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SOLD FOR $10,550,000

· Closed November 6, 2020

52 REMSEN Street #House
Closed For Sale Multi Family

$10,550,000

52 REMSEN Street #House

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10622236

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

8

Bedrooms

6.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1844

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 8
Bathrooms 6 full, 2 half
Lot Size 2,500 sq ft
Year Built 1844
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights

Property Highlights

  • Views: Park Greenbelt
  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Outdoor Space: Building Terrace, Terrace

Property Details

Type Multi Family
Total Rooms 15
Baths 5 Full, 2 Half
View Park Greenbelt
Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Year Built 1844
Lot Size 2,500 sq ft

Description

In person & FaceTime showings available A once in a lifetime offering to own a truly remarkable Brooklyn property. The park-like property, befitting a home of this stature is rarely if ever, found of Brooklyn. This glorious 7,675 SF, 25' wide home is situated on a double lot that extends from Remsen Street with the backside of the property bordering onto Grace Court. The picturesque rear yard looks onto the stone side facade of Grace Church, creating a very private lush green garden setting. This townhouse's unique design with side windows on the first three floors is flooded with natural light all the way to the center of the home. Soaring 11'4” ceiling heights at the parlor level, accented with full heighted arched doorways, barrel ceiling and a grand center hall staircase leading up to the bedrooms above and the garden level below. Totally unique full glass front windows which makes this home a standout from all the others on this beautiful block. Nine fireplaces throughout the home. The cellar is approximately 1,950 SF (which is not included in overall square footage) and the exterior outdoor space is approximately 3,050 SF. The garden level with its own separate entrance features 2 bedrooms, a full bath, powder room, laundry room and a mud room with access to the backyard. The parlor level has a formal living and dining rooms that are surrounded by large windows, a huge eat-in kitchen with access to the backyard which surely make this the central hub of this special home. The third floor of the house is highlighted with an en-suite master bedroom, as well as two additional bedrooms with a full bath. Currently this home is set up as two separate units, with an entry hall stair that provides direct access to the 4th floor and 5th floor duplex. This duplex apartment is configured as a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath which features a large kitchen, dining/ living area, alcove office area all adjacent to private outdoor rooftop terrace. Situated in the heart of Brooklyn Heights, 52 Remsen Street is located on landmarked, quiet, tree lined street. Close proximity to the Brooklyn Height Promenade, Cadman Plaza Brooklyn Bridge Park, local cafes, restaurants and shops. Brooklyn Heights offers multiple transportation R/2/3/4/5/A/C and the Water Ferry as well as parking options.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Den Separate Formal Dining Room Entrance Foyer

Exterior Features

Building Garden Building Roof Deck Garden Building Terrace Terrace

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Total Units 3
Stories 3

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, 10:41 AM EST

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52 REMSEN Street #House, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10622236
First Listed: 11/5/2019
Closed: 11/6/2020
Contract Date: 11/5/2019

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

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