SOLD FOR $270,000
Listed at $275,000 · Sold 1.8% below asking · Closed August 16, 2024
243 78th Street #6A
MLS® #RLS10995622
Listing by Brownstone Real Estate LLC
Studio
1
Bath
600
Sq. Ft.
1940
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Climate Control: Window Units
- Character: Pre-war building (1940)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 10, 2024 | $295,000 | - |
| Currently | May 1, 2026 | $275,000 | -6.8% |
Description
243 78th Street (the Fairfax House) is a well-managed, well-kept, co-op building in the heart of Bay Ridge. The building features an elevator, on-site laundry, bicycle storage, and rentable storage units, as well as a live-in super.
Residence #6A is a bright, top-floor unit with unobstructed natural light and views over the leafy treetops of Bay Ridge. The studio home is presented in excellent condition with a renovated kitchen and bathroom. The pre-war design offers a generously spacious floor plan with a large foyer, oversized studio room, and a separate eat-in kitchen.
Just off 3rd Avenue, 243 78th Street places residents on the doorstep of great restaurants and shopping options. The 77th Street Subway Station places the R-Train only one block away, and other transport options (like the B4 and B37 buses and NYC Ferry Network) are nearby.
The chance to own in a well-established, pre-war building is an outstanding opportunity to build equity and live comfortably in a market with rising rents and shoe-box new construction. The investment of home ownership is an investment in you, and here is a chance to make a strong one. Do not delay in scheduling your tour!
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Building Information
Financial Details
Maintenance Includes
Water
About Bay Ridge
View All Bay Ridge ListingsBay Ridge is a historic neighborhood in Southwest Brooklyn with views of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and New York Harbor. Commercial corridors along 3rd and 5th Avenues run through the area, and the housing stock includes historic row houses, pre-war cooperatives, and modern condominiums, with Shore Road Park and the waterfront promenade to the west.
Bay Ridge Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
33
Median Asking Price
$1.20M
Median $/Sqft
$601
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
0
Price Reduced
36%
Sold (30 Days)
2
Median Sale Price
$504K
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/1/26, 11:43 AM EST
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243 78th Street #6A, Bay Ridge, Kings County • Near 3rd Avenue
Building Information
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Tax & Assessment
Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.
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
The current listed monthly maintenance are $467 per month. The fee covers: Water. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.
The listed interior living area is 600 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1940, making it approximately 86 years old.
This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.
Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $275,000 for 600 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $458. 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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Listing Contact: (718) 855-4111
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