557 St Marks Avenue
MLS® #RLS11000966
Listing by Corcoran Group
5
Bedrooms
3
Baths
2,272
Sq. Ft.
1925
Year Built
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- Character: Pre-war building (1925)
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Description
Welcome to 557 Saint Marks, a two-family townhouse brimming with potential that's primed for both users and developers! Located in the heart of vibrant Crown Heights. this distinguished brick property offers an ideal opportunity to create a personalized masterpiece on an exceptionally desirable block. Adding to its allure and generous lot dimensions of 17' x 128.5', the 2.0 FAR (Floor Area Ratio) allows for approximately 2,100 buildable SF for expansion and development. Remarkably low taxes and its coveted tax-class 1 status make this a sustainable asset for years to come!
The existing layout, consisting of a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom duplex over a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom garden apartment, offers both user-friendliness and the added bonus of an income-producing unit. Common elements include amazing (and multiple) exposures, original parquet wood floors, large windows, and spacious living areas. The expansive backyard on an extra-deep lot fulfills the dreams of a true outdoor lover. A single-family conversion to a triplex layout is easily achievable!
With its unrivaled location nestled between Bedford and Franklin Avenues, 557 Saint Marks offers easy access to an array of cultural and outdoor attractions, including dining options and transportation links, making it a highly desirable property to call home. Nearby subway lines include the A/C/S/2/3/4/5, while Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and Grand Army Plaza are within a mile away. Embrace the opportunity to transform this townhouse into a stunning residence in one of Brooklyn's most sought-after neighborhoods.
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About Crown Heights
View All Crown Heights ListingsCrown 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
70
Median Asking Price
$1.46M
Median $/Sqft
$1,096
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
7
Price Reduced
19%
Sold (30 Days)
12
Median Sale Price
$1.20M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/23/26, 4:03 PM EST
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557 St Marks Avenue, Crown Heights, Kings County
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Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Marvin Chu
Listing Contact: (718) 685-9430
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