494 Monroe Street
$1,300,000
5
3
2,280
2,280
$570
Sold 12/2/20
Description
494 Monroe is a well-maintained Brownstone Charmer with an oasis inspired landscaped backyard. The 2,280 square foot handsome residence currently comprised of 5 bedrooms and 3 baths, highlighting original shutters, classic doors, window moldings, decorative fireplace , banister and spindles.The single family home can be easily converted into a 2 family. Great opportunity to subsidize your mortgage with high monthly rental income and enjoy low real estate taxes at $3597.28/year. Mechanicals are in...494 Monroe is a well-maintained Brownstone Charmer with an oasis inspired landscaped backyard. The 2,280 square foot handsome residence currently comprised of 5 bedrooms and 3 baths, highlighting original shutters, classic doors, window moldings, decorative fireplace , banister and spindles.The single family home can be easily converted into a 2 family. Great opportunity to subsidize your mortgage with high monthly rental income and enjoy low real estate taxes at $3597.28/year. Mechanicals are in excellent condition and include a gas-powered central furnace, forced air heat, and 200-amp electrical service.
FLEXIBILITY/ INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IS KEY! This 3-story property is built 19'x40' and lot dimensions are 19'x100', with an estimated total 2,280 sq. ft. However, with an FAR of 2, there's additional build-able 1520 square footage available to expand on the property. (Please consult an architect). Unfinished basement has external stairway and would make an excellent recreational room for a potential triplex.
Owner Garden level is spacious, featuring a your modern open eat-in kitchen, where you be able to share quality time cooking /family style, and still chat away with your guest in the warmth of your living room. Spiral staircase is located in the middle, and leads you to the privacy of the bedrooms. Three spacious bedrooms with your second full bathroom is located on this level. There is also a straight stairway in the hallway to access the bedroom level. Backyard has been thoughtfully landscape with tall pine trees offering shade and privacy to enjoy your raised decked lounging area.
While this once primarily residential neighborhood still maintains its intimate charm, several excellent restaurants, coffee shops, wine bars and art galleries, such as Zagat rated Peaches, Saraghina, Do or Dine, Besos offer excellent dining experiences. Located a short walk to the A/C subways, Manhattan is just a 20 minute ride away. As well as Citi bike station just down the block !!
FLEXIBILITY/ INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IS KEY! This 3-story property is built 19'x40' and lot dimensions are 19'x100', with an estimated total 2,280 sq. ft. However, with an FAR of 2, there's additional build-able 1520 square footage available to expand on the property. (Please consult an architect). Unfinished basement has external stairway and would make an excellent recreational room for a potential triplex.
Owner Garden level is spacious, featuring a your modern open eat-in kitchen, where you be able to share quality time cooking /family style, and still chat away with your guest in the warmth of your living room. Spiral staircase is located in the middle, and leads you to the privacy of the bedrooms. Three spacious bedrooms with your second full bathroom is located on this level. There is also a straight stairway in the hallway to access the bedroom level. Backyard has been thoughtfully landscape with tall pine trees offering shade and privacy to enjoy your raised decked lounging area.
While this once primarily residential neighborhood still maintains its intimate charm, several excellent restaurants, coffee shops, wine bars and art galleries, such as Zagat rated Peaches, Saraghina, Do or Dine, Besos offer excellent dining experiences. Located a short walk to the A/C subways, Manhattan is just a 20 minute ride away. As well as Citi bike station just down the block !!
Listing Agents
Amenities
- Private Yard
- Patio
- Fence
- Barbecue Area
- Decorative Fireplace
- Crown Mouldings
- Spiral Staircase
- Hardwood Floors
LISTING UPDATED: 04/27/2022 12:05 PM
Property Details for 494 Monroe Street
Status | Sold |
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Days on Market | 232 |
Taxes | $300 / month |
Maintenance | - |
Min. Down Pymt | - |
Total Rooms | 9.0 |
Compass Type | Townhouse |
MLS Type | Single Family |
Year Built | 1905 |
Views | - |
Architectural Style | - |
Lot Size | 1,900 SF / 19' x 100' |
County | Kings County |
Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2% |
Building
Building Information for 494 Monroe Street
Stories2Year Built1905Building Size19' x 40'Building Sq. Ft1,520 SFLot Size1,900 SF / 19' x 100'Building AgePre-warBuilding TypeBrownstoneSenior Community-
Property History for 494 Monroe Street
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 494 Monroe Street
Taxable ValueLand$19,860Additions$66,720Total$86,580
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt2,280 SqFtLot Size1,900 SqFtYear Built1905ZoningR6BAPN3016390011
Schools near 494 Monroe Street
This home is within Nyc Geog District #16 - Brooklyn.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | PK to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 |
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P.S. 308 Clara Cardwell PublicPK to 8 | ||
The Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance Public9 to 12 | ||
Ms 267 Math Science And Technology Public6 to 8 | ||
Ms 35 Stephen Decatur Public6 to 8 |
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