SOLD FOR $650,000
Listed at $599,000 · Sold 8.5% above asking · Closed February 5, 2026
811 Cortelyou Road #6K
MLS® #RLS20049438
Listing by CORE Group Marketing LLC
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1942
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City, Neighborhood
- Character: Pre-war building (1942)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Sep 17, 2025 | $599,000 | - |
| Currently | May 7, 2026 | $599,000 | - |
Description
Welcome to Apartment 6K, an exceptionally spacious and airy top-floor oasis blending pre-war charm with a contemporary and thoughtful top-to-bottom renovation. Generously proportioned and bathed in natural light with unobstructed views of Manhattan, this peaceful corner one-bedroom sanctuary features a separate, fully-enclosed home office/guest room with French doors and an impeccably designed open-concept kitchen and spa bath exemplifying the modern ideal in luxury, practicality, and beauty. The residence offers approximately 965 SF of living space; measurements are subject to verification. New bespoke renovations include an open-concept chef’s kitchen with updated appliances, including Fisher & Paykel refrigerator with subzero, an under-counter Sharp microwave, a panel-ready Blomberg dishwasher, a five-burner Frigidaire gas range with self-cleaning oven, under-counter LED lighting and pendant lights, a breakfast bar, custom flat paneled cabinetry, and a plethora of storage throughout the apartment. A fully enclosed home office/guest room with French doors and a ceiling fan has also been added to the apartment’s original plan. The beautifully renovated windowed bath features floor-to-ceiling tiles, a 16" cast iron tub with glass shower door, LED touch-lit vanity, sleek new fixtures, and a linen closet. Generous storage options include a large coat closet in the entryway, an oversized walk-in closet in the back hall, two built-in closets with shelving just outside the home office, a linen closet in the bath, and two large closets in the bedroom, fully outfitted with the Elfa System and a charming original built-in bookcase off the living room. Other notable features include high ceilings, new four-inch white oak plank flooring, modern ceiling fans in every room, recessed lighting, and an expanded electrical panel with additional outlets added throughout the apartment. Built in 1941, the building maintains its pre-war charm, including a beautiful lobby with original terrazzo floors, two elevators, and wide interior staircases between floors. A new video intercom has been installed at the building’s front door, solar panels have been installed on the roof, there is laundry in the building, bike storage is available, storage cages are waitlisted, and a new playroom has been added for residents’ enjoyment. 811 Cortelyou is a superbly maintained cooperative community with an on-site super and porter. Pets are allowed on a case-by-case basis. Cortelyou Road is the hub of Ditmas Park’s retail, restaurant, and transportation corridor and is a short distance from Prospect Park. The famed Flatbush Food Coop, specializing in vegan and organic food options, is nearby with the wonderful Cafe Madeline and many other excellent restaurant choices along the way. Convenient transportation options include the Q Express, B and F trains, just 25 minutes to Manhattan, an Express Bus to Manhattan, and the B68 to Park Slope and Downtown Brooklyn. Assessment of $141.25 through Dec. 31, 2025.
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About Kensington
View All Kensington ListingsKensington is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood bordered by Prospect Park to the north and the landmarked Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, with Ocean Parkway running through its center as one of the borough's signature tree-lined boulevards. The housing stock includes brick rowhouses, prewar co-op apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway and Coney Island Avenue, and detached Victorian homes on the side streets, served by the F and G trains at Fort Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue. The B and Q express trains are accessible within a short walk, providing a 30-to-35-minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.
Kensington Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
51
Median Asking Price
$640K
Median $/Sqft
$805
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
3
Price Reduced
20%
Sold (30 Days)
5
Median Sale Price
$620K
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/7/26, 1:07 PM EST
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811 Cortelyou Road #6K, Kensington, Kings County • Near East 8th Street and East 9th Street
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Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,166.08 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1942, making it approximately 84 years old.
This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.
Pets are permitted at this property: Dogs are permitted on a case-by-case basis,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Dogs are permitted on a case-by-case basis. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
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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