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· Closed May 5, 2021

243 78th Street #5-H
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243 78th Street #5-H

Bay Ridge, Brooklyn

Fairfax House

MLS® #RLS10680199

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Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

800

Sq. Ft.

1940

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 800 sq ft
Year Built 1940
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $588/mo
Neighborhood Bay Ridge
Floor 5 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units
  • Character: Pre-war building (1940)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 6
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street 3rd Avenue/Ridge Boulevard
Year Built 1940
Living Area 800 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 5959/62

Description

Bright & Beautiful Prime Bay Ridge One-Bedroom Co-op! Meticulously and tastefully renovated, this 1-bed /1 bath with an expansive floorplan is a must see. Located on a classic tree-lined block, Apartment 5H boasts condo-like finishes, 10ft ceilings, solid oak floors, tons of storage and is beaming with natural light. Enter into a grand foyer with enough space for your home office with built-in shelving and a large storage closet. The open living area with its perfect proportion, comfort and style, has three western facing windows-ideal for watching the stunning sunsets. Enjoy entertaining in the recently renovated and thoughtfully designed kitchen- equipped with stainless steel Frigidaire appliances, quartz countertops, and a built-in breakfast bar. The bedroom can fit a king-size bed and more and has an additional three windows with a spectacular view of the Verrazano Bridge! The Fairfax House is an exceptionally maintained, pet friendly Co-op building between beautiful tree-lined Ridge Boulevard and the convenience of 3rd Avenue, and a block from the R Train. With 60 units and six floors, this elevator building has a laundry room, additional storage, and bicycle parking. Close to Shore Road Parks and the bike path, and just moments to the 69th Street Pier offering ferry service to Manhattan, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and Rockaway Beach. Close to some of Bay Ridge's best offerings, including Tanoreen Restaurant, The Salty Dog, and Mid-East Bakery. Showings by appointments.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Common Area

Building Information

Building Fairfax House
Stories 6
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $588/mo
Sale Price $430,000

Bay Ridge is a historic neighborhood in Southwest Brooklyn, known for its stunning views of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and the New York Harbor. The area offers a vibrant lifestyle with the bustling commercial corridors of 3rd and 5th Avenues. The real estate market is a sophisticated blend of grand historic row houses, elegant pre-war cooperatives, and modern condominiums, all within a neighborhood famous for its parks and waterfront promenade.

Bay Ridge Live Market Data

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Active Listings

30

Median Asking Price

$822K

Median $/Sqft

$523

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

2

Price Reduced

37%

Sold (30 Days)

7

Median Sale Price

$460K

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243 78th Street #5-H, Bay Ridge, Kings County • Near 3rd Avenue/Ridge Boulevard

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10680199
First Listed: 11/3/2020
Price Changed: 5/21/2021
Closed: 5/5/2021
Contract Date: 11/3/2020

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Alex Sochinsky

Listing Contact: (917) 715-9462

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