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SOLD FOR $1,850,000

· Closed July 21, 2016

856 St Johns Place #0

$1,850,000

$833 per sq ft

856 St Johns Place #0

Crown Heights, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10471877

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

3

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

2,220

Sq. Ft.

1901

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Living Area 2,220 sq ft
Year Built 1901
Neighborhood Crown Heights
Floor 3 of 2

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1901)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 7
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Floor 3 of 2
Pets Yes
Cross Street Nostrand Avenue & New York Avenue
Year Built 1901
Living Area 2,220 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar

Description

Considered to be one of the prettiest homes on the block, this 3 story limestone home reflects a perfect combination of old world charm and modern living.Much of the original elements remain and have been lovingly restored including 3 gas fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, pocket doors, pier mirrors, and wainscoting complimented with new hardwood flooring throughout, renovated kitchen, bathrooms and windows.With a blue stone covered front entrance on the garden level, enjoy a formal English Tudor style dining room complete with original cabinetry and an open and modern kitchen with walk-in pantry that leads out to a generous and extra deep landscaped garden that features a pergola and an elevated deck ideal for entertaining.A gracious parlor level boasts a large and open living room with extra high arched ceilings accented with pocket doors leading to a lounge/ bedroom with half bathroom.Beautiful & sky-lighted center staircase leads to the top floor that includes 2 large bedrooms with ample and specially designed closets and an extra room that can function as an office or additional bedroom and fully renovated windowed bathroom with original claw foot bathtub.This home also features a full basement that includes w/d and updated mechanicals.Conveniently located to the 2/3/4/5 trains and everything that Crown Heights has to offer including Two Saints, Lula Bagels and Cafe Colina to name a few, Franklin Ave shops and restaurants and a short distance to Prospect Park, Brooklyn Musuem & Botanical Gardens and Brooklyn Library.* First showings/ Open house June 12th 12-3pm.

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features

Garden

Building Information

Total Units 1
Stories 2
Style Prewar

Crown Heights is a dynamic and architecturally rich neighborhood in the heart of Brooklyn. Famous for its grand boulevards and impressive collection of pre-war apartment buildings and brownstones, the area offers a sense of scale and history. Residents enjoy proximity to the Brooklyn Museum, the Botanic Garden, and a thriving restaurant scene along Franklin and Nostrand Avenues, making it a popular choice for those seeking space and culture.

Crown Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

80

Median Asking Price

$1.43M

Median $/Sqft

$1,153

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

13

Price Reduced

18%

Sold (30 Days)

14

Median Sale Price

$1.17M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/28/26, 7:27 PM EST

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856 St Johns Place #0, Crown Heights, Kings County • Near Nostrand Avenue & New York Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10471877
First Listed: 6/1/2016
Price Changed: 7/21/2016
Closed: 7/21/2016
Contract Date: 6/1/2016

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Justin Dupree

Listing Contact: (917) 757-1348

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