SOLD FOR $2,400,000
· Closed June 28, 2018
661 Humboldt Street
MLS® #RLS10081320
Listing by Compass
5
Bedrooms
3
Baths
2,601
Sq. Ft.
1901
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Outdoor Space: Building Patio, Patio
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1901)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 12, 2018 | $2,400,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Jul 13, 2018 | $1,995,000 | -16.9% |
Description
As featured in the New York Times Real Estate Section on April 21, 2018. Welcome to 661 Humboldt Street, a thoughtfully renovated two-family townhouse on a tree-lined block in the heart of Greenpoint, just around the corner from McGolrick Park. The home sits on an extra long, 142 foot deep lot, and has been updated to offer 2,600 square feet of indoor living space, with additional buildable rights. Enjoy this rare opportunity to own a private park with over 1,500 square feet of beautiful backyard! Built circa 1900, the home has been reimagined to combine modern and pre-war finishes, stainless steel appliances, central heat and air, original hardwood floors, exposed brick, tin ceilings, and a gas fireplace. Relax and entertain in your lovingly landscaped backyard garden oasis, complete with a greenhouse, woodworking shed, bench swing, covered patio, and more - a unique find! Inside the 1,734 square foot owner?s duplex you?ll find three-bedrooms, an open concept kitchen/living/dining space, a home office, and two and a half bathrooms. The spacious and sunny kitchen looks out over your garden, easily accessible through sliding glass doors. Enjoy your morning coffee or tea on the back patio and pick herbs and flowers for the day. As you walk into the spacious living and dining area, you will be enchanted by the light streaming in from large windows facing East. The office/guest-room, powder room and laundry area complete the first floor space. On the second floor, you?ll find three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The sun-drenched master suite boasts tin ceilings, exposed brick, garden views, a large walk-in closet, and a customized master bathroom with a double vanity, two rainfall shower heads, a soaking tub and radiant flooring. The 867 square foot rental unit provides guaranteed rental income, with a bright and airy duplex-feel. The apartment is conveniently laid out to include two bedrooms, an open living and dining area, home-office and bathroom, with natural light pouring in through two large skylights. You will generate substantial rental income or easily combine this apartment with the owner's duplex for a large single family home ? the choice is yours. You are within a few blocks of some of the neighborhood's best restaurants, bars, music venues, parks, playgrounds and schools, including: Five Leaves, Cherry Point, Selamat Pagi, Café Grumpy, Woops! BakeShop, Brooklyn Bowl, Spritzenhaus, McGolrick Park & McCarren Park Farmer?s Markets, McCarren Park Pool, and much more - with new shops and restaurants popping up every month. This is a rare opportunity to own a well-maintained and move-in ready two-family home in Greenpoint. Come see for yourself!
Features & Amenities
Exterior Features
Building Information
About Greenpoint
View All Greenpoint ListingsGreenpoint is a neighborhood that perfectly balances its industrial heritage with a modern, creative spirit. Known for its stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and its rich industrial heritage, the area has become a premier destination for luxury living. The real estate landscape features a mix of historic multi-family homes, converted factory lofts, and a new wave of high-end glass towers along the East River waterfront.
Greenpoint Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
68
Median Asking Price
$1.90M
Median $/Sqft
$1,485
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
6
Price Reduced
24%
Sold (30 Days)
9
Median Sale Price
$1.07M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 6/2/26, 1:54 AM EST
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661 Humboldt Street, Greenpoint, Kings County • Near Driggs Avenue/Nassau Avenue
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
This property has 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 2,601 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1901, making it approximately 125 years old.
At the current list price of $2,400,000 for 2,601 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $923. 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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