SOLD FOR $1,500,000
Listed at $1,700,000 · Sold 11.8% below asking · Closed October 5, 2016
81 Ryerson Street #2
MLS® #RLS10796667
Listing by Compass
3
Bedrooms
3.5
Baths
1,700
Sq. Ft.
1901
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: East,South,West facing
- Outdoor Space: Balcony, Rooftop
- Style: Prewar architecture
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Description
81 Ryerson St #2 offers spacious duplex living with a massive private roof deck in Clinton Hill. One of two condo units in a 20-foot wide brick townhouse, 81 Ryerson offers immense space, privacy, and seriously low monthlies. This home was laid out to perfection, with an open floor plan great room and kitchen, perfect for entertaining, a floor with all three bedrooms and two full baths + laundry, and a private roof deck that increases the living space by another 800sqft. There is central AC, in-unit laundry, and ample storage, with multiple closets throughout and a built-in coat rack and cubbies off the dining room. The unit has a private entrance; up a set of stairs on the sunny second level is a spacious, open floor plan living room, chef's kitchen, powder room, dining room, and balcony. The living area is massive, more than enough room for a comfy oversized sectional, with three massive east-facing windows streaming in light and views of the leafy brownstone street. A stylish powder room for guests can be found behind a vintage farmhouse door with original hardware and privacy glass. The kitchen floats in the middle of this open space, ideal for entertaining and maximizing light from both sides. Ample cabinet space, timeless subway tile backsplash, and an island with a sink and dishwasher make this a great working chef's kitchen, with plenty of room on the island for bar stools to gather friends and family. A dining room in the rear has space for a party of 12, with sliding glass doors that open to the balcony for additional bistro seating and grilling. Up the staircase with minimalist slatted steel railings are two west-facing bedrooms that share a full bath. The primary suite has three oversized east-facing windows, two separate closets, and an ensuite bathroom accessed via a sliding barn door. Up one last flight of stairs is the incredible private roof decktwo massive areas spanning the full length of the townhouse, connected via a pergola. The current owners have set up a living room on the west-facing side and a dining room with a massive smoker on the east-facing side. This roof deck is an entertainer's paradise, and is great for setting up a dog run, gardening, and morethere is enough space to make it your own. This pet-friendly, 2-unit, self-managed condo with low monthlies and tons of space offers the best value in desirable Clinton Hill, right by Pratt Institute. Nearby Myrtle Ave offers tons of shopping and casual dining, with a Key Food conveniently located less than a block away. Across Park Ave is all of the exciting new development at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, with its own great restaurants and shopping: Brooklyn Coffee Roasters, Le Petit Monstre bakery, Il Porto pizza, Russ & Daughters, and more.
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About Clinton Hill
View All Clinton Hill ListingsClinton Hill is a neighborhood defined by its architectural diversity and creative energy. Home to the Pratt Institute, the area features a stunning mix of grand 19th-century mansions, historic carriage houses, and mid-century cooperatives. The neighborhood offers a leafy, residential feel with a vibrant culinary scene along DeKalb Avenue and easy access to the cultural amenities of nearby Fort Greene.
Clinton Hill Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
53
Median Asking Price
$1.04M
Median $/Sqft
$1,154
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
6
Price Reduced
32%
Sold (30 Days)
12
Median Sale Price
$1.07M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/27/26, 5:32 PM EST
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Location
81 Ryerson Street #2, Clinton Hill, Kings County • Near Myrtle Avenue/Park Avenue
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