40 Schaefer Street, Unit 1B











40 Schaefer Street, Unit 1B, Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Description
This remarkable one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom home spans 1,145 square feet across two levels, including 634 square feet on the main floor and 511 square feet of versatile recreation space below, ideal for entertaining, working, or relaxing in style.
Step inside to find...Introducing Unit 1B at 40 Schaefer Street — a truly one-of-a-kind duplex residence with an expansive private backyard, offering the perfect blend of indoor-outdoor living at the intersection of Bedford-Stuyvesant and Bushwick.
This remarkable one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom home spans 1,145 square feet across two levels, including 634 square feet on the main floor and 511 square feet of versatile recreation space below, ideal for entertaining, working, or relaxing in style.
Step inside to find floor-to-ceiling Pella windows that flood the home with natural light, wide-plank hardwood floors, and tall ceilings with recessed lighting. The open-concept living area seamlessly connects to a sleek kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and a waterfall peninsula with bar seating.
Downstairs, the spacious recreation level offers flexible living options—think media lounge, home gym, or workspace—and includes a convenient powder room. Upstairs, the king-size bedroom features a large closet and easy access to a beautifully tiled full bathroom with a modern vanity and glass-enclosed soaking tub.
But the real showstopper? A massive, private backyard oasis featuring pavers, lush artificial grass, custom bench seating, and planter boxes—perfect for summer gatherings, weekend brunches, or simply unwinding under the sky.
Additional highlights include an in-unit washer-dryer, central HVAC, and ample storage throughout.
40 Schaefer Street is a boutique new development with just two homes per floor, intercom entry, elevator, garbage chute, and a shared rooftop deck with sweeping Manhattan skyline views.
Located on a tree-lined residential street at the vibrant border of Bed-Stuy and Bushwick, you're moments from eclectic restaurants, nightlife, and art spaces, with easy access to Highland Park, Ridgewood Reservoir, and multiple subway lines including the J/Z, L, and A/C.
Please note, photos have been virtually staged.
*The common charges and taxes shown reflect a sponsor concession delivered at closing, equal to 50% of two years of common charges and taxes.
Amenities
40 Schaefer Street, Unit 1B
- Private Patio
- Private Yard
- Common Roof Deck
- Hardwood Floors
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Oversized Windows
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Central AC
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Electric Oven
- Total Renovation
- Open Kitchen
- Southern Exposure
- Recessed Lighting
- Central Heating
- Electric Stove
- Island Kitchen
- Midrise
- Tile Floors
- Intercom
- Freezer
- Laundry in Every Unit
- Refrigerator
- Dual Pane Windows
- Full Basement
- Southeastern Exposure
- Kitchen Dining
Location
Listing Courtesy of: Joshua Golan (Listing Agent, Compass), Kristina Kashari (Alternative Listing Agent, Compass), Thomas Walker (Alternative Listing Agent, Compass), Adam Sadel (Alternative Listing Agent, Compass), The Golan Team (Alternative Listing Agent, Compass).
$5,608 per month
$4,693
$558
$357
Property information
40 Schaefer Street, Unit 1B
Property Details
- Taxes: $558 / month
- Min. Down Pymt: 3%
- Total Rooms: 4.0
- County: Kings County
- Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2.5%
Building Information
- Building/Complex: 40 Schaefer St
- Floor: 1
- Stories: 5
- Residences: 10
- Pet Policy: Allowed
- Year Built: 2018
- Building Age: New Development
Property History
40 Schaefer Street, Unit 1B
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | Price Change Manual | $725,000 |
| Sep 11, 2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $750,000 |
| Sep 11, 2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $750,000 |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| Apr 15, 2026 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| Apr 15, 2026 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $699,000 |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $699,000 |
| Dec 18, 2025 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| Sep 18, 2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $699,000 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2026 | Price Change Manual | $725,000 |
| 09/11/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $750,000 |
| 09/11/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $750,000 |
| 08/10/2026 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 08/10/2026 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 04/15/2026 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 04/15/2026 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 03/17/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $699,000 |
| 03/17/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $699,000 |
| 12/18/2025 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 09/18/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $699,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools
Near 40 Schaefer Street, Unit 1B
This home is within New York City Geographic District #32.
- Rated 8 out of 108/10P.S. 45 Horace E GreenePublic · PK-8 · 0.1 mi · Serves this home
- Not ratedNRBushwick Community High SchoolPublic · 9-12 · 0.7 mi · Nearby school
- Rated 5 out of 105/10Evergreen Middle School-Urban ExplorationPublic · 6-8 · 0.3 mi · Serves this home
- Rated 1 out of 101/10P.S. 377 Alejandina B De GautierPublic · PK-5 · 0.6 mi · Nearby school
- Rated 8 out of 108/10Brooklyn School For Math And ResearchPublic · 9-12 · 0.8 mi · Nearby school
- Rated 3 out of 103/10Bushwick School for Social JusticePublic · 9-12 · 0.8 mi · Nearby school
- Not ratedNRSt. Marks Lutheran SchoolsPrivate · PK-8 · 0.2 mi · Nearby school
- Not ratedNROur Lady of Lourdes SchoolPrivate · PK-8 · 0.4 mi · Nearby school
- Not ratedNRPeople's Elementary SchoolPrivate · PK-8 · 0.7 mi · Nearby school
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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