451 Decatur Street
Description
With its delightful porch and lush front garden, the townhouse displays a welcoming and picturesque entrance for both residents and visitors. The lower duplex living room greets you with South facing floor-to-ceiling...Presenting 451 Decatur Street, a charming two-family home nestled in the tree-lined Ocean Hill neighborhood of Bedford Stuyvesant. This unique and stunning Queen Anne home stands as a rare architectural style for the area, offering a perfect blend of historical appeal and modern comfort.
With its delightful porch and lush front garden, the townhouse displays a welcoming and picturesque entrance for both residents and visitors. The lower duplex living room greets you with South facing floor-to-ceiling bay windows, providing abundant natural light and a serene view. The exposed white brick wall adds character and a touch of contemporary style to the living space. The open kitchen, featuring granite countertops, a gas stove, dishwasher, and a washer and dryer, seamlessly connects to the living room, creating a harmonious and functional layout. An additional room behind the kitchen offers versatility, serving as a potential dining room or office space, catering to various lifestyle needs.This unit includes a windowed bathroom and a bedroom leading out to the tranquil garden, offering a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life.
Enter the upper duplex where the staircase leads you to the open living room and kitchen with a white brick wall, granite countertops, gas stove, and dishwasher, along with two skylights in the living room, creating a bright and visually enchanting living space. A full bathroom with a tub and primary bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and shower complete this floor with two additional bright bedrooms with closets on the top floor.
The house sits on a 20 ft x 100 ft lot, with the potential for expansion due to a substantial amount of FAR that can be built up, offering future development opportunities.
Conveniently located between Patchen and Ralph Avenues, the property is just minutes away from the A or C trains at Utica Avenue or the C train at Ralph Avenue, providing easy access to transportation. Nearby you'll find a great eateries like September coffee shop, Sonora Restaurant & Bar, Cuts & Slices, Sofia & Grace Cookie Company and many others. There's also a grocery store, a pharmacy, and Saratoga Park is nearby for outdoor recreation.
451 Decatur Street presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of history while also reaping the rewards of modern comfort, convenience, and potential for future growth. Whether seeking a charming residence with rental potential or a smart investment property, this home is poised to fulfill a variety of lifestyle and financial goals.
Listing Agents
![Mara Ingram]()
mara.ingram@compass.comP: (917)-804-6082
![Zeve Salman]()
zeve.salman@compass.comP: (917)-607-1331
Amenities
- Private Yard
- Exposed Brick
- Private Entrance
- Hardwood Floors
- Washer / Dryer
- Window AC can be Installed
- Dishwasher
- Media / Recreation Room
Property Details for 451 Decatur Street
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 84 |
| Taxes | $590 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | - |
| Total Rooms | 8.0 |
| Compass Type | Multi Family |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1899 |
| Lot Size | 2,000 SF / 20' x 100' |
| County | Kings County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
451 Decatur St
Location
Building Information for 451 Decatur Street
Payment Calculator
$9,340 per month
30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest
$8,750
$590
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Property History for 451 Decatur Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2024 | Sold Manual | $1,670,000 |
| 11/27/2024 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 09/03/2024 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,795,000 |
| 08/16/2012 | Sold RLS #RPLU-7438212033 | $499,000 |
| 08/16/2012 | $499,000 | |
| 03/29/2012 | Listed (Active) RLS #RPLU-7438212033 | $479,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 451 Decatur Street
Schools near 451 Decatur Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 10 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair PublicPK to 5 | ||
Ms 267 Math Science And Technology Public6 to 8 | ||
Research And Service High School Public10 to 12 | ||
Boys and Girls High School Public9 to 12 |
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