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SOLD FOR $500,000

· Closed August 27, 2015

56 Court Street #7-H
Closed For Sale Condo

$500,000

$1,168 per sq ft

56 Court Street #7-H

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10074558

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

Studio

1

Bath

428

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 428 sq ft
Year Built 1927
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $288/mo
Property Taxes $2,328/yr
Neighborhood Brooklyn Heights

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Rooftop
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Exposure West
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street Joralemon Street/Livingston Street
Year Built 1927
Living Area 428 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 265/50

Description

56 Court Apt. 7H is currently the ONLY condominium (investment opportunity: unlimited subletting) available in all of Brooklyn Heights under $1.150 Million (as of 6.11.15).

7H @ 56 Court is a top floor alcove studio/convertible 1 bed with ownership of approx. 450 square feet of private roof space/access, features include; a custom built bookcase/storage system defines living and sleeping areas, hardwood floors, custom wardrobe closet, pass-through kitchen with granite breakfast bar, dishwasher, well-proportioned bathroom and a proper entry foyer with storage closet, central air & heat, approx. 10 foot high ceiling height and skylight, located on the top floor of a pet-friendly, elevator building.

The approx. monthly outlay to own is $2463.00** based on a 30 year fixed mortgage at 4.25%. The after tax-benefit/cost of owning per month (assuming a 40% tax bracket at a 30 year fixed mortgage at 4.25%) is approx. $1655 per month**.
**Please consult with your tax/financial planner for more detailed information; these figures represent an approximate cost.

The average rental price for an alcove studio/1 bedroom in an elevator building is currently $2450, currently less than 20 apartments for rent/available in Brooklyn Heights between $2000-3000 (this can change daily, 6.11.15)

If the rent is too damn high, then you should buy...

This is a real opportunity to invest in an area that is fast becoming the cultural and retail hub of Brooklyn and a key economic center for all of New York City. New retail neighbors include; Equinox, Trader Joe's, Neiman Marcus, Yoga Works, Soul Cycle, Sophie & Ana's Cafe, Shake Shack, Hill Country BBQ, Bare Burger. Neighboring Downtown Brooklyn is also experiencing a boom in development projects in the residential, retail and commercial sectors.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck Rooftop

Building Information

Stories 7
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $288/mo
RE Taxes $2,328/yr ($194/mo)
Sale Price $500,000
Previous Price $485,000

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

63

Median Asking Price

$2.45M

Median $/Sqft

$1,741

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

7

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

9

Median Sale Price

$2.50M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/1/26, 4:37 PM EST

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56 Court Street #7-H, Brooklyn Heights, Kings County • Near Joralemon Street/Livingston Street

MLS® ID: RLS10074558
First Listed: 6/12/2015
Price Changed: 12/9/2015
Closed: 8/27/2015
Contract Date: 6/12/2015

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Jason Saft

Listing Contact: (917) 763-4370

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