161 Columbia Street, Unit PHA
Description
This home has three spacious bedrooms, three exclusive outdoor spaces and the privacy that only the top floor can provide. The main level has western exposed oversized industrial...A truly special 8-unit boutique property located in Columbia Waterfront District (Cobble Hill West) with exciting views of the river and skyline. PHA is a one-of-kind 1519 sqft penthouse duplex with expansive private roof decks facing west towards the East River, Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty and east facing Brooklyn.
This home has three spacious bedrooms, three exclusive outdoor spaces and the privacy that only the top floor can provide. The main level has western exposed oversized industrial windows with front-row sunset views, an open kitchen, lofty living room, quiet rear bedrooms, balcony off the bedroom, 1.5 baths, 10’ ceilings, wide plank oak floors, and a full-sized vented washer and dryer. The chefs kitchen is outfitted with a Miele appliance package, large pantry, custom light-gray cabinetry, walnut pulls, and Italian marble countertop and backsplash. The bathrooms have marble subway tiles and wall-hung vanities. The airy master bedroom above opens up to the rear facing deck. The windowed en-suite bathroom has a frameless glass walk-in shower, wall hung walnut double vanity and floor to ceiling marble tiling. For guests there is a convenient staircase with direct access is to the front deck keeping the master suite private. There is energy efficient central heating and cooling, a private storage unit in the basement, common bike storage, and a video intercom system. Pet friendly (on approval).
The Columbia Waterfront District location affords breathtaking views, waterfront access, excellent local shopping, outstanding restaurants and community gardens. Across the street is the the Brooklyn Greenway which brings you to Brooklyn Bridge Park just a few blocks away and to Red Hook. Transportation options include Borough Hall in Brooklyn Heights, F & G trains on Smith Street, the ferry at Brooklyn Bridge Park, the B57 and B61 bus lines, and Citi Bike.
Amenities
- Penthouse
- Top Floor
- Primary Ensuite
- City Views
- Open Views
- Water Views
- Balcony
- Private Terrace
Property Details for 161 Columbia Street, Unit PHA
| Status | Rented |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 12 |
| Rental Incentives | No Fee |
| Available Date | 12/01/2020 |
| Lease Term | Lease Length Min/Max: 12-24 mo |
| Furnished | - |
| Total Rooms | 6.0 |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 2016 |
| County | Kings County |
Building
161 Columbia St
Location
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Building Information for 161 Columbia Street, Unit PHA
Property History for 161 Columbia Street, Unit PHA
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2020 | Rented Manual | — | |
| Dec 4, 2020 | Leases Out Manual | — | |
| Dec 3, 2020 | Application Pending Manual | — | |
| Nov 20, 2020 | Listed (Active) Manual | $7,250 | — |
| May 23, 2019 | Rented Manual | — | |
| May 8, 2019 | Leases Out Manual | — | |
| May 6, 2019 | Listed (Active) Manual | $7,950 | — |
| Apr 22, 2019 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — | |
| Apr 22, 2019 | Listed (Active) Manual | $7,950 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2020 | Rented Manual | — |
| 12/04/2020 | Leases Out Manual | — |
| 12/03/2020 | Application Pending Manual | — |
| 11/20/2020 | Listed (Active) Manual | $7,250 |
| 05/23/2019 | Rented Manual | — |
| 05/08/2019 | Leases Out Manual | — |
| 05/06/2019 | Listed (Active) Manual | $7,950 |
| 04/22/2019 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 04/22/2019 | Listed (Active) Manual | $7,950 |
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Schools near 161 Columbia Street, Unit PHA
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 10 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 4 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 29 John M Harrigan PublicPK to 5 | ||
Middle 839 Public6 to 8 | ||
West Brooklyn Community High School Public10 to 12 | ||
School Of Creativity-Innovation PublicPK to 4 |
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