$2,995,000
185 Smith Street
MLS® #RLS20055827
Listing by Compass
4
Bedrooms
3.5
Baths
—
Sq. Ft.
1931
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Character: Pre-war building (1931)
Property Details
Description
185 Smith Street is available for the first time in over half a century. A three-story brick mixed-use building comprised of two (2) apartments and one (1) retail unit. The property is located on Smith Street between Warren and Wyckoff Street in the Cobble Hill/Boerum Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. The subject property was built around 1931 and measures approximately 20 feet wide by 53 feet deep on the retail level, and approximately 20 feet by 53 feet deep on the 2nd Floor, including a back deck. The third floor measures approximately 20 feet by 44’6” deep. Its current total square footage is approximately 2,700 not including the basement which is being used by the commercial space (Soula Shoes). The building sits on a lot that measures about 20 feet wide by 60 feet deep, and is zoned R6A, C2-4. All interested purchasers are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence on building measurement representations. One of the prime retail and residential corridors, 185 Smith Street offers strong rental income, in arguably one of the best stretches of Smith Street. The retail space, Soula Shoes is a beloved neighborhood shoe store that has been here for over 20 years. The retail tenants current lease runs through 2028, and they cover 50% of the buildings property tax. Above, there are two residential apartments. The first located on the second floor, is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with a large back deck, washer/dryer and a chefs kitchen with upgraded appliances and cabinetry. Each residential apartment pays for their own electric and gas, on their own meter. The top floor is a 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath apartment with incredibly great natural light, similar sized bedrooms, and offers consistent rental income, with always having demand. The building is surrounded by: Paisanos Butcher, Starbucks, See EYE, Maelin & Goetz, Aesop, Warby Parker.
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About Boerum Hill
View All Boerum Hill ListingsBoerum Hill is a charming residential neighborhood that perfectly blends historic character with modern urban living. Known for its tree-lined streets and the trendy boutiques of Atlantic Avenue and Smith Street, the area offers a relaxed yet sophisticated vibe. The housing stock features a mix of classic three-story row houses and a growing number of high-end condominium developments that provide contemporary amenities in a central Brooklyn location.
Boerum Hill Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
17
Median Asking Price
$3.60M
Median $/Sqft
$1,586
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
5
Price Reduced
24%
Sold (30 Days)
1
Median Sale Price
$1.61M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/6/26, 1:47 AM EST
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Location
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