47 Vanderbilt Avenue
Description
As you enter the owner's triplex, up...47 Vanderbilt Avenue, built in 1910, is situated on a tranquil, tree-lined street of row houses in the exclusive Wallabout historic district. This classic Brooklyn brownstone with modern touches has been renovated, it’s the seamless blend of high-end finishes and modern technology nestled in classic brownstone Brooklyn. This beautiful 20-foot wide home is configured as an owner’s triplex with a big backyard and two rental units on the second and third floors.
As you enter the owner's triplex, up the elegant stoop, you are greeted by a very spacious living room with a decorative fireplace, high ceilings, and new oak wood flooring throughout. Passed the living area is a convenient powder room. In the back half of the parlor floor, overlooking the private backyard, is the impeccably renovated island kitchen. The open kitchen is finished with custom grey lacquer cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a full suite of Berzonni appliances including a five-burner stove, double-door 36" fridge, dishwasher, and microwave. This eat-in kitchen is a chef's dream.
Downstairs you’ll find three bedrooms and two full baths. The king-sized primary bedroom faces the tree-lined street and features two windows, two closets, and a large bathroom. The two queen-sized bedrooms are located in the back of the house, facing the backyard, and equipped with closets - one of the bedrooms has a walkout patio that leads to the backyard. The second bathroom is finished with a soaking tub and is adjacent to the laundry area which houses a brand new washer and dryer. The fully finished basement can easily be transformed into a recreational room or media/games room and has another access door to the massive backyard.
The 2nd and 3rd floors are almost identical in size. Each floor-through unit has two bedrooms and two bathrooms with a spacious living area opposite a large Pullman kitchen. These income-producing rental units are also newly renovated and adorned with decorative fireplaces and great natural light and closets throughout.
Located near Fort Greene Park, New York City's only Wegmans and great establishments such as Brooklyn Roasting Company, Russ and Daughters, and Le Pettit Monstre to name a few. The fastest commute to Manhattan is just down the street with the NYC Ferry that transports you to Wall Street in 10 minutes. Perfectly situated at the crossroads of Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, and the Brooklyn Navy Yard, this stunning updated three-family gem awaits the savvy buyer.
Listing Agent
![Tali Berzak]()
tali@compass.comP: (917)-246-8581
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Private Patio
- Private Yard
- Patio
- Deck
- Decorative Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
Property Details for 47 Vanderbilt Avenue
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 56 |
| Taxes | $378 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | 20% |
| Total Rooms | 17.5 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | House/Building |
| Year Built | 1910 |
| Lot Size | 2,017 SF / 20' x 100' |
| County | Kings County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
47 Vanderbilt Ave
Location
Building Information for 47 Vanderbilt Avenue
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$15,170 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$14,792
$378
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1Property History for 47 Vanderbilt Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/20/2022 | Sold Manual | $3,050,000 |
| 12/20/2022 | $3,035,000 +21.5% / yr | |
| 10/17/2022 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 08/22/2022 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,995,000 |
| 03/05/2019 | $1,450,000 | |
| 05/08/2016 | Temporarily Off Market ONEKEY #2763165 | $1,370,000 |
| 05/14/2015 | Listed (Active) ONEKEY #L2763165 | $1,425,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 47 Vanderbilt Avenue
Schools near 47 Vanderbilt Avenue
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 46 Edward C Blum PublicPK to 5 | ||
Fort Green Preparatory Academy Public6 to 8 | ||
Benjamin Banneker Academy Public9 to 12 | ||
Dr Susan S Mckinney Secondary School Of The Arts Public6 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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