/12/2013
Closed: 7/12/2013
Contract Date: 6/14/2012

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Michael Coleman

Listing Contact: (917) 513-4440

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