226 St James Place, Unit 2L














Description
This unique building is easily recognizable as the childhood home of world-famous and Brooklyn-bred musician, Biggie Smalls. Apart from it’s historic relevance to music and the culture of Brooklyn, this building is also situated in close proximity to a wide array of grocery stores, boutiques, trendy bars and restaurants while just blocks away from the A/C/G train lines.
As you enter the unit’s foyer, you immediately notice stunning original hardwood flooring in excellent condition, custom crown molding, incredibly high ceilings and plenty of charming heritage accents that lend a unique flair to this 3BD/1BA condo. The sizable living room features stunning bay windows that flood the room with daylight and that is perfect for entertaining. Additionally, adjacent to the living room you will find a cozy private study that is perfect for use as a home office, den or an additional sleeping area.
The primary bedroom features double closets, while secondary bedrooms feature large windows and ample storage space. The chef kitchen features granite countertops, custom cabinets and plenty of prep space. Host in the centrally-located dining room with large windows, coffered ceilings and custom flooring.
Culture, history, remarkable dining & entertainment, and beautiful functional living come together in this rare opportunity. Welcome home!
*25-year tax abatement with 8 years remaining*
Amenities
- Floor Thru
- Common Roof Deck
- Common Garden
- Crown Mouldings
- Decorative Mouldings
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Bay Windows
Property Details for 226 St James Place, Unit 2L
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 77 |
| Taxes | $577 / month |
| Common Charges | $590 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | - |
| Total Rooms | 7.0 |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Condominium |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| County | Kings County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 3% |
Building
226 St James Pl
Location
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Building Information for 226 St James Place, Unit 2L
Payment Calculator
$7,023 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$5,856
$577
$590
Property History for 226 St James Place, Unit 2L
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2022 | Sold Manual | $1,200,000 |
| 02/24/2022 | $1,185,000 +3.7% / yr | |
| 12/17/2021 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 09/30/2021 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,200,000 |
| 04/14/2015 | $925,000 | |
| 04/14/2015 | $925,000 +7.9% / yr | |
| 11/27/2014 | $855,000 | |
| 01/21/2005 | $424,866 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 226 St James Place, Unit 2L
Schools near 226 St James Place, Unit 2L
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. 56 Lewis H Latimer PublicPK to 5 | ||
Urban Assembly Unison School (The) Public6 to 8 | ||
GOTHAM PROFESSIONAL ARTS ACADEMY Public9 to 12 | ||
Ms 113 Ronald Edmonds Learning Center 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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