779 Putnam Avenue
Description
Originally constructed in 1899, and completely renovated in 2017, this brownstone is 20-feet-wide and has approximately 2900 square feet of living space. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 1 powder room, a large parlor deck, and an expansive, custom...779 Putnam Ave is the inviting two-family townhouse you have been looking for. Cozy up to the wood-burning fireplace or watch the leaves change from your backyard deck, just one of the many features that make this house the epitome of serenity.
Originally constructed in 1899, and completely renovated in 2017, this brownstone is 20-feet-wide and has approximately 2900 square feet of living space. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 1 powder room, a large parlor deck, and an expansive, custom landscaped backyard. From the American Walnut floors to the thoughtfully designed molding and restored mantles, attention to detail can be found throughout this well-appointed home. With lots of exposed brick, coupled with a full security system, Nest thermostats and custom lighting (Lutron and Caseta Wireless), this home is fully move-in ready.
As you enter the owner's three-bedroom duplex, the foyer beckons you with a classic layout into the formal living area and pocket doors lead into the fully appointed kitchen. The living room, with a wood-burning fireplace, offers a great space for entertaining. Past the original pocket doors, the eat-in kitchen features a decorative fireplace, custom cabinetry with butcher's block countertops, and large casement windows looking out to the backyard. With a farmhouse sink and a full complement of appliances including Viking refrigerator, Wolf six-burner stove, and pot-filler, this kitchen is a chef's dream. The backyard garden can be accessed via a large deck off of the kitchen and your evening's relaxation spot is made magical with the twinkle of strategically placed lighting and mature plantings.
Upstairs you'll find 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The elegant master bedroom faces the serene backyard garden and features three windows and double California closets with custom lighting. The sky lit master bath is adorned with marble tiled floors, an expansive double vanity with a backlit mirror, and a glass-enclosed rain shower. As you head down the sky lit hall, you'll pass a laundry room with double stacked LG washer/dryer, a second full bathroom with skylight, adjacent to the two additional and comfortable bedrooms, each with walk-in closets.
The private, finished basement can be accessed through an interior staircase just past the parlor floor powder room. This area has been transformed into a comfortable entertainment space, great for watching this season’s games. There is a separate garden floor unit with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath (with washer/dryer hookup), full kitchen, living room, private entrance and access to the serene backyard. This unit can serve as an income-producing property, an in-law apartment, a separate living quarters for those with dependent adult children, or a home office space.
This masterfully re-imagined townhouse is located on a beautiful, tree-lined street in the heart of Stuyvesant Heights. You are moments away from great dining establishments such as L'Antagoniste, Chez Oskar, The Willy, Saraghina's, and Peaches as well as three local parks that feature playgrounds, basketball and tennis courts. There is a grocery store as well as a brand new children’s daycare/playground on the corner of Malcolm X and Putnam. Nearby public transportation includes the A/C & J trains or the Halsey B26, and JFK is a short 20-minute drive. Additionally, the acclaimed Coop School recently opened a few short blocks away, which is quickly becoming a draw to the neighborhood.
Listing Agent
![Tali Berzak]()
tali@compass.comP: (917)-246-8581
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Deck
- Common Garden
- Common Outdoor Space
- Exposed Brick
- Working Fireplace
- Built-Ins
- Hardwood Floors
Property Details for 779 Putnam Avenue
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 158 |
| Taxes | $452 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 11.0 |
| 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 | 2.5% |
Building
779 Putnam Ave
Location
Building Information for 779 Putnam Avenue
Payment Calculator
$12,378 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$11,926
$452
$0
Property History for 779 Putnam Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 06/01/2020 | Sold Manual | $2,250,000 |
| 05/29/2020 | $2,175,000 +5.0% / yr | |
| 03/13/2020 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 10/07/2019 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,250,000 |
| 08/15/2017 | $1,900,000 +213.3% / yr | |
| 12/19/2016 | Sold BKMLS #402705 | $900,000 |
| 12/19/2016 | Contract Signed BKMLS #402705 | — |
| 12/19/2016 | $900,000 +6.4% / yr | |
| 07/28/2016 | Listed (Active) BKMLS #402705 | $1,300,000 |
| 10/01/2004 | $420,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 779 Putnam Avenue
Schools near 779 Putnam Avenue
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 | ||
Jhs 57 Whitelaw Reid 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.
Neighborhood Map and Transit
Similar Homes
Similar Sold Homes
Explore Nearby Homes
- Bedford-Stuyvesant Homes for Sale
- Bushwick Homes for Sale
- Northern Brooklyn Homes for Sale
- Ocean Hill Homes for Sale
- Stuyvesant Heights Homes for Sale
- Ridgewood Homes for Sale
- Northwestern Queens Homes for Sale
- Williamsburg Homes for Sale
- East Williamsburg Homes for Sale
- Glendale Homes for Sale
- Central Brooklyn Homes for Sale
- Crown Heights Homes for Sale
- Weeksville Homes for Sale
- Maspeth Homes for Sale
- Clinton Hill Homes for Sale
- Brooklyn Homes for Sale
- New York Homes for Sale
- Queens Homes for Sale
- Manhattan Homes for Sale
- Jersey City Homes for Sale
- Hoboken Homes for Sale
- Weehawken Homes for Sale
- Bayonne Homes for Sale
- Union City Homes for Sale
- West New York Homes for Sale
- Bronx Homes for Sale
- Guttenberg Homes for Sale
- North Bergen Homes for Sale
- Staten Island Homes for Sale
- Edgewater Homes for Sale
- 11206 Homes for Sale
- 11207 Homes for Sale
- 11237 Homes for Sale
- 11233 Homes for Sale
- 11216 Homes for Sale
- 11385 Homes for Sale
- 11213 Homes for Sale
- 11205 Homes for Sale
- 11238 Homes for Sale
- 11249 Homes for Sale
- 11211 Homes for Sale
- 11378 Homes for Sale
- 11212 Homes for Sale
- 11208 Homes for Sale
- 11225 Homes for Sale
No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.
This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., All rights reserved. The source of the displayed data is either the property owner or public record provided by non-governmental third parties. It is believed to be reliable but not guaranteed. This information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the IDX Program of OneKey® MLS. Information Copyright 2026, OneKey® MLS. All data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Compass. See Terms of Service for additional restrictions. Compass · Tel: 212-913-9058 · New York, NY Listing information for certain New York City properties provided courtesy of the Real Estate Board of New York’s Residential Listing Service (the "RLS"). The information contained in this listing has not been verified by the RLS and should be verified by the consumer. The listing information provided here is for the consumer’s personal, non-commercial use. Retransmission, redistribution or copying of this listing information is strictly prohibited except in connection with a consumer's consideration of the purchase and/or sale of an individual property. This listing information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., all rights reserved. This information is not guaranteed, should be independently verified and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Offers of compensation set forth here are for other RLSParticipants only and may not reflect other agreements between a consumer and their broker.©2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., All rights reserved.