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SOLD FOR $2,410,000

· Closed December 30, 2021

253 84th Street

$2,410,000

$491 per sq ft

253 84th Street

Bay Ridge, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10711286

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

5

Bedrooms

4

Baths

4,905

Sq. Ft.

1905

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4
Living Area 4,905 sq ft
Year Built 1905
Neighborhood Bay Ridge

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 14
Baths 4 Full
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Pets Yes
Cross Street Ridge Boulevard/3rd Avenue
Year Built 1905
Living Area 4,905 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 06016-0054
Block/Lot 6016/54

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 14, 2021 $2,410,000 -
Price Reduced Jan 20, 2022 $2,698,000 +12.0%

Description

Your personal oasis! ALL SHOWINGS INCLUDING OPEN HOUSES ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Sunlight streams through this stunning 1905 built, fully renovated, grand Dutch Colonial home located in the heart of one of Brooklyn's most vibrant neighborhoods, Bay Ridge. Brooklyn has many special neighborhoods and wonderful houses, but there is something particularly unique about 253 84th Street in Bay Ridge. A home with great privacy affording unusual tranquility in a busy city. Currently used as a three family house, with a gorgeous parlor floor and beautifully finished basement, the possibilities are endless. It can easily be converted into a magnificent one family, or keep one or two units for rental income. The lower level could also be rented as an AirBNB. There are so many possibilities for the next owners of this extraordinary property. The parlor floor has soaring ceiling heights with a grand entryway that leads into the expansive formal living room featuring a working fireplace adjoining a large wrap-around sun porch. There is an extra large primary bedroom with a luxurious bathroom on this floor, complete with a spacious walk-in shower. Adjoining the living room, is a spacious windowed dining room and from there is a chic, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, and a separate second dining area. The kitchen leads to a great, sumptuous backyard with additional perennial gardens on all sides. A highlight is the heated in-ground saltwater swimming pool, perfect to enjoy with family and friends! This home truly offers the lifestyle you have been dreaming of, and located just 30 minutes from Manhattan! There are two rental apartments above with a wide footprint, each with 2 bedrooms and one bathroom, as well as separate living and dining rooms. Each is move-in ready with modern appliances. With excellent light and expansive views of New York, these floors have warm hardwood flooring and ideal open concept layouts with large bay windows and lots of closet space. There is even a balcony in the apartment on the floor above the parlor floor. The renovated lower level of the house has a separate entrance with a full kitchen and bathroom, as well as a second living area and lovely built-in bar. This level would be great for guests or for use as an AirBNB, with versatility for multiple other uses. This is a unique house on a beautiful block in spectacular Bay Ridge and just a short distance to the R train and the Express buses to Manhattan. Nearby is picturesque Shore Road Park with its miles of walking and bike paths, as is the convenient access to 3rd Avenue's extensive shopping and amenities. You'll find dozens of restaurants like acclaimed Baci, Cebu, Elia, and Tanoreen just around the corner, along with Brooklyn Harvest supermarket right there as well. You'll find this house offers the elegance of a stately home combined with the walkability that is so desirable in a city. 253 84th Street is a must see. Showing by appointment only.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Fireplace

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Building Information

Bay Ridge is a historic neighborhood in Southwest Brooklyn with views of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and New York Harbor. Commercial corridors along 3rd and 5th Avenues run through the area, and the housing stock includes historic row houses, pre-war cooperatives, and modern condominiums, with Shore Road Park and the waterfront promenade to the west.

Bay Ridge Live Market Data

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Active Listings

32

Median Asking Price

$1.25M

Median $/Sqft

$614

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

0

Price Reduced

34%

Sold (30 Days)

2

Median Sale Price

$509K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/2/26, 6:36 AM EST

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Location

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253 84th Street, Bay Ridge, Kings County • Near Ridge Boulevard/3rd Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1905
Year Built
121 years old
2
Floors
3
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $119,460
Land Value: $39,240
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 6,000 SF
Building Area: 3,364 SF
Built FAR: 0.56
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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

This property has 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 4,905 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1905, making it approximately 121 years old.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $2,410,000 for 4,905 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $491. 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: RLS10711286
First Listed: 4/14/2021
Price Changed: 1/20/2022
Closed: 12/30/2021
Contract Date: 4/14/2021

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Scott Klein

Listing Contact: (347) 423-9483

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