SOLD FOR $2,000,000
· Closed September 6, 2016
$2,000,000
491 Classon Avenue
MLS® #RLS10057594
Listing by The Corcoran Group
Studio
Bedroom
0
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1899
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1899)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Oct 13, 2015 | $2,495,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Nov 17, 2015 | $2,249,500 | -9.8% |
| Currently | Apr 26, 2026 | $2,000,000 | -11.1% |
Description
Introducing 491 Classon Avenue- for sale for the first time in almost 20 years! This four story townhouse is currently being utilized as a massive single family home, but can easily be converted into a two or three family home to create fantastic rental income. Measuring 19.5 ft wide and 45 ft deep, every inch of this home if full of detail just waiting to be revitalized. The parlor floor boasts 12 ft ceilings, original banisters and crown moldings. The garden level consists of a formal dining room and separate kitchen. The lower level also includes a large extension to the back of the home perfect for recreation. The home sits on the Clinton Hill/Bedford Stuyvesant border, a neighborhood that offers everything. Close to many cafes and restaurants between Lafayette Avenue and Fulton Street, you'll never find yourself lacking in options. Only a few blocks from the G and C trains, this stunning home is not one to be missed.
Building Information
About Clinton Hill
View All Clinton Hill ListingsClinton Hill is a neighborhood defined by its architectural diversity and creative energy. Home to the Pratt Institute, the area features a stunning mix of grand 19th-century mansions, historic carriage houses, and mid-century cooperatives. The neighborhood offers a leafy, residential feel with a popular culinary scene along DeKalb Avenue and easy access to the cultural amenities of nearby Fort Greene.
Clinton Hill Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
55
Median Asking Price
$949K
Median $/Sqft
$1,103
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
3
Price Reduced
35%
Sold (30 Days)
6
Median Sale Price
$995K
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/26/26, 12:38 PM EST
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491 Classon Avenue, Clinton Hill, Kings County
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Common questions about this property
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1899, making it approximately 127 years old.
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