SOLD FOR $2,100,000
· Closed September 1, 2022
856 St Johns Place
MLS® #RLS10799196
Listing by Compass
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Baths
2,220
Sq. Ft.
1901
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1901)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 1, 2022 | $2,100,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Sep 2, 2022 | $2,195,000 | +4.5% |
Description
Serenity and peace await you in this magnificently restored Crown Heights beauty! 856 Saint Johns Place is an enchanting single-family townhome offering three gracious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms on three floors. This stunning home has been meticulously renovated and maintained to showcase its spectacular pre-war details while keeping modern living in mind. With an ornate decorative fireplace on every floor and carefully restored original details throughout, the entire home is a feast for the eyes! Up the main stoop is a vestibule entry to the elegant parlor floor presenting a living room with soaring high ceilings, beautiful wide-plank floors, a grand pier mirror, and pocket doors leading to an additional sun-drenched living area. Use this room as an extra entertaining space, home office, or closed off as a spacious bedroom with a convenient ensuite half-bath. The beautiful pre-war detailing continues up the skylit staircase where you will find a full bath, two spacious bedrooms and a den. The gorgeous front bedroom is bright and airy and features a decorative fireplace, a generous closet, and large curved windows bringing in tons of sunlight and providing charming urban views of St. Johns Place. Downstairs, the garden level is made for entertaining! This floor offers a gorgeous dining room with built-ins providing tons of storage and it's own decorative fireplace. Through the extra-large walk-in pantry is a kitchen made for a chef! This contemporary space has the perfect layout and is equipped with stainless steel appliances, sprawling wood counters, beautiful glass tile backsplash, a tin ceiling with ornate detailing, and a full bath. From the kitchen, walk directly outside to the home's private garden oasis! This enchanting extra-deep backyard has multiple seating areas and is surrounded by luscious flowerbeds, raised planters, walls of ivy, and a raised entertainment area ready for summertime al fresco dining! This space is truly made for outdoor living! Lastly, the basement is wide-open with a washer-dryer and ample space for storage, a home workshop, or a project area that is perfect for the DIYer or hobbiest! 856 St. Johns Place is the jewel of the block and is nestled within Crown Heights' scenic North Historic District. Conveniently located right off Nostrand Avenue, there is great transportation, local shops and hip restaurants in every direction including Two Saints, Ursula, Lula Bird, and Agi's Counter. You are also moments from some of Brooklyn's cultural centerpieces including Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Museum, the Brooklyn Botanical Garden, and the Brooklyn Children's Museum. Make this truly special piece of Brooklyn history your home today!
Features & Amenities
Exterior Features
Building Information
About Crown Heights
View All Crown Heights ListingsCrown Heights is a dynamic and architecturally rich neighborhood in central Brooklyn. Famous for its grand boulevards and impressive collection of pre-war apartment buildings and brownstones, the area offers a sense of scale and history. Residents enjoy proximity to the Brooklyn Museum, the Botanic Garden, and a active restaurant scene along Franklin and Nostrand Avenues, making it a popular choice for those seeking space and culture.
Crown Heights Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
90
Median Asking Price
$1.61M
Median $/Sqft
$990
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
5
Price Reduced
22%
Sold (30 Days)
2
Median Sale Price
$1.31M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/18/26, 4:29 AM EST
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856 St Johns Place, Crown Heights, Kings County • Near Nostrand Avenue/New York Avenue
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.
The listed interior living area is 2,220 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1901, making it approximately 125 years old.
Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $2,100,000 for 2,220 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $946. 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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