Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $1,725,000

· Closed July 28, 2021

42 Monroe Street

$1,725,000

$1,025 per sq ft

42 Monroe Street

Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10660696

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

5

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,683

Sq. Ft.

1899

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,683 sq ft
Year Built 1899
Neighborhood Bedford Stuyvesant

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1899)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 8
Baths 2 Full
Pets Yes
Cross Street Classon Avenue/Franklin Avenue
Year Built 1899
Living Area 1,683 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 01987-0031
Block/Lot 1987/31

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 22, 2020 $1,725,000 -
Currently May 6, 2026 $1,725,000 -

Description

Two Family Townhouse Located on the border of Bedford Stuyvesant and Clinton Hill Welcome to 42 Monroe. Situated on a Beautiful tree-lined block, this location gives you access to the best of Bedford Stuyvesant and Clinton Hill. A blank canvas for someone looking to renovate and make this townhome their own. This property is in need of renovation and lends itself to an acquisition/renovation loan candidate. Presently 17 ft wide by 33 ft deep, this property offers an additional 1751 SF to expand.** (Please verify with your architect). Located just three blocks to the subway and near all restaurants and shopping these two amazing neighborhoods have to offer.

Building Information

Bedford/Stuyvesant, in Brooklyn, features a mix of traditional brownstone row houses and mid-rise apartment buildings. Local amenities include proximity to major parks and robust access via subway lines, such as the L and J/Z trains. The area retains much of its historic architecture alongside newer residential developments.

Bedford Stuyvesant Live Market Data

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Active Listings

100

Median Asking Price

$1.26M

Median $/Sqft

$935

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

10

Price Reduced

18%

Sold (30 Days)

14

Median Sale Price

$1.90M

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Location

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42 Monroe Street, Bedford Stuyvesant, Kings County • Near Classon Avenue/Franklin Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1899
Year Built
127 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R6B
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $96,600
Land Value: $16,560
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 1,717 SF
Building Area: 2,300 SF
Built FAR: 1.34
Allowed FAR: 2

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

This property has 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,683 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1899, making it approximately 127 years old.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,725,000 for 1,683 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,025. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10660696
First Listed: 8/22/2020
Price Changed: 8/4/2021
Closed: 7/28/2021
Contract Date: 8/23/2020

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Keith Arthur

Listing Contact: (718) 344-9142

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