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SOLD FOR $860,000

· Closed October 16, 2014

78 STATE Street #2
Closed For Sale Co-op

$860,000

78 STATE Street #2

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

78 STATE STREET OWNERS CORP.

MLS® #RLS10050037

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1848

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1848
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $584/mo
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1848)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths null Full
Exposure North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Hicks Street & Willow Place
Year Built 1848 (New)
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 00274-0031-00078-000-0000002

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 3, 2012 $850,000 -
Currently May 3, 2026 $860,000 +1.2%

Description

Come home to the epitome of style, efficiency, location & history in prime Brooklyn Heights! This wonderful light-filled 2 bedroom, 1 bath coop w a PRIVATE TERRACE (made of Ipe-the gold standard of decks!), is perfect for socializing and gardening, and offers the picky buyer the best of everything. Located in a charming 1840s Federal-style townhouse, just one flight up, this wonderfully designed home has been outfitted with the highest quality chefs kitchen, accompanied by perfectly restored details including a marble wood-burning fireplace, crown moldings, wood shutters, gleaming hardwood floors, oversized windows, tin ceilings, French doors, and dramatic extra-high ceilings. Every inch of the kitchen has been masterfully designed and includes custom floor-to-ceiling white and gray wood cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, Ann Sachs subway-tile backsplash, a custom paneled Sub Zero fridge with 2 freezer drawers, a Bosch dishwasher, a Gaggenau cooktop and a Miele range. Complimentary gray Caesarstone counters and cabinetry add more storage and counterspace. A stylish white subway-tiled bathroom features a Toto Washlit toilet as well as a Bosch washer and dryer. The spacious deck allows for BBQing, and comes complete with peaceful green views overlooking the treetops and backyards of the Heights. The master bedroom offers excellent storage, and dont miss the sleek media, desk and filing systems built in throughout the apartment, maximizing every last inch of the space. Apartment Features: North exposure, South exposure, Wood-burning fireplace, Terrace, Full garden view, Prewar detail, Floors - hardwood, Light - excellent, Windows - oversized, Windows - new, Modern kitchen, Storage space, Great closet space, Washer/dryer, Dishwasher Building Features:

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $584/mo
Original Price $850,000

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

13

Price Reduced

21%

Sold (30 Days)

11

Median Sale Price

$1.57M

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78 STATE Street #2, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County • Near Hicks Street & Willow Place

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1848
Year Built
178 years old
3
Floors
3
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments Historic District: Brooklyn Heights Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $182,400
Land Value: $30,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,500 SF
Building Area: 4,400 SF
Built FAR: 1.76
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 $584 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1848, making it approximately 178 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: RLS10050037
First Listed: 10/3/2012
Closed: 10/16/2014

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Deborah L Rieders

Listing Contact: (917) 494-2503

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