NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1540 St Marks Ave Brooklyn, NY 11233

Ocean Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,350,000

6 Beds
5 Baths
2,800 Sq Ft
$482/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 19, 2019

Last sale price $1,230,000 $439 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,648 / mo

118 Days on Market

About This Home

As of September 2019

Welcome home to this beautiful newly renovated townhouse! You are bound to be captured by the details and practical layout. The 2,800 SQ FT interior space consists of a 3 beds 2 baths rental over a 3 beds 3 baths owner's duplex. The kitchens feature amazing high-end finishes, stone counter-tops, Samsung & Haier appliances, and ample cabinet space. Washer Dryer hookups in both units. The property features hardwood floors, recessed lighting, large windows, and king/queen sized bedrooms and a peaceful sprawling garden. As an added bonus, take advantage of sun-drenched bedrooms throughout this lovely home, several closets and don't forget about the spa-like bathrooms, which features custom marble tiling. 1540 St. Marks is conveniently located in a vibrant yet quiet neighborhood in Crown Heights and near amazing restaurants. Transportation will be easy since this home is in the middle of C and 3 train. Contact us for a private showing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sharon Cohen

Compass License #10301210594 Listed on: 05/23/2019

Compass

Co-Listed By

Einat Bar

Compass License #10401287146

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1899

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 20.0 x 127.0

Home Design

  • Pre War Building

Interior Spaces

  • 2,800 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Full Bathrooms

Community Details

  • Ocean Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 15 / 1459

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

Built in 1899

Lot Details

2,570 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Saratoga Avenue/Saint Marks Avenue
  • Property SubType: Multi Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Ocean Hill
  • Architectural Style: Prewar
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Living Area: 2800.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms Integer: 5
  • Bedrooms: 6

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Dimensions: 20.0 x 127.0

Building Info

  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1899

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 1459
  • Tax Lot: 15

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2019
Closed on
Sep 19, 2019
Sold by
554 East 96 Inc
Bought by
Brown Michael
Seller's Agent
Sharon Cohen
Compass
List Price
$1,230,000
Sold Price
$1,230,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,350,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$120,000
Original Mortgage
$984,000
Outstanding Balance
$856,304
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2018
Sold by
Mlb Sub I Llc
Bought by
554 East 96 Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2018
Sold by
Needle Sol Esq
Bought by
Mlb Sub I Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 26, 2014
Sold by
Pretto Robert
Bought by
Stenberg Oded

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2004
Sold by
Jules Jennifer
Bought by
Allen Marvin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$0
Interest Rate
5.73%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 1997
Sold by
Hamilton Robert
Bought by
Jules Jennifer

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$142,100
Interest Rate
7.47%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Brown Michael $1,230,000 --
Brown Michael $1,230,000 --
554 East 96 Inc $700,000 --
554 East 96 Inc $700,000 --
Mlb Sub I Llc -- --
Mlb Sub I Llc -- --
Stenberg Oded $10,000 --
Stenberg Oded $10,000 --
Allen Marvin $495,000 --
Allen Marvin $495,000 --
Allen Marvin $495,000 --
Jules Jennifer $147,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Jules Jennifer $147,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brown Michael $984,000
Closed Brown Michael $984,000
Previous Owner 554 East 96 Inc $560,000
Previous Owner Allen Marvin $0
Previous Owner Allen Marvin $396,000
Previous Owner Jules Jennifer $142,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/19/2019 09/19/19 Sold $1,230,000 0.0% $439 / Sq Ft
07/01/2019 07/01/19 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2019 05/23/19 For Sale $1,230,000 -- $439 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,470 $51,540 $22,680 $28,860
2024 $6,470 $60,600 $22,680 $37,920
2023 $6,426 $74,340 $22,680 $51,660
2022 $6,209 $60,840 $22,680 $38,160
2021 $6,544 $66,720 $22,680 $44,040
2020 $3,200 $71,400 $22,680 $48,720
2019 $1,767 $49,320 $22,680 $26,640
2018 $1,624 $7,968 $2,791 $5,177
2017 $1,533 $7,520 $4,156 $3,364
2016 $1,502 $7,514 $5,602 $1,912
2015 $856 $7,089 $4,466 $2,623
2014 $856 $7,038 $4,272 $2,766
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sharon Cohen

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Sharon Cohen

    Compass

    (917) 548-4255

    1 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Sharon Cohen
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Einat Bar

    Compass

    (347) 834-2673

    26 Total Sales

    Einat Bar
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Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS10821099

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 01459-0015

New York Kings County Brooklyn 11233 Ocean Hill

1540 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn, NY

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