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SOLD FOR $390,000

· Closed April 13, 2020

70 Remsen Street #8-B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$390,000

70 Remsen Street #8-B

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10622979

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,040/mo
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights
Floor 8 of 9

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 8 of 9
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Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Hicks Street/Henry Street
Year Built 1929
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 253/57

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 29, 2013 $390,000 -
Currently Apr 25, 2026 $390,000 -

Description

BACK ON THE MARKET! - Situated in the historic Remsen Cooperatives and located on a tree lined block of Brooklyn Heights. This newly renovated, spacious studio, boasts bright city views, high ceilings and ample storage. It includes a walk-in closet, customized built-ins throughout and a separated built-in bedroom/office area and a large living and dining area. A separate windowed kitchen and spacious bathroom single this unit out from the competition. The Remsen building amenities include 24-hour doorman service, live-in super, bike storage and laundry in the building. Co-purchasing, pied-a-terre's and pets allowed, though subject to board approval. Conveniently near 2, 3, A, C, 4, 5 & R metro stops as well as the famous Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Brooklyn Bridge Park and of course the celebrated Brooklyn Heights restaurants & shopping on Montague Street.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Entrance Foyer Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,040/mo
Sale Price $390,000

Brooklyn Heights is New York City’s first historic district, famous for its grand architecture and the iconic Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Offering some of the most breathtaking views of Lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty, the neighborhood exudes a low-traffic, old-world elegance. The real estate market is characterized by magnificent pre-war townhouses, sought-after cooperatives, and a select few ultra-luxury waterfront developments along Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Brooklyn Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

72

Median Asking Price

$2.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,733

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

6

Price Reduced

19%

Sold (30 Days)

12

Median Sale Price

$2.02M

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70 Remsen Street #8-B, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County • Near Hicks Street/Henry Street

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1929
Year Built
97 years old
10
Floors
103
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Brooklyn Heights Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $7,866,450
Land Value: $389,250
Exemptions: $111,371

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

Lot Area: 9,600 SF
Building Area: 66,500 SF
Built FAR: 6.93
Allowed FAR: 2.43

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 $1,040 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1929, making it approximately 97 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.

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: RLS10622979
First Listed: 11/29/2013
Closed: 4/13/2020
Contract Date: 9/8/2019

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Orren Azani

Listing Contact: (917) 593-2999

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