Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds4 baths3,440 sqft$493/sqft
686 Putnam Avenue, Unit TWHS, Bedford-Stuyvesant
Building Info: 686 Putnam Ave, 3 stories, Built 1899
Multi FamilyProperty Type
2,000 sq ftLot Size
1899Year Built
$493/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Classic four story Bedford Stuyvesant brownstone. This fully tenanted three unit property features a two bedroom, two bathroom garden duplex. All apartments have wood floors, original mantelpieces and washer dryer units. Only cosmetic touches are needed as all of the mechanicals were replaced in 2009-2010. Each apartment is also metered separately for heat and hot water as tenants pay their own electric and heating costs. Truly on one of the sweetest tree lined blocks in the Stuyvesant Heights area....Classic four story Bedford Stuyvesant brownstone. This fully tenanted three unit property features a two bedroom, two bathroom garden duplex. All apartments have wood floors, original mantelpieces and washer dryer units. Only cosmetic touches are needed as all of the mechanicals were replaced in 2009-2010. Each apartment is also metered separately for heat and hot water as tenants pay their own electric and heating costs. Truly on one of the sweetest tree lined blocks in the Stuyvesant Heights area. This brownstone is an excellent choice for a future owner-occupant or an investor.
Listing closed: 12/07/2015 05:00 PM

Amenities

  • Private Yard
  • Walk Up
  • Laundry in Building
  • Voice Intercom
  • Northeastern Exposure
  • Southwestern Exposure
  • Lowrise
  • Intercom

Location

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$11,429 per month

30 year fixed, 6.71% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,949

Property Taxes

$480

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property Information for 686 Putnam Avenue, Unit TWHS

Property Details
  • Taxes: $480 / month
  • Min. Down Pymt: 0%
  • Total Rooms: 9.0
  • MLS Type: House/Building
  • County: Kings County
  • Buyer's Agent Compensation: 3%
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Residences: 3
  • Year Built: 1899
  • Building Size: 20' x 42'
  • Building Sq. Ft: 2,520 SF
  • Lot Size: 2,000 SF / 20' x 100'
  • Building Age: Pre-war
  • Building Type: Townhouse

Property History for 686 Putnam Avenue, Unit TWHS

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 7, 2015

Sold

Manual

$1,695,000
Oct 26, 2015

Contract Signed

Manual

$1,695,000
Sep 13, 2015

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,695,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/07/2015

Sold

Manual

$1,695,000
10/26/2015

Contract Signed

Manual

$1,695,000
09/13/2015

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,695,000

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Schools near 686 Putnam Avenue, Unit TWHS

This home is within New York City Geographic District #16.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Ms 267 Math Science And Technology
Public6 to 8

The Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance
Public9 to 12

Ms 35 Stephen Decatur
Public6 to 8

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