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SOLD FOR $1,900,000

· Closed September 11, 2017

688 Greene Avenue

$1,900,000

$528 per sq ft

688 Greene Avenue

Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10057150

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Listing by R New York

7

Bedrooms

6

Baths

3,600

Sq. Ft.

1931

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 6
Living Area 3,600 sq ft
Year Built 1931
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Bedford Stuyvesant

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage
  • Character: Pre-war building (1931)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Baths 6 Full
Cross Street Throop Avenue/Marcus Garvey Boulevard
Year Built 1931
Living Area 3,600 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1801/20

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 28, 2017 $1,900,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 12, 2017 $1,960,000 +3.2%

Description

688 Greene Avenue is a four story, 20' wide, three family brownstone that was fully renovated and restored in 2014 then fully leased in 2015. The building consists of a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath duplex with private back yard plus two additional units with 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom each. All units are individually metered for gas and electric which tenants pay. There are stunning wide plank white oak floors throughout, and beautiful new kitchens and baths with caesar stone counters and high-end appliances.

This Brownstone is ideal for either an investor or resident owner. From the exterior nestled on this gorgeous tree lined block between Throop Ave and Marcus Garvey Blvd to every minute detail on the interior this building is exquisite. The Nostrand Av/Lafayette Av stop is Conveniently located with an approximate commute of 20 minutes to Manhattan. Please contact Arron Latimer to schedule a tour!

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features

Building Garden

Building Information

Bedford/Stuyvesant, in Brooklyn, features a mix of traditional brownstone row houses and mid-rise apartment buildings. Local amenities include proximity to major parks and robust access via subway lines, such as the L and J/Z trains. The area retains much of its historic architecture alongside newer residential developments.

Bedford Stuyvesant Live Market Data

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Active Listings

100

Median Asking Price

$1.26M

Median $/Sqft

$935

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

10

Price Reduced

18%

Sold (30 Days)

15

Median Sale Price

$1.90M

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Location

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688 Greene Avenue, Bedford Stuyvesant, Kings County • Near Throop Avenue/Marcus Garvey Boulevard

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
3
Floors
3
Residential Units
R6B
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $93,960
Land Value: $33,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 3,600 SF
Built FAR: 1.8
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 7 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 3,600 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1931, making it approximately 95 years old.

At the current list price of $1,900,000 for 3,600 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $528. 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: RLS10057150
First Listed: 3/28/2017
Price Changed: 6/12/2017
Closed: 9/11/2017
Contract Date: 3/24/2017

Listing Courtesy of R New York - Arron Latimer

Listing Contact: (212) 688-1000

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