SOLD FOR $1,800,000
Listed at $1,595,000 · Sold 12.9% above asking · Closed August 6, 2021
557 8th Street #1R
MLS® #RLS10711023
Listing by The Corcoran Group
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1920
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: East,North,South facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1920)
Property Details
Description
Enjoy a rare opportunity to live in one of only 8 beautiful residences at the handsome 557 8th Street, just half a block from Prospect Park! This spacious, airy apartment with a lovely private garden affords comfortable, elegant living, and a gracious 3 bedroom, 1 and a half bath floorplan with 9-foot ceilings. Windows on triple exposures to the south, east and north bathe the cheerful home in natural light throughout the day, while oak hardwood floors add a perfect touch of warmth.
Upon entering the foyer, a closet, and large living dining room awaits at your right featuring 3 oversized windows plus built-in window seats, bookshelves and cabinetry. Here you can relax and watch TV, gather with guests, and serve meals in the open dining area.
The nearby windowed kitchen with a wide pass-through opening is finely designed with ample wood cabinetry, sleek countertops, a pantry, and stainless steel appliances.
Proceeding down the hall is a washer-dryer, full tiled bathroom, powder room, and 3 private bedrooms with generous closets. The primary bedroom awaits quietly at the end, with double closets and access to the backyard garden with built-in wood benches and room for lounging furniture. Complementary storage and bike storage are available in the basement.
557 8th Street is a well-run and financially sound, pet friendly coop just a stone's throw to Prospect Park. Also nearby are great restaurants, shops and cafes along 8th Avenue including Pasta Louise right on the corner, Ladybird Bakery and Provini as well as the many offerings lining 7th Avenue, plus highly-regarded schools, subways and more.
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About Park Slope
View All Park Slope ListingsPark Slope is a well-known Brooklyn neighborhood, recognized for its tree-lined streets and preserved brownstones. Bordering the western edge of Prospect Park, the neighborhood offers convenient access to green space. The real estate market features a mix of historic townhouses, cooperatives, and modern condominiums, within walking distance of the park.
Park Slope Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
92
Median Asking Price
$1.76M
Median $/Sqft
$1,441
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
12
Price Reduced
12%
Sold (30 Days)
22
Median Sale Price
$1.68M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/31/26, 1:56 PM EST
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Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Jackie Torren
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