Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $3,625,000

Listed at $4,000,000 · Sold 9.4% below asking · Closed May 2, 2019

236 President Street

$4,000,000

236 President Street

Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10422040

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

Studio

Bedroom

0

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1899

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 0
Year Built 1899
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Carroll Gardens

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage
  • Character: Pre-war building (1899)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Baths null Full
Pets Yes
Cross Street Clinton Street & Court Street
Year Built 1899
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 00351-0010
Block/Lot 351/0010

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 22, 2018 $4,950,000 -
Price Reduced May 21, 2018 $4,250,000 -14.1%
Currently May 4, 2026 $4,000,000 -5.9%

Description

Lofty and expansive single family home 3,485 square foot carriage house in prime Carroll Gardens! Here's your opportunity to turn this former church and then kindergarten, built in 1897 by architects Hough and Duell, into a one-of-a-kind home. The scale is difficult to duplicate with the structure's 27' x 60' footprint, and an additional 1,353 square foot basement. Soaring ceilings, stained glass windows, original beams and architectural detail inside and out offer endless possibilities. In addition to front and rear yards the property offers a private garage President Street is one of the most coveted blocks in Carroll Gardens, and the property is close to PS58, Carroll Park and transportation. It's also by St. Pauls, Residency Unlimited and local restaurants including Battersby, Frankies 457 Spuntino, Buttermilk Channel, Ugly Baby and more. Bring your vision and architect.

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 1
Stories 2
Style Prewar

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 5/4/26, 10:40 AM EST

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Location

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236 President Street, Carroll Gardens, Kings County • Near Clinton Street & Court Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1897
Year Built
129 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R6A
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings NYC Landmark

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $401,100
Land Value: $51,120
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 3,358 SF
Building Area: 3,855 SF
Built FAR: 1.15
Allowed FAR: 3

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

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

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10422040
First Listed: 4/22/2018
Price Changed: 5/21/2018
Closed: 5/2/2019
Contract Date: 4/22/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Brian Lover

Listing Contact: (917) 679-5355

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