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SOLD FOR $400,000

· Closed August 26, 2025

85 Livingston Street #5J
Closed For Sale Co-op

$400,000

85 Livingston Street #5J

Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS20018060

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1964

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1964
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $998/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Downtown Brooklyn
Floor 5 of 18

Property Highlights

  • Climate Control: Central Air
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 1
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 18
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1964
Parking Garage Available
Parking Features Garage
Structure Type MultiFamily
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 00266-0012-00085-000-000005J
Block/Lot 00266/0012

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 22, 2025 $429,000 -
Price Reduced Aug 26, 2025 $416,000 -3.0%
Currently May 28, 2026 $400,000 -3.8%

Description

Live in Style Without Breaking the Bank! Why pay sky-high prices for new construction when you can have it all at 85 Livingston? This studio apartment in a full-service doorman building offers a modern feel at a fraction of the cost. Apartment Highlights: Wide plank white oak floors throughout Bonus: ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED (electric, gas, water, heat, and air) Building Perks: 24-hour doorman, live-in super, and full maintenance staff Card-operated laundry Bike & private storage available On-site monthly parking (based on availability) Pet-friendly, co-purchasing, and guarantors allowed Perfectly situated at the crossroads of Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn, Boerum Hill, and Cobble Hill, you’re steps from Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, the Borough Hall farmer’s market, and iconic Brooklyn Bridge Park. With 2,3,4,5,A,C,F & R trains nearby, Manhattan is just minutes away. Additional Costs: $69.14 operating assessment (pending commercial space occupancy) $133.66 capital assessment through 2026 (for lobby, windows, gym, roof deck & more) Approx. 66% of maintenance is tax deductible. This is Brooklyn living at its best—without the new construction markup.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common On Floor Common Area

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 238
Stories 18
Structure MultiFamily

Financial Details

Maintenance $998/mo
Original Price $429,000
Sale Price $400,000
Previous Price $416,000

Downtown Brooklyn features a mixture of historic brownstones and modern high-rise architecture. The area is built around major transit hubs, including LIRR access and multiple subway lines. Residents benefit from green space in Brooklyn Bridge Park and prominent local landmarks.

Downtown Brooklyn Live Market Data

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Active Listings

93

Median Asking Price

$1.42M

Median $/Sqft

$1,430

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

13

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

7

Median Sale Price

$940K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/28/26, 5:54 PM EST

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Location

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85 Livingston Street #5J, Downtown Brooklyn, Kings County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1964
Year Built
62 years old
18
Floors
238
Residential Units
C5-2A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $23,409,450
Land Value: $1,471,500
Exemptions: $202,476

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 21,841 SF
Building Area: 229,084 SF
Built FAR: 10.49
Allowed FAR: 10

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $998 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1964, making it approximately 62 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS20018060
First Listed: 4/22/2025
On Market: 4/22/2025
Price Changed: 8/26/2025
Closed: 8/26/2025
Contract Date: 4/15/2025

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Keiko Matsumura

Listing Contact: (646) 327-1121

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