SOLD FOR $2,700,000
Listed at $2,800,000 · Sold 3.6% below asking · Closed January 7, 2019
$2,800,000
294 St James Place
MLS® #RLS10430481
Listing by The Corcoran Group
5
Bedrooms
5
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1910
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1910)
Property Details
Description
This charming brownstone is located on a quiet tree-lined, beautiful block in the heart of Clinton Hill. Built in 1910, this 4,200 square feet, five-story, four-family home comes with original fireplaces, moldings and wood flooring. New front lacquer door in the entryway welcomes you to an owner's duplex on the parlor and lower floors and three separate income generating rental units on the top three floors. This home is currently set up as a perfect opportunity for buyers and investors looking to acquire a lovely home plus income-generating rental property or easily convert it into a beautiful single-family town home. Townhouse can be delivered vacant.OWNER'S DUPLEX UNIT:Enter the owner's duplex by one of the two private entrances. You will be greeted up the stairs to the parlor level by a gorgeous custom-made red lacquer solid wood door and a mosaic patterned cement floor tile that welcomes you to an open living and dining room accentuated by an original fireplace mantel, high ceiling and original wood floors. Open concept kitchen serves a bar area and a bright intimate seating area. On the lower floor entrance, you will find the master bedroom with walk-in closet, a great master bath, washer/dryer closet, hallway closet and a large second bedroom with double closet space. Step out onto the luscious landscaped backyard garden and be greeted by an outdoor space perfect for al fresco dinner parties, summer BBQs and simple stargazing. This duplex is very luminous with natural sunlight and exposures to the east and west.SECOND, THIRD AND PENTHOUSE FLOORS: All three income producing floors are configured with an open kitchen with a living and dining room facing St. James Place and a large one bedroom plus one full bathroom facing a quiet garden on the back. All apartments include wood floors, wall picture moldings and plentiful of closet space. Washer/dryer in some units. Penthouse floor is accentuated with multiple skylights that bask the space in natural sunlight. Rental income provided upon request.Additional Details include: 2-zone gas heat, A/C window units, repointing of mortar, new roof, unfinished large basement that could be easily converted into additional living space.Transportation options: A, C, G, 2, 3, 4, 5, S, B, D, N, Q and R trains. Easy parking. Located a stroll away from great restaurants like: Michelin starred The Finch, FAUN, Locanda Vini & Olli, Aita, Ottway, Roman's and Chuko Ramen among other culinary gems and main Brooklyn attractions.
Building Information
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
54
Median Asking Price
$1.06M
Median $/Sqft
$1,154
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
3
Price Reduced
31%
Sold (30 Days)
15
Median Sale Price
$1.07M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/26/26, 4:15 PM EST
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Location
294 St James Place, Clinton Hill, Kings County • Near Atlantic Avenue & Fulton Street
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