Brooklyn Heights Real Estate

About Brooklyn Heights

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 quiet, old-world elegance. The real estate market is characterized by magnificent pre-war townhouses, prestigious cooperatives, and a select few ultra-luxury waterfront developments along Brooklyn Bridge Park.

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Your Brooklyn Heights Expert

Milton Coste was born and raised in the Washington Heights/Inwood area and has been helping buyers and sellers in Upper Manhattan and across NYC for over 25 years. With 1,000+ closed transactions including dozens in Brooklyn Heights, Milton knows every building, every block, and what it takes to navigate NYC's unique co-op and condo market.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Brooklyn Heights Real Estate

Who is the best real estate agent in Brooklyn Heights?

Milton Coste is a top-rated Brooklyn Heights real estate specialist with 25+ years of experience and 1,000+ closed transactions in NYC. Born and raised in the Washington Heights area, Milton has deep local knowledge of Brooklyn Heights's co-ops, condos, and market trends. He's bilingual (English/Spanish) and has a 5-star rating on both Google and Zillow. Contact: (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com.

What are Brooklyn Heights apartment prices in 2026?

Brooklyn Heights real estate prices vary by property type. As of January 2026, co-op studios typically start around $250,000-$400,000, 1-bedrooms range from $350,000-$600,000, and 2-bedrooms from $450,000-$800,000. Condos command a premium of 20-40% over co-ops. Milton Coste tracks Brooklyn Heights prices daily and can provide a detailed market analysis for your specific needs.

What is the process for buying a co-op in Brooklyn Heights?

Buying a co-op in Brooklyn Heights involves several steps: getting pre-approved for financing, searching for properties, making an offer, preparing a board package (financial documents, reference letters, personal statement), and passing the co-op board interview. The process typically takes 60-90 days from accepted offer to closing. Milton Coste guides buyers through each step and has helped over 1,000 clients navigate NYC's co-op and condo market.

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Current Inventory Snapshot

Live from REBNY/RLS • Feb 15, 2026

There are currently 38 properties actively listed for sale, with 48 already under contract. The median asking price is $2.65M ($1,705/sqft). Properties are spending an average of N/A days on market, and 28.9% of listings have had price reductions.

Inventory & Activity

Active Listings

for sale

Total number of properties currently for sale in this neighborhood

Pending Sales

under contract

Properties under contract awaiting closing

New This Week

last 7 days

Properties listed in the last 7 days

New This Month

last 30 days

Properties listed in the last 30 days

Avg Days on Market

N/A

days avg

Average number of days properties have been listed. Lower = faster market

Price Cut Rate

28.9%

11 listings

Percentage of active listings with price reductions. Higher = more negotiable market

Asking Prices

Median Asking Price

$2.65M

all types

The middle price point of all active listings - half are priced above, half below

Average Asking Price

$4.66M

all types

Mean listing price of all active properties (can be skewed by outliers)

Median $/Sqft

$1,705

per sqft

Median price per square foot - useful for comparing properties of different sizes

Median Condo Price

$2.92M

16 condos

Median asking price for condominium units only

Median Co-op Price

$725K

15 co-ops

Median asking price for co-operative units only

Property Mix

Distribution of 38 active listings

Condo 42% (16) Co-op 39% (15) Condop 0% (0)

Building Types:

Apartments: 27 Single Family: 6 Multi-Family: 5

Recent Sales

Sold (30 Days)

last 30 days

Number of properties that closed in the last 30 days

Sold (90 Days)

last 90 days

Number of properties that closed in the last 90 days

Median Sale Price

$1.93M

closed sales

Median closing price of recently sold properties (last 90 days)

Avg Sale Price

$2.87M

closed sales

Average closing price of recently sold properties

Sale-to-List Ratio

99.2%

of asking

Average sale price as % of listing price. Above 100% = selling over asking

Browse by Property Type

Co-ops (15) Condos (16) Houses (6) Multi-Family (1)

Buildings in Brooklyn Heights

50 BRIDGE PARK Drive

6 listings available

90 Furman Street

5 listings available

30 Monroe Place

2 listings available

37 Henry Street

2 listings available

56 COURT Street

2 listings available

360 FURMAN Street

2 listings available

Brooklyn Heights Market Analysis & Trends

Based on StreetEasy data through December 2025

Buyer's Market

Brooklyn Heights is currently a Buyer's Market. The median sale price is $1.02M, which has decreased 6.65% compared to last year. Properties typically spend 91 days on market before selling. For renters, the median asking rent is $4,500, up 5.88% year-over-year. With Days on Market exceeding 90 and a sale-to-list ratio below 0.98, buyers currently possess negotiation leverage in this high-value corridor.

