SOLD FOR $3,120,000
Listed at $3,250,000 · Sold 4.0% below asking · Closed June 28, 2019
$3,250,000
296 WASHINGTON Avenue
MLS® #RLS10424516
Listing by The Corcoran Group
6
Bedrooms
4
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1905
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1905)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Sep 10, 2018 | $3,450,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Nov 6, 2018 | $3,000,000 | -13.0% |
| Currently | Apr 25, 2026 | $3,250,000 | +8.3% |
Description
WIDE & TALL296 Washington Avenue is built wide, 20'6, on a 100' lot and tall, 4 stories plus a cellar, all with high ceilings. Over 3600 square feet, this stately house offers tremendous flexibility of use and the potential to generate significant rental income. 296 Washington Avenue is currently configured as two duplex apartments, with great bones. In the lower duplex you will enjoy living and entertaining on the parlor level with its large windows and eleven foot high ceilings and a half bathroom. When your day is done, you will appreciate the quiet bedrooms on the lower garden level, both have en suite bathrooms. The upper duplex is a well laid out large three bedroom apartment with tremendous natural light.This block of Washington Avenue one of the most beautiful blocks in Clinton Hill's Historic District, surrounded by architecturally distinct properties, wide sidewalks, and majestic trees. It is a short stroll on beautiful tree lined streets to all the best amenities of Clinton Hill and Fort Greene- a block to the Clinton-Washington G train and a few blocks to the C train. Easy access to Fort Greene Park, Barclay Center, Dekalb Ave's restaurant row, and all the amenities of Fulton and Myrtle Avenues.In the 1870s and 1880s the Hill was favored by the most stylish New Yorkers. They built sumptuous, substantial and monumental houses on wide tree lined boulevards. Today, Clinton Hill is still favored by those who are interested in those classic elegant houses. 296 Washington Avenue is a good one. Call or email for an appointment.
Building Information
About Clinton Hill
View All Clinton Hill ListingsClinton Hill is a neighborhood defined by its architectural diversity and creative energy. Home to the Pratt Institute, the area features a stunning mix of grand 19th-century mansions, historic carriage houses, and mid-century cooperatives. The neighborhood offers a leafy, residential feel with a popular culinary scene along DeKalb Avenue and easy access to the cultural amenities of nearby Fort Greene.
Clinton Hill Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
55
Median Asking Price
$949K
Median $/Sqft
$1,103
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
3
Price Reduced
35%
Sold (30 Days)
7
Median Sale Price
$995K
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/25/26, 5:40 AM EST
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296 WASHINGTON Avenue, Clinton Hill, Kings County • Near Willoughby Avenue & DeKalb Avenue
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
This property has 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1905, making it approximately 121 years old.
Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.
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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