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$14,000,000
House - For Sale

38 Monroe Place

Brooklyn, NY 11201
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
7 Baths, 3 Half Baths
square feet
7200 Sqft
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$73,368
Estimated Monthly
$0
HOA / Fees
0.30%
Cap Rate

About This Property

38 Monroe Place is a magnificent, luxury, mint condition, five story brownstone with an elevator. This 22 foot single-family townhouse is set on the widest street in Brooklyn Heights offering 7,200+ square feet (6,360 above-grade) and has multiple outdoor spaces, including a private rear yard, a 4th floor terrace, and a stunning roof deck with spectacular Manhattan skyline views. Gracious entertaining space with excellent ceiling height and bright large windows give a feeling of space and luxury throughout the home. Five large ensuite bedrooms with walk-in closets, two laundry rooms, two office spaces and a chef's kitchen with open plan sitting and dining areas, offer the ultimate in luxury in a classic modern style. This breathtaking townhome was designed by architect Jose Ramirez and completely gut renovated.

Highlights to note include: an elevator for easy access to all floors including the roof deck, full floor primary suite, wide plank, Rift White Oak floors, two temperature zones per floor, a lighting control system, irrigation system, ADT Alarm system with Audio and Video Intercom, and power shades.

As you enter this elegant home through the gracious foyer, you notice the wood paneled elevator for ease accessing all floors. This flows on to the grand hall with the majestic staircase, lit from above by a central skylight. From here, the chef's kitchen awaits equipped with stainless steel Wolf appliances, including two ovens, a microwave, and warming drawer, as well as a Smeg dishwasher, and a large sub-zero fridge and freezer. There is a spacious dining area, breakfast bar and sitting area all within this huge, open plan space. The paved rear yard is easily accessed and is an ideal spot to enjoy a summertime BBQ. A powder room and bright office space are also provided on this floor.

The parlor floor offers an elegant living room with three floor-to-ceiling windows and excellent ceiling height overlooking tranquil Monroe Place and the Court House gardens. A gas fireplace adds to the luxurious feel. The large dining room benefits from a dumb waiter in the nearby butlers pantry, which has a dishwasher, fridge and freezer drawers, to make entertaining easy. An office which looks out on the garden below, also has a gas fireplace making it an ideal spot to work from home. There is also a powder room.

The third floor is a full floor primary suite, with lofty ceilings, beautiful tree-lined views, a separate spacious sitting room, two walk-in closets and a full marble bathroom. On the fourth floor there are front and rear bedroom suites, a terrace and a laundry room. The top floor provides front and rear bedroom suites. A finished basement provides ample storage, gym space, wine storage, powder room, and another laundry room.

Serene, tree-lined Monroe Place dates back to the 1830's and is named after 5th President of the United States, James Monroe. It is in close proximity to Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Cadman Plaza, the many restaurants and cafes the area boasts. The convenient location is a few short minutes from Manhattan. It is conveniently serviced by subways 2, 3, 4, 5, N, R, B, D.

This spacious, contemporary townhome offers the ultimate in Brooklyn Heights Historic District luxury living.
Unit Size
7,200Ft²
Days on Market
21 days
Land Size
-
Price per sqft
$1,944
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$4,625
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1879
Last updated: 13 hours ago (RLS #COMP-1414057768284297713)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 3, 2023 Listed by Compass $14,000,000
Listed by Compass
Jan 22, 2021 Sold to Sharktail Enterprises Llc $7,650,000
Sold to Sharktail Enterprises Llc
Apr 4, 2014 Sold to 38 Monroe Place Llc $6,301,850
Sold to 38 Monroe Place Llc

Property Highlights

Elevator
Air Conditioning
Interior Details

Bedroom Information

Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

Full Bathrooms: 5
Half Bathrooms: 3

Interior Information

Interior Features: Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Builtin Features, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eatin Kitchen, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Bar, Walk In Closets
Appliances: Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Marble, Tile
Living Area: 7200

Room Information

Laundry Features: Common Area
Rooms: 12

Basement Information

Has Basement
Full
Exterior Details

Property Information

Year Built: 1900

Building Information

Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylights
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio, Terrace, Balcony
Pets Allowed: Building No, Cats O K, Dogs O K

Lot Information

Lot Size Dimensions: 22.000000x100.000000

Land Information

Tax Lot: 19
Tax Block: 00238

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1879
  • Building Count: 1
  • Floor Count: 4
  • Total Unit Count: 1
  • Residential Unit Count: 1
  • Basement Type: 5

    Dimensions

  • Lot Area Sqft: 2,200
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 100
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 22
  • Building Depth: 66
  • Building Frontage: 22
  • Gross Building Area: 5,492

    Building Floor Area

  • Residential Building Floor Area: 5,492

    Floor Area Ratio

  • Built Floor Area Ratio: 3
  • Residential Floor Area Ratio: 3
  • Facilities Floor Area Ratio: 5

Building

  • Building Type: A9
  • Lot Type: 5
  • Land Use: 01
  • Irregular Lot Code: N
  • Proximity Code: 3

Neighborhood

  • Community District: 302
  • City Council District: 33
  • Historic District Name: Brooklyn Heights Historic District
  • Police Precinct: 84
  • Fire Company: E205
  • Health Area: 2300
  • Sanitation District Borough: 3
  • Sanitation Subsection: 1A
  • School District: 13

Zoning

  • Split Boundary Zone Indicator: N
  • Zoning: R7-1
  • Limited Height District: LH-1

Geography

  • Borough Name: BK
  • Borough Code: 3
  • Block: 238
  • Lot: 19
  • Borough Block Lot: 3002380019

    Address

  • Full Address: 38 Monroe Place
  • Zip Code: 11201

Valuation

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Total Value: $348,660
  • Assessed Land Value: $79,200

    Exemptions

  • Exempt Total Value: $0
  • Exempt Land Value: $0

Comparables

Unit
Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
HOA + Taxes
House
5 Beds
6 Baths
-
$16,000,000 Jul 21, 2016
$16,000,000 Apr 28, 2017
-
Townhouse
6 Beds
6 Baths
-
$11,500,000 Jun 25, 2018
$11,500,000 Sep 6, 2018
-
House
7 Beds
7 Baths
-
$11,500,000 Jun 19, 2017
$11,500,000 Nov 10, 2017
-
Townhouse
8 Beds
6 Baths
-
$15,000,000 Jun 23, 2023
-
$2,603/mo
Townhouse
9 Beds
9 Baths
-
$11,750,000 Apr 14, 2022
-
$6,345/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 38 Monroe Place built and last sold?
The property at 38 Monroe Place was built in 1879 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 38 Monroe Place is $14,140,000.
What are some comparable homes to 38 Monroe Place?
Homes that are comparable to 38 Monroe Place include a townhouse property at 126 Pierrepont Street, a house property at 27 Monroe Place, a townhouse property at 13 Monroe Place.

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