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SOLD FOR $1,700,000

Listed at $1,500,000 · Sold 13.3% above asking · Closed May 23, 2019

70 REMSEN Street #3GH
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,500,000

$1,195 per sq ft

70 REMSEN Street #3GH

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

The Remsen

MLS® #RLS10527920

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,255

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,255 sq ft
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,779/mo
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights
Floor 3 of 11

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 3 of 11
Exposure South,West
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street HICKS STREET and HENRY STREET
Year Built 1928
Living Area 1,255 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 00253-0057-00070-000-00003GH

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 30, 2019 $1,500,000 -
Currently Apr 27, 2026 $1,500,000 -

Description

Welcome to The Remsen. We invite you to step through your very own foyer and into this masterfully renovated, sun drenched, 2 bedroom 2 bath home complete with home office. 3GH is a stunning and spacious home perched on the third floor with South and South-West corner views. With enough wall space for your art collection it's no wonder the current residents of this beautiful home have a collection to rival most galleries with works of art from; Iran do Espirito Santo, Roni Horn, Jochen Lempertz, Freidrich Kunath, Joseph Beuys, and Erin Shirreff ; and that is just to name a few.The living area feels grand with beautiful vaulted ceilings, two oversized windows overlooking Grace Court Alley, views of Grace Church, wide open sky and provides plenty of room for entertaining. There is an office just off the living room with French doors allowing plenty of light to fill the space and treetop views. This room can also double as a playroom or perfect for a quaint library to display your book collection. During the renovations they added brand new wide plank white oak flooring and added sound insulation underneath.The modern, open kitchen featuring a stylish custom Carrera marble peninsula with seating for two and an open range, stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, and plenty of smartly designed kitchen cabinet storageBoth the master and secondary bedrooms have ample room for a king sized bed, seating area, dressing table and even have custom built in closets.Each has its own fully renovated windowed bath with mosaic tiles and custom fixtures by Renovation Hardware. By simply moving the bedroom door you can make either a beautiful master bedroom with an en-suite master bathroom. Each bedroom is located on the opposite wing of the apartment and both are peaceful and serene with oversized windows.*All utilities are included in the maintenance fee.Maintenance $1897.00/monthReal Estate Tax $882.00/month About The Remsen:The Remsen is a grand 1929 building whose distinctive facade often attracts the gaze of neighborhood tour groups. The ornate hand carvings in the lobby have been lovingly maintained and the building mechanicals are in immaculate condition. This pet friendly building is staffed with a full time superintendent and 24/7 attended lobby. There is a bike room and laundry room. This prime location is one block from the famed Promenade, close to the new Brooklyn Bridge Park, and near the shops, restaurants and transportation of Brooklyn Heights. Utilities included in the maintenance! About The Neighborhood:The Remsen, situated a stone's throw from bustling Montague Street, overlooking historic Grace Court Alley, close to the waterfront, Dog Park, the marina, One Brooklyn Bridge Park, Van Voorhees Playground, Brooklyn Bridge Park Greenway, and South Brooklyn Ferry. For all of the restaurant lovers our there Atlantic Avenue is filled with restaurants, shops, bars and the water front; Monteros, Table 87, Long Island Bar, Chez Moi, Pinto, Iron Chef House, Harrys End wine bar, Fornino at pier 6, just to name a few. Gyms; Equinox Brooklyn, Dodge YMCA, New York Sports Club, Planet Fitness, Trains:Close to the Borough Hall 4/5 and 2/3, Court Street R, Jay St MetroTech A/C/F

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,779/mo
Sale Price $1,700,000

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

73

Median Asking Price

$2.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,733

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

6

Price Reduced

22%

Sold (30 Days)

12

Median Sale Price

$1.84M

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70 REMSEN Street #3GH, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County • Near HICKS STREET and HENRY STREET

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1929
Year Built
97 years old
10
Floors
103
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Brooklyn Heights Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $7,866,450
Land Value: $389,250
Exemptions: $111,371

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

Lot Area: 9,600 SF
Building Area: 66,500 SF
Built FAR: 6.93
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 $2,779 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,255 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1928, making it approximately 98 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.

At the current list price of $1,500,000 for 1,255 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,195. 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: RLS10527920
First Listed: 1/30/2019
Closed: 5/23/2019
Contract Date: 1/21/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Sephrah Towbin

Listing Contact: (718) 637-3916

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