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SOLD FOR $579,000

· Closed April 29, 2019

546 40TH Street #J
Closed For Sale Co-op

$579,000

$827 per sq ft

546 40TH Street #J

Sunset Park, Brooklyn

Florence

MLS® #RLS10520038

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

700

Sq. Ft.

1920

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 700 sq ft
Year Built 1920
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $535/mo
Neighborhood Sunset Park

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 1 Full
Exposure South,West
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street 5th Avenue & 6th Avenue
Year Built 1920
Living Area 700 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 00917-0023-00546-000-000000J

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 17, 2018 $589,000 -
Currently May 3, 2026 $579,000 -1.7%

Description

Quintessential pre-war co-op in Sunset Park at The Florence. This lovely 2 bedroom, 1 bath home is located on the 3rd floor of a 16 unit walk-up building at 546 40th Street, a short stroll from the Park. Gorgeous detail throughout includes original hardwood floors with mahogany inlaid borders in pristine condition, wood moldings and doors, exposed brick, 9'4" ceilings, and a built-in glass-front cabinet in the dining area. The current owner has installed additional custom built-in cabinets throughout, creatively providing an abundance of storage. The kitchen has been gut renovated, with ample solid wood cabinetry, Silestone counters, stainless appliances, breakfast bar, and a pass-through window to the living room. The self-managed co-op is 100% owner-occupied (no subletting allowed), and pet friendly. The immaculate building's amenities include a common laundry room, shared rear patio area, private storage closet and bike room in the basement, all included in the low $535/month maintenance. 546 40th Street is conveniently located just around the corner from Sunset Park, and a few blocks to the N, R and D trains. The new Industry City with shops and eateries galore is just a 10 minute walk. Come see what all the buzz is about in this dynamic neighborhood.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $535/mo
Original Price $589,000
Sale Price $579,000

Sunset Park features four landmarked historic districts of Italianate, Neo-Grec, and Romanesque Revival brick and brownstone rowhouses climbing the hillside between Fourth and Eighth Avenues in western Brooklyn. The namesake hilltop park offers panoramic Manhattan skyline views and a 1936 neoclassical public pool, while the commercial corridors along Fifth Avenue and Eighth Avenue anchor the neighborhood. The D train at Ninth Avenue, N/R at 36th-45th-53rd Streets provide multiple subway connections to Manhattan.

Sunset Park Live Market Data

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Active Listings

5

Median Asking Price

$620K

Median $/Sqft

$655

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

0

Price Reduced

0%

Sold (30 Days)

2

Median Sale Price

$855K

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Location

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546 40TH Street #J, Sunset Park, Kings County • Near 5th Avenue & 6th Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
4
Floors
16
Residential Units
R6A
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $693,450
Land Value: $18,450
Exemptions: $43,408

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

Lot Area: 5,008 SF
Building Area: 14,072 SF
Built FAR: 2.81
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 monthly maintenance are $535 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 700 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1920, making it approximately 106 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 $579,000 for 700 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $827. 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: RLS10520038
First Listed: 10/17/2018
Closed: 4/29/2019
Contract Date: 10/11/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - John Wescott

Listing Contact: (718) 832-4158

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