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SOLD FOR $5,150,000

· Closed July 27, 2022

281 President Street

$5,150,000

$1,341 per sq ft

281 President Street

Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10785423

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

8

Bedrooms

3

Baths

3,840

Sq. Ft.

1899

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 8
Bathrooms 3
Living Area 3,840 sq ft
Year Built 1899
Neighborhood Carroll Gardens

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1899)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 13
Baths 3 Full
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Pets Yes
Cross Street Court Street/Smith Street
Year Built 1899
Living Area 3,840 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 00435-0049
Block/Lot 435/49

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 14, 2022 $5,150,000 -
Price Reduced Jul 27, 2022 $4,950,000 -3.9%

Description

Available for the first time in over 50 years! Step back in time as you enter 281 President Street, an exquisite two-family, four-story brownstone with 8 bedrooms and 3 full baths, overlooking Carroll Park at the intersection of Cobble Hill and Carroll Gardens. Built with the highest level of construction in 1899, this 20'+ by 48' home stands out with its pristine classic brownstone facade and preserved pre-war details which appear at every turn: high ceilings, parquet floors, original pocket doors, elaborate crown moldings, and stunning marble mantels. Enter up the classic front stoop through an expansive vestibule with marble tile floor and pier mirror into a picturesque foyer and parlor level. The living room stuns with 12 foot plus ceilings and intricate crown moldings and bathes in glowing southern light. Just off the kitchen, similar elements of pre-war character can be found in the formal dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the back garden below. Stairs from the kitchen lead you down to an expansive private yard. The beautiful original banister will lead you up the staircase to the third floor where you'll find two spacious bedrooms each with a walk-in closet, an additional flexible room bedroom/office, and a full bath to complete this level. The south-facing bedroom enjoys sun all day as it overlooks the leafy trees and scenes from the park. The unusually high ceilings continue through this floor and onto the fourth floor of the home. Two more spacious bedrooms, a third smaller bedroom/office, and a full bath await. The north-facing bedroom's exposed beams follow the roofline and offer extraordinary views of low er Manhattan. As does the roof! The garden apartment, with its private entrance under the stoop, has two bedrooms and a very comfortable living space. Access to the garden is just off of the second bedroom. Both the boiler and hot water heater have been updated, and the roof is in great shape. 281 President Street is the classic Brooklyn brownstone you have been looking for Please reach out to us to schedule a private showing.

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features

Garden

Building Information

Carroll Gardens is defined by its deep front gardens and long-standing bakeries and restaurants along Court and Smith Streets. The real estate market features wide historic brownstones alongside new construction condominiums that maintain the low-rise building scale.

Carroll Gardens Live Market Data

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Active Listings

32

Median Asking Price

$2.00M

Median $/Sqft

$1,352

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

2

Price Reduced

13%

Sold (30 Days)

9

Median Sale Price

$3.12M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/3/26, 1:26 PM EST

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Location

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281 President Street, Carroll Gardens, Kings County • Near Court Street/Smith Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1899
Year Built
127 years old
3
Floors
2
Residential Units
R6B
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $331,020
Land Value: $21,900
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,025 SF
Building Area: 3,840 SF
Built FAR: 1.9
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 8 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 3,840 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1899, making it approximately 127 years old.

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

At the current list price of $5,150,000 for 3,840 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,341. 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: RLS10785423
First Listed: 4/14/2022
Price Changed: 7/27/2022
Closed: 7/27/2022
Contract Date: 4/13/2022

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Chris Sheller

Listing Contact: (917) 576-2985

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