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38 MONROE Place #House

$7,650,000

$1,054 per sq ft

38 MONROE Place #House

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10888923

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Garfield, Leslie J. & Co., Inc.

5

Bedrooms

7.5

Baths

7,260

Sq. Ft.

1861

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 7 full, 4 half
Living Area 7,260 sq ft
Lot Size 2,200 sq ft
Year Built 1861
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Character: Pre-war building (1861)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 12
Baths 5 Full, 4 Half
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Pets Yes
Year Built 1861
Living Area 7,260 sq ft
Lot Size 2,200 sq ft
Parcel # 00238-0019

Description

38 Monroe Place is a mint condition, single-family townhouse set on the widest, tree-lined street in Brooklyn Heights. This grand and stately townhome recently underwent a complete gut renovation and redesign by Architect Jose Ramirez. Number 38 is a historic Italianate brownstone that dates back to the middle of the 19th century, and was once home to Mortimer C. Ogden, Colonel of the famed 23rd Regiment in the United States Civil War. 38 Monroe Place is 22'-wide and 5 stories (plus finished basement), offering over 7,200 square feet of interior living space (6,360 above-grade square feet). This home is adorned with a brownstone facade, a sunken mansion entry, and a gracious forecourt. It consists of five bedrooms, five full bathrooms, and three powder rooms. Excellent ceiling heights and oversized windows provide light throughout and the garden and parlor floor extension creates a gracious and unique layout with ample space for entertainment. Luxurious features include an elevator that services all floors from the basement to the roof; an enormous, open layout chef's kitchen with an en suite living room; a full floor master suite with dressing room, two walk-in closets, and marble bath; and wide plank, Rift White Oak floors throughout the home. There are three sizable outdoor spaces – a planted garden, a fourth floor rear terrace, and a massive roof terrace with sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor, and all of Brooklyn. This luxurious abode is also pre-wired for power shades on all windows and a lighting control system throughout the house. Additionally, it is outfitted with new mechanicals and HVAC systems, with two temperature zones per floor. Monroe Place dates back to the early 1830's and is named after James Monroe, 5th President of the United States. This picturesque street is lined with townhouses and historic architecture and is conveniently positioned only minutes from Manhattan and steps from local schools, charming restaurants and cafes, and the famed Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Located in the heart of New York City's first historic district, 38 Monroe Place is an elegant home that offers palatial space, classic contemporary style, and modern luxury.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area Fireplace

Exterior Features

Building Garden Building Roof Deck Garden

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Total Units 1
Stories 4

Brooklyn Heights is New York City’s first historic district, famous for its grand architecture and the iconic Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Offering some of the most breathtaking views of Lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty, the neighborhood exudes a quiet, old-world elegance. The real estate market is characterized by magnificent pre-war townhouses, sought-after cooperatives, and a select few ultra-luxury waterfront developments along Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Brooklyn Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

65

Median Asking Price

$2.30M

Median $/Sqft

$1,718

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

8

Price Reduced

20%

Sold (30 Days)

8

Median Sale Price

$2.77M

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

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38 MONROE Place #House, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County

MLS® ID: RLS10888923
First Listed: 2/13/2021
Price Changed: 2/13/2021
Closed: 1/22/2021
Contract Date: 2/13/2021

Listing Courtesy of Garfield, Leslie J. & Co., Inc. - Ravi Kantha

Listing Contact: (914) 224-2191

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