Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $4,300,000

· Closed June 8, 2022

$4,300,000

$1,049 per sq ft

137 St Marks Avenue

Prospect Heights, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10779724

RLS at REBNY

Listing by BARNES New York

6

Bedrooms

3

Baths

4,100

Sq. Ft.

1901

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 3
Living Area 4,100 sq ft
Year Built 1901
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Prospect Heights

Property Highlights

  • Outdoor Space: Building Terrace, Terrace
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 11
Baths 3 Full
Pets Yes
Cross Street Carlton Avenue/Carlton Avenue
Year Built 1901
Living Area 4,100 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1144/100

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 4, 2022 $4,300,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 29, 2022 $4,995,000 +16.2%

Description

Welcome to 137 St. Marks Avenue, where space and privacy meet on a beautiful treelined, landmarked street in Prospect Heights. This house has only had two owners since it was built in 1910 and is offered for the first time in sixty years. Throughout the house you can find preserved pre-war architectural details. Its corner lot provides maximum exposure and lots of direct sun light. The box windows are reminiscent of old New York. It is conveniently located within walking distance of some of Brooklyn's most well-known cultural landmarks such as Park Slope, the Brooklyn Museum, the Brooklyn Public Library, the Brooklyn Botanical Garden, the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), Barclays Center.

The house features: a full basement that runs the length of the house and needs to be renovated and can be converted into storage/wine cellar; a ground floor with its own entrance, two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a renovated kitchen, a laundry room and access to the garden; a high-ceilinged parlor floor with original pre-war details, double living room and separate dining room with two decorative fireplaces; a first floor featuring two large bedrooms, each with a decorative fireplace, large closets, a small kitchen and a full bath; a second floor with two large bedrooms, including the master suite with double walk-in closets and a new full bath; a double garage of approximately 480sq ft. There is access to the roof which could be turned into a rooftop terrace.

The house is sold AS IS. Owners would like to close in Spring.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area Fireplace

Exterior Features

Building Garden Building Terrace Terrace

Building Information

Prospect Heights is a compact Brooklyn neighborhood anchored by the Brooklyn Public Library, Grand Army Plaza, Prospect Park, and the Brooklyn Museum. The real estate market features historic brownstones, pre-war cooperatives, and new developments like Pacific Park, with 2/3/B/Q/4 train service.

Prospect Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

35

Median Asking Price

$1.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,370

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

2

Price Reduced

17%

Sold (30 Days)

1

Median Sale Price

$635K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/18/26, 7:22 AM EST

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Location

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137 St Marks Avenue, Prospect Heights, Kings County • Near Carlton Avenue/Carlton Avenue

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Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1901
Year Built
125 years old
3
Floors
3
Residential Units
R6B
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments Historic District: Prospect Heights Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $268,440
Land Value: $42,300
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 1,800 SF
Building Area: 3,776 SF
Built FAR: 2.1
Allowed FAR: 2

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 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 4,100 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 $4,300,000 for 4,100 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,049. 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: RLS10779724
First Listed: 2/4/2022
Price Changed: 6/29/2022
Closed: 6/8/2022
Contract Date: 2/3/2022

Listing Courtesy of BARNES New York - Miriam Driot

Listing Contact: (917) 660-5620

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