NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $687,000 - $948,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
-- Sq Ft
1900 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 25, 2025

Last sale price $899,000

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,553 / mo

157 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bridge View
  • 4-minute walk to High Street
  • Community Storage Space
  • P.S. 8 The Emily Warren Roebling School (Robert Fulton) Rated A
  • West Facing Home
  • 4-minute walk to Squibb Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Price Improvement!! Meticulously renovated, this 2 bedroom sponsor apartment, located on one of Brooklyn Heights" most charming blocks with dazzling views of the lower Manhattan skyline. This is the one you've been looking for! No board approval needed, low monthly maintenance, Pied a Terre, Parental Purchasing and Guarantors are permitted, for a fast and easy closing.

This gorgeous pre-war true two bedroom has three exposures with an abundance of natural light and blue-sky views from every room. Upon entering, you will find a spacious living/dining area with high ceilings, flawless hard wood floors, and a large picture window overlooking treetops and historic homes the neighborhood is renowned for. The kitchen features brand new high-end stainless-steel appliances including a jumbo washer dryer in a custom cabinet, an extra-large 5 burner electric stove, dishwasher and quartz counters/backsplash, along with multiple cabinets for ample storage options.

The primary bedroom can fit a a king-size bed, with a custom double closet and a beautiful huge bay window with stunning views of the World Trade Center. Imagine going to sleep at night and waking up to that iconic view of lower Manhattan every day. The second bedroom with its charming pocket doors with frosted glass inlays has a floor to ceiling closet, along with incredible light from its large northwest facing windows with views of the skyline, top of the Brooklyn Bridge and picturesque rooftops of Brooklyn Heights, New York City's first landmarked community.

The full bathroom features such sophisticated fixtures as a marble herringbone tiled floor, classic vanity, and a modern enclosed shower and tub. No detail has been overlooked here, including fully upgraded electrical, plumbing and new windows. You will find the perfect blend of modern living and pre-war charm in one of Brooklyn's most sought-after neighborhoods.

55 Hicks Street is a lovely, professionally managed, well maintained pre-war co-op building with a laundry room, bike room and storage for $30 a month! Apartment #42 is located just three flights up. No assessment, and low monthly maintenance of $983! Sponsor apartment - no board approval necessary for a quick and easy close!

Brooklyn Heights, New York's first landmarked community known for its historic stately homes and enchanting narrow tree lined streets. The architecture will wow you, and the local restaurants will charm and seduce you, such as Inga's, Jules, Poppy's, Noodle Pudding, Joe Coffee, and many more. Two blocks from the world-famous Brooklyn Promenade known for its incredible views Lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty, where you can watch amazing sunsets every night, wander, rent a bike, or stroll down to Brooklyn Bridge Park nearby with its incredible greenway if you choose to sit by the water or catch a ferry ride.

So many transportation options include 8 subway lines, and you are just minutes away from Manhattan or downtown Brooklyn. Plus, your pets are welcome here, and there is a veterinary clinic in the same block. What are you waiting for? Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janet McQueeny

Douglas Elliman Real Estate License #10401277514 Listed on: 04/07/2025

Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Laura Marquardt

Compass License #10401338673

Last Buyer's Agent

Christina Morgan

Compass License #10401323745

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Co-Op

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

HOA Fees

  • $982 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Bridge
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Entry on the 4th floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer Hookup

Additional Features

  • West Facing Home
  • No Cooling
  • Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 0003 / 00216

Community Details

Overview

  • 30 Units
  • Brooklyn Heights Subdivision
  • 5-Story Property

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Property Details

Home Type

Co-Op

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$982 per month

Listing Details

  • Exposures: West
  • Property SubType: Apartment
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Brooklyn Heights
  • Architectural Style: Walk-Up
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Pets No Pets Comments: Board Approval,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Board Approval
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Coop
  • Stories: 5

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Other

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • View: Bridge(s), City Lights, City
  • View: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
  • Patio/Porch Features: None

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Building Other, Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Green Building Features: Storage
  • Cooling: Other
  • Cooling: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee: 982.0
  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Common Interest: Stock Cooperative

Lot Info

  • Zoning Description: R7-1

Rental Info

  • Land Lease: No

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Units: 30
  • Total Stories: 5
  • Year Built: 1900

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 00216
  • Tax Lot: 0003

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Janet McQueeny
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Christina Morgan
Compass
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$899,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-10.01%
Views
9
Current Estimated Value
$863,997

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$35,003
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.58%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$915,406 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Sold $899,000 0.0% --
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Pending -- -- --
03/12/2025 03/12/25 Price Changed $899,000 -5.3% --
01/24/2025 01/24/25 Price Changed $949,000 -5.0% --
11/01/2024 11/01/24 For Sale $999,000 -- --
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

Tax History

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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
2026 -- --
2025 -- --
2024 -- --
2023 $0 $0 $0 $0
2022 $0 $0 $0 $0
2021 $0 $0 $0 $0
2020 $0 $0 $0 $0
2019 $0 $0 $0 $0
2018 $123,360 $1,236,150 $217,800 $1,018,350
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS11018848

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 00216-000342

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