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SOLD FOR $2,100,000

· Closed November 6, 2019

1271 Bergen Street

$2,100,000

$640 per sq ft

1271 Bergen Street

Crown Heights, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10569136

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Listing by MNS

7

Bedrooms

4

Baths

3,281

Sq. Ft.

1899

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 4
Living Area 3,281 sq ft
Year Built 1899
Neighborhood Crown Heights

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Outdoor Space: Building Patio, Patio
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 9
Baths 4 Full
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Pets Yes
Cross Street Kingston Avenue/Brooklyn Avenue
Year Built 1899
Living Area 3,281 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 01215-0065
Block/Lot 1215/65

Description

There are those truly special homes that evoke real emotion, that feeling you get inside when you know you're experiencing a piece of history. Welcome to 1271 Bergen street in the center of the Crown Heights North Historic District.  This 4 story, 3 family barrel front limestone and brick master piece has been meticulously cared for by its many stewards over the past 125 years.  Original details abound, inlaid oak and mahogany hardwoods, floor to ceiling pier mirror with mahogany casing and wainscoting, and unbelievable stained glass pocket doors that are simply perfection.  It gets better, every window on the parlor level (front and rear) feature elaborate stained & leaded glass transoms with the original oak shutters, the condition is A+. All of the kitchens and bathrooms have been tastefully renovated with custom kitchen, solid surface countertops, and stainless steel appliances.  The 100 foot deep lot provides a true backyard sanctuary, perfect for entertaining under the sweet scent of the historic magnolia tree that has been growing for the better part of a century. The stately homes sit at 3,281 interior sqft., but as of right can be expanded to over 4,500 sqft. 


Steps to the Brooklyn Children's museum and Brower park, as well as the LIRR, and the 2, 3, 4, A & C lines. Walk score has rank this location at 94, with a bike score of 91, and a transit score of 100 making this an ideal location for the modern day New Yorker. From quick bites to the trendiest of dining and nightlife hot spots, just a quick brownstone and tree lined stroll puts some of the city best options right at your finger tips.  Chavela's, CATFISH, Barbonchino, Bunsmith,Silverfish, King Tai are all on our list of top picks.  Come to see what living in a landmarked NYC treasure feels like.

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features

Garden Building Patio Patio

Building Information

Stories 4
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 3/27/26, 5:33 PM EST

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1271 Bergen Street, Crown Heights, Kings County • Near Kingston Avenue/Brooklyn Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10569136
First Listed: 11/23/2018
Closed: 11/6/2019
Contract Date: 11/22/2018

Listing Courtesy of MNS - Justin Daly

Listing Contact: (917) 903-7528

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