138 State Street
Description
The parlor floor consists of the classic layout of a front living room followed by a rear dining room and fully renovated...Quintessential Brooklyn Heights brick rowhouse providing expansive living space spread over four floors bathed in sunlight from the southern and northern exposures. Constructed in 1843 as part of a row of four Greek Revival style houses, the apartment provides the gracious living spaces that Brownstone Brooklyn is know for along with character-defining interior historic features.
The parlor floor consists of the classic layout of a front living room followed by a rear dining room and fully renovated and outfitted kitchen, all of which have intact historic details including wood floors, plaster details, operable shutters, and distinctive mantels.
The second floor consists of the primary suite at the rear with an ensuite bathroom, walk-in closet and dressing area, and second bedroom / study / office. In addition, a half bathroom accessed from the hallway is included.
The third floor consists of two large bedrooms with closets, a smaller third bedroom, a full bathroom, and large laundry room with washer / dryer and ample storage / workspace.
The fourth floor consists of a large bedroom with closet and smaller second bedroom facing the rear as well as a truly unique open family room / playroom with a soaring ceiling and ample storage. In addition, a full bathroom is included.
Overall, the apartment provides a total of seven bedroom and three and a half bathrooms. Additional features include central air conditioning and an alarm system.
Located on a tree-lined block with four-story masonry rowhouses, with access within blocks to all the shopping and dining that Brooklyn Heights and adjacent Cobble Hill are renowned for, as well as both private and public schools, and the transportation hub that is Downtown Brooklyn with a myriad collection of subway lines (4,5,2,3,R) a short walk away at Borough Hall.
Ready for immediate occupancy and shown by appointment – can be rented with separate garden unit.
Listing Agent
![Jonathan Mellon]()
jonathan.mellon@compass.comP: (912)-660-1591
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Decorative Fireplace
- Crown Mouldings
- Decorative Mouldings
- Private Entrance
- Hardwood Floors
- Oversized Windows
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
Property Details for 138 State Street
| Status | Exclusive Expired |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 63 |
| Rental Incentives | - |
| Costs & Fees | - |
| Available Date | 04/30/2025 |
| Lease Term | Lease Length Min/Max: 12-12 mo |
| Furnished | - |
| Total Rooms | 11.0 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1901 |
| Lot Size | 1,500 SF / 25' x 60' |
| County | Kings County |
Building
138 State St
Location
Building Information for 138 State Street
Property History for 138 State Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/03/2025 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 04/30/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $19,500 |
| 03/27/2014 | — | |
| 02/01/2014 | $15,000 |
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Schools near 138 State Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Zipporiah Mills PublicPK to 5 | ||
School For International Studies Public6 to 12 | ||
Brooklyn Frontiers High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Digital Arts and Cinema Technology High School Public9 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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