Key Market Metrics

Median Sale Price

$1.02M

-6.7% YoY

Median Rent

$4,500

+5.9% YoY

Days on Market

Increased from 73.0 in late 2024

Price/Sqft

$1,450/sqft

Approximately 11% below Manhattan median of $1.14M

With Days on Market exceeding 90 and a sale-to-list ratio below 0.98, buyers currently possess negotiation leverage in this high-value corridor.

Market Note: The market saw a 6.6% sales price dip in 2025 as luxury inventory sat longer on the market.

Rental Market

Studio

$3,100

1 Bedroom

$3,800

2 Bedroom

$5,250

3+ Bedroom

$7,950

Transportation

Subway Lines

2 3 4 5 A C F R

Stations

Borough Hall, Court St, Clark St, High St

Commute Times

Midtown: 20 minutes

Wall Street: 5-10 minutes

Ongoing repairs to the BQE 'Triple Cantilever' impact local traffic patterns (Source: NYC DOT)....

Neighborhood Amenities

Parks

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Hospitals

Mount Sinai Doctors-Brooklyn Heights

Shopping

Montague Street Retail Corridor

Cultural

Brooklyn Historical Society
Brooklyn Promenade

Building Stock & Co-op Info

Predominant Type

Landmarked Townhouses and Mid-rise Co-ops

Co-op vs Condo

High concentration of established cooperatives; limited new condo inventory due to landmark restrictions.

Typical Co-op Requirements

Down: Minimum 20-25%
DTI: 25-28% preferred
Liquidity: 1-2 years of carry costs often required
Credit: 740+

Investment Analysis

Outlook: Stable

Buyer Strategy

Focus on the sub-$1M co-op segment for long-term equity growth.

Renter Strategy

Walk-up buildings on Hicks or Willow Street offer historic charm at a lower entry point than full-service towers.

Investor Strategy

Condo assets near Borough Hall hub command premium rents from legal/medical professionals.

Schools

Served by NYC DOE District 13. Research schools at schools.nyc.gov

Safety

NYPD 84th Precinct. Current statistics available at nyc.gov/nypd CompStat

Milton Coste supports the Fair Housing Act and Equal Opportunity Act. All data provided for informational purposes only. Verify all data independently.

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Helpful Resources for Brooklyn Heights Buyers

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NYC Real Estate FAQ

Common questions answered

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About Brooklyn Heights

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Frequently Asked Questions: Brooklyn Heights Real Estate

What Clients Say

Current Inventory Snapshot

Inventory & Activity

Asking Prices

Property Mix

Recent Sales

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Buildings in Brooklyn Heights

Properties for Sale

28 OLD FULTON Street #THE

30 Monroe Place #1-D

50 BRIDGE PARK Drive #25AE

90 Furman Street #N800

50 BRIDGE PARK Drive #26D

75 LIVINGSTON Street #20A

50 BRIDGE PARK Drive #24A

50 BRIDGE PARK Drive #25E

89 STATE Street #1

12 Sidney Place

90 Furman Street #N208

90 FURMAN Street #N216

37 Henry Street #TH1

90 FURMAN Street #N805

100 Remsen Street #5G

75 Henry Street #9G

142 Joralemon Street #5E

50 Bridge Park Drive #16E

150 Joralemon Street #6B

1 MONROE Place

94 CLARK Street

297 HICKS Street

1 Clinton Street #17-B

173 HICKS Street #4C

70 REMSEN Street #3F

56 COURT Street #2B

2 Grace Court #3X

90 Furman Street #N405

75 Columbia Heights

50 Bridge Park Drive #26A

60 REMSEN Street #10C

360 FURMAN Street #1001

52 SIDNEY Place

37 Henry Street #TH1

29 GARDEN Place

30 MONROE Place #1F

360 Furman Street #1216

56 COURT Street #4B

Brooklyn Heights Market Analysis & Trends

Key Market Metrics

Rental Market

Transportation

Neighborhood Amenities

Building Stock & Co-op Info

Investment Analysis

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Helpful Resources for Brooklyn Heights Buyers

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