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SOLD FOR $6,500,000

· Closed September 13, 2018

261 HENRY Street #House
Closed For Sale Multi Family

$6,500,000

$1,083 per sq ft

261 HENRY Street #House

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10490243

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

7

Bedrooms

5.5

Baths

6,000

Sq. Ft.

1849

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 5 full, 1 half
Living Area 6,000 sq ft
Lot Size 2,320 sq ft
Year Built 1849
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights
Floor 1 of 3

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Building Terrace, Terrace, Balcony

Property Details

Type Multi Family
Total Rooms 15
Baths 4 Full, 1 Half
Floor 1 of 3
View City
Exposure East,West
Pets Yes
Year Built 1849
Living Area 6,000 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 2,320 sq ft
Parcel # 00263-0027

Description

Elegant & Spacious Prime Heights Home Comfortably nestled on a tree-lined Brooklyn Heights block, this pristine, approx. 6,000 sq. ft. townhome boasts considerable size and scale rarely found in New York City, including five floors, a pristine approx. 1,200 cellar, 7 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. This gracious home also includes eight fireplaces, ornate molding, bold columns, pocket doors and an approx. 1,350 sq. ft. private garden. Built in 1844 and owned by the same family for the past 40 years, this Early Greek Revival townhome captures the style and elegance of its' historic time period while blending modern upgrades and conveniences. Currently configured as two separate residences, 261 Henry Street (legal two family) can easily be converted into a single-family home. Upon entering the foyer of the primary 7-bedroom residence', one is immediately welcomed by a spacious living room with soaring approx. 11' ceilings which leads into an equally grand formal dining room. A kitchen, half bath and separate breakfast area are located beyond the dining room, connecting to an outdoor staircase that leads to a tranquil garden. The sun-drenched kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, a double-oven, dishwasher, and marble countertops and backsplash. The second level includes a beautiful library with a fireplace and adjacent bedroom. Down the hall, the large, sun-washed master bedroom includes an ensuite master bath and spacious balcony overlooking the garden. The third floor includes three expansive bedrooms with picturesque windows and a fireplace in two of the three generously-proportioned rooms. Each floor also includes ample storage and closet space throughout. The second residence, is a 1-bedroom garden-level apartment, includes two fireplaces - one in the living room and one in the front-facing large bedroom. The sun-lit kitchen includes a dishwasher, spacious cabinetry, and French doors that open directly into the serene garden. Perfectly positioned in the iconic Brooklyn Heights neighborhood, 261 Henry Street is in close proximity to the famed waterfront Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Brooklyn Bridge Park, coveted shops, impressive restaurants and convenient transportation.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Fireplace

Exterior Features

Building Garden Balcony Garden Building Terrace Terrace Balcony

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Total Units 2
Stories 3
Style Prewar

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)

7

Median Sale Price

$2.77M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/29/26, 8:16 AM EST

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261 HENRY Street #House, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10490243
First Listed: 3/6/2018
Closed: 9/13/2018
Contract Date: 3/6/2018

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Karen Heyman

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