SOLD FOR $2,400,000
· Closed September 16, 2024
70 81st Street
MLS® #RLS10990499
Listing by Keller Williams Realty Empire
Studio
0
Bath
2,950
Sq. Ft.
1925
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Fireplace: 2 fireplaces
- Style: Prewar,WalkUp architecture
- Climate Control: Central Air
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 30, 2024 | $3,200,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Oct 7, 2024 | $2,999,000 | -6.3% |
| Currently | May 1, 2026 | $2,400,000 | -20.0% |
Description
Welcome to the heart of Crescent Hill, Bay Ridge Brooklyn's most exclusive enclave. 70 81st Street is where grace, style, charm, and elegance awaits you. This majestic center hall colonial is truly a spectacular residence. Right as you enter the foyer of this austere home, you will immediately notice the quality and craftsmenship on display. The original hard wood floors that run throuhout the house are beautiful. The main level enjoys an impressive formal dining room which is just the space to entertain family & friends. Come with me through the French doors as you enter the spectacular fully updated kitchen w/ additonal dining area. Off the kitchen is the first of 4 full bathrooms. As you venture through the main level you will be drawn to the warm and inviting formal living room with wood burning fireplace. Off of the living at the front of the house is an awesome all-seasons sun room, the perfect place to enjoy the weather and unwind while in the comfort of your home. The upper level welcomes you with a master suite and 3 additional spacious bedrooms. One of the bedrooms has original built in book shelves and it's very own fire place. Midway down the hall there is the 3rd full bathroom with stand up shower & bathtub. As you descend to the lower level you will be amazed at the exquisite fully finished, walk out basement. This space is an entertainer's dream, enjoying a large open floor plan with a family / billiards area. You will find a full 2nd kitchen along with great storage and a 4th Full bathroom. There is a dedicated laundry area, home gym and office space. Entering the back yard is like visiting a secluded oasis. The space is is fully gated, beautifully landscaped and simply serene, such a great place to relax, garden and entertain. There is a fully detached 2 car garage and the lawn is equipped with automatic sprinklers making upkeep of the grounds almost effortless. This Bay Ridge classic is located blocks from Shore Road Park's awe-inspiring riverfront park land. The property sits mere blocks from all the best dining, shopping, bus, trains, ferry terminals and highways. The Belt Parkway, Gowanus, BQE, Verrazano Bridge and access to NYC and more! Come see the true luxury Brooklyn experience that is for yourself, you will not be disappointed!
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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, 10:01 AM EST
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70 81st Street, Bay Ridge, Kings County • Near Narrows Avenue/Colonial Road
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The current listed annual property tax is $19,273, or roughly $1,606 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 2,950 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 years old.
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Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $2,400,000 for 2,950 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $814. 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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