279 Sterling Place #1-D
MLS® #RLS10564921
Listing by Compass
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1893
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Parking: Private garage
- Character: Pre-war building (1893)
Property Details
Description
A classic architectural gem veers eclectic. This dramatic 2 bedroom, 1½ bath duplex is housed in one of Prospect Heights most noteworthy structures ... a magnificent terracotta Romanesque Revival landmark. Upon entering the building we are surrounded by the grace and scale of what was formerly the PS9 School Annex. Arrive home to marvelous 13' ceilings and 10? high windows throughout the living/dining area. ... it's flooded with light. All has been lovingly cared for. On the lower level there are two bedrooms with oversized windows, a half bath and washer/dryer. There is lots of storage throughout the apartment, including a large loft off the living room.
This magnificent elevator building is a stirring sight to behold and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. James W. Naughton, "Master of Brooklyn School Architecture", completed his creation in 1895. Located just off of Grand Army Plaza in prime Prospect Heights you have immediate access to the exciting shops and restaurants along Vanderbilt, Washington & Flatbush Avenues. Enjoy the close proximity to the 2 & 3 and the Q & B trains as well as the Saturday farmer's market at GAP, Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, the cultural happenings at the Brooklyn Museum of Art and the Brooklyn Public Library. Pet friendly.
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About Prospect Heights
View All Prospect Heights ListingsProspect Heights is a small but culturally dense neighborhood that offers the best of Brooklyn living. Anchored by the Brooklyn Public Library and the Grand Army Plaza, the area provides immediate access to Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Museum. The real estate market is a sophisticated blend of historic brownstones, stately pre-war cooperatives, and high-end new developments like Pacific Park, offering a range of options for modern urbanites.
Prospect Heights Live Market Data
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24
Median Asking Price
$850K
Median $/Sqft
$1,238
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
3
Price Reduced
8%
Sold (30 Days)
5
Median Sale Price
$1.58M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/27/26, 9:57 AM EST
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Location
279 Sterling Place #1-D, Prospect Heights, Kings County • Near Vanderbilt Avenue/Underhill Avenue
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