$3,200,000
PENDING

249 Saint James Place Unit 4 Brooklyn, NY 11238

Clinton Hill Neighborhood

Estimated payment $18,711/month

Total Views 7,677
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,544 Sq Ft
$1,258 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Clinton-Washington Avenues (A,C Line)
  • 3-minute walk to Lowry Triangle
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

About This Home

Don't miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity to restore a stunning townhouse to its former glory or maximize ROI on a large corner lot. Located outside historic district regulations, this four-family building features architectural details, triple exposures, and a large parcel with a curb cut and parking in an exceptional location where Clinton Hill meets Prospect Heights. Bring your architect and vision and create your Brooklyn dream home or income-generating investment.

249 St. James Place is a handsome Italianate-style building with a brick and brownstone facade, arched windows, a classic high stoop, extensive ironwork and a handsome cornice. Inside, you'll find the original staircase's curved handrails and handsome newel post. Outside, the corner lot includes gardens on three sides, plus a legal curb cut and parking. Per records, the property also has some unused FAR – to be verified by your architect.

Located on a tree-lined street at the corner of St. James Pl. and Lefferts Pl. in Brooklyn's coveted Clinton Hill neighborhood, this fine property enjoys a front-row seat to the best of Brooklyn living. Nearby BAM, Barclays Center and Atlantic Terminal provide world-class shopping and entertainment. Fort Greene Park and Prospect Park are within easy reach, delivering hundreds of acres of outdoor space, year-round greenmarkets and events, plus easy access to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn Museum and Brooklyn Library. Brooklyn's vibrant dining and nightlife scene unfolds right outside your door. Transportation is effortless from this centrally located neighborhood with excellent bus service and A/C, G, and S trains all nearby.

*Please note this is a Cash-Only opportunity that requires a gut renovation.

Listing Agent

Lindsey Stokes

Compass License #10301212332 Listed on: 04/17/2025

Compass

Co-Listing Agent

Allison Venditti

Compass License #10401320506

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,844

Year Built

  • Built in 1931

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 22.000000x72.420000

Interior Spaces

  • 2,544 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Clinton Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Block 02014

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,844

Year Built

Built in 1931

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Clinton Hill
  • Architectural Style: Walk-Up
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Structure Type: Quadruplex, Townhouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Area: 2544.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Rooms (Total): 16

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: See Remarks
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Common Interest: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 22.000000x72.420000

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Units: 4
  • Total Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1931

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 02014
  • Tax Lot: 0000
  • Tax Annual: 11844.0

Multi Family

  • Building Area Units: Square Feet

Map

Range of Values:

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Pending -- -- --
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
06/19/2025 06/19/25 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2025 06/19/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
06/05/2025 06/05/25 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2025 06/05/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
05/22/2025 05/22/25 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2025 05/17/25 For Sale $3,200,000 0.0% $1,258 / Sq Ft
05/17/2025 05/17/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
05/10/2025 05/10/25 For Sale $3,200,000 0.0% $1,258 / Sq Ft
05/10/2025 05/10/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
05/03/2025 05/03/25 For Sale $3,200,000 0.0% $1,258 / Sq Ft
05/03/2025 05/03/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
04/26/2025 04/26/25 For Sale $3,200,000 0.0% $1,258 / Sq Ft
04/26/2025 04/26/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
04/17/2025 04/17/25 For Sale $3,200,000 -- $1,258 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

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Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS20016993

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 02014-0001