721 Monroe Street
Description
As you enter the parlor level of the home you are welcomed by captivating natural light that compliments...Stroll down quaint Monroe Street and you’ll be greeted by a quintessential Brooklyn Brownstone, 721 Monroe. This elegant townhouse has been gut-renovated and designed to showcase historic details while effortlessly blending contemporary appeal. Featuring an owner’s duplex, a garden apartment, and private outdoor space, this townhouse is a spectacular opportunity for homebuyers and investors alike.
As you enter the parlor level of the home you are welcomed by captivating natural light that compliments the soaring 11-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and historically preserved fireplace. The open floorplan provides the perfect space for peaceful relaxation and gracious entertaining. The gorgeous powder room and coat closet add effortless ease.
The rear of the parlor level is dedicated to a stunning kitchen outfitted with sleek cabinetry, a massive calacatta marble island, and premium stainless-steel appliances that include a vented gas cooktop, Viking refrigerator, Bertazzoni oven, built-in microwave, dishwasher and wine refrigerator. Heated kitchen floors and a surround sound speaker system are the cherry on top of this luxurious kitchen.
A wall of windows opens from the kitchen to the deck which provides private outdoor space, perfect for al fresco dining. The deck leads you to a beautifully landscaped yard and patio that includes integrated speakers, water and gas hookups.
Travel upstairs to the sun-drenched upper level that is filled with natural light, thanks to the three large skylights. The serene master suite boasts a custom walk-in closet and a spa-inspired marble bathroom with radiant heat floors, a soaking tub, a frameless glass rain shower, wide double vanity and towel warmer. Two large secondary bedrooms share a second full bathroom, and a laundry closet.
Additionally, a massive finished basement delivers a huge 700-square-foot rec room and a half-bath, creating a flexible space for a home office, gym, playroom, media room or whatever may suite your lifestyle.
The 800-square-foot garden apartment is equally well-appointed and offers a bright living room and open corner kitchen. The large master suite with walk-in closet and en suite bath opens to a private patio. There's a second bedroom and full bathroom, plus in-unit laundry and extra closet space.
Central air and heating provide year-round comfort in the owner's unit while the garden unit features zoned heating and cooling.
Perfectly positioned at the border of Bedford-Stuyvesant and Bushwick, this exceptional home is surrounded by amazing dining, nightlife and art galleries. Transportation is a breeze with J/Z and A/C trains all within 15 minutes of your front door.
Listing Agents
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Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Private Terrace
- Private Patio
- Private Yard
- Patio
- Deck
- Decorative Fireplace
- Sound System
Property Details for 721 Monroe Street
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 106 |
| Taxes | $367 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | - |
| Total Rooms | 12.0 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | House/Building |
| Year Built | 1899 |
| Lot Size | 2,000 SF / 20' x 100' |
| County | Kings County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.25% |
Building
721 Monroe St
Location
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Building Information for 721 Monroe Street
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$10,115 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$9,748
$367
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1Property History for 721 Monroe Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2022 | Temporarily Off Market BKMLS #437404 | — |
| 04/23/2021 | Sold Manual | $1,999,999 |
| 04/23/2021 | $1,999,999 | |
| 04/23/2021 | $1,999,999 +45.9% / yr | |
| 04/08/2021 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 04/01/2021 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,997,000 |
| 04/01/2021 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 03/31/2021 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,997,000 |
| 03/31/2021 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 12/22/2020 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,998,888 |
| 12/21/2020 | Permanently Off Market BKMLS #437404 | — |
| 11/16/2020 | Price Change BKMLS #437404 | $1,999,999 |
| 03/10/2020 | Listed (Active) BKMLS #437404 | $2,099,900 |
| 03/09/2020 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 01/22/2020 | Price Change Manual | $2,175,000 |
| 12/19/2019 | Price Change Manual | $2,250,000 |
| 12/19/2019 | Price Change Manual | $2,199,000 |
| 10/21/2019 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,250,000 |
| 03/13/2019 | $900,000 | |
| 09/30/2017 | Temporarily Off Market ONEKEY #2941785 | $1,000,000 |
| 05/26/2017 | Listed (Active) ONEKEY #2941785 | $1,000,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 721 Monroe Street
Schools near 721 Monroe Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 309 George E Wibecan Preparatory Academy PublicPK to 5 | ||
Ms 267 Math Science And Technology Public6 to 8 | ||
The Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance Public9 to 12 | ||
Madiba Prep Middle School Public6 to 8 |
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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