Milton Coste

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961 Washington Avenue #2-H
Closed For Sale Condo

$531,000

$885 per sq ft

961 Washington Avenue #2-H

Crown Heights, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10862984

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

600

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 600 sq ft
Year Built 1925
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $631/mo
Property Taxes $2,796/yr
Neighborhood Crown Heights
Floor 2 of 4

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 4
Exposure West
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Montgomery Street/Sullivan Place
Year Built 1925 (New)
Living Area 600 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 01192-1038
Block/Lot 1192/14

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 1, 2023 $531,000 -
Price Reduced Jul 3, 2023 $550,000 +3.6%

Description

How does a 4.75% interest rate sound? This property qualifies for the First Republic Eagle Loan program! Skip the high-rate headache and be the first to live in this brand new, park facing, pre-war condo conversion. The entire apartment has been gut renovated with high end finishes and has never been occupied. Offering high ceilings, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and big windows facing west with lovely evergreen views of the Brooklyn Botanical Garden. The spacious eat in kitchen is windowed, allowing in natural light, with shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The bathroom is windowed and has a deep soaking tub. The building is quiet and has a brand new laundry room just one flight down from the apartment. Heat and hot water are included in the common charges. The apartment comes with a deeded storage cage and the building has a live-in super. Located between the restaurant row of Franklin Avenue, the entrance to Prospect Park, and the rapidly expanding Prospect Lefferts area on an avenue of pre-war gems, values in this location have nowhere to go but up as the neighborhood continues to develop.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $631/mo
RE Taxes $2,796/yr ($233/mo)
Sale Price $531,000
Previous Price $550,000

Crown Heights is a dynamic and architecturally rich neighborhood in central Brooklyn. Famous for its grand boulevards and impressive collection of pre-war apartment buildings and brownstones, the area offers a sense of scale and history. Residents enjoy proximity to the Brooklyn Museum, the Botanic Garden, and a active restaurant scene along Franklin and Nostrand Avenues, making it a popular choice for those seeking space and culture.

Crown Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

90

Median Asking Price

$1.61M

Median $/Sqft

$990

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

5

Price Reduced

22%

Sold (30 Days)

2

Median Sale Price

$1.31M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/17/26, 11:32 PM EST

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Location

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961 Washington Avenue #2-H, Crown Heights, Kings County • Near Montgomery Street/Sullivan Place

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
4
Floors
39
Residential Units
R8A
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,362,152
Land Value: $199,350
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 11,079 SF
Building Area: 24,674 SF
Built FAR: 2.23
Allowed FAR: 6.02

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

The current listed common charges are $631 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $2,796, or roughly $233 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 600 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $531,000 for 600 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $885. 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 [email protected]. 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: RLS10862984
First Listed: 2/1/2023
Price Changed: 7/3/2023
Closed: 7/3/2023
Contract Date: 2/1/2023

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Melanie Metzler

Listing Contact: (347) 768-0072

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