NOT LISTED FOR SALE

553 Clinton St Unit 1 Brooklyn, NY 11231

Carroll Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,608,000 - $3,388,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,900 Sq Ft
$1,590/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • City View
  • Patio
  • P.S. 58 - The Carroll Rated A
  • Pre War Building
  • 1-minute walk to Admiral Triangle Playground

About This Home

As of March 2021

CARROLL GARDENS 2 Bedroom Plus Garden Duplex Welcome to this expansive 2 Bedroom plus , 2 Bathroom Garden Duplex with Private Custom Outdoor Space located in the Heart of highly desirable Carroll Gardens.
As you enter the Garden level you will find a huge Inviting Open concept floor plan which is Perfect for entertaining. Charming and warm Living Room with High ceilings, recessed lighting, exposed brick walls and wood burning Fireplace which makes for a perfect Holiday setting and those lingering cold winter days. Dining room has exposed brick with a Brick Archway that leads to an amazing Chef's Kitchen.
Featuring granite Counters with huge Breakfast Island. Top of the line stainless appliances with Commercial grade stove and Wine Cooler.
Glass sliding doors leading to your Private Outdoor Custom stone Sanctuary with outdoor wood Fireplace , Heating. Perfect for all year dining and entertaining.
2nd floors features Huge Master Bedroom with tray ceilings, recessed lighting, Gas Fireplace, custom His and Her walk in Closets. Generous sized 2nd Bedroom has exposed bricks and custom closets.
Plus Room can be used as Private office or Nursery. Wide Plant wood flooring.
Beautifully appointed custom tiled Bathrooms with spa Features and Fixtures.
Private Basement with Washer/ Dryer and plenty of storage Space.
Across the Street is a lovely Park and Playground to relax and enjoy with Children and your Pets.
One Block to Court street with its local Cafes, Speciality Shops and Dining Favorites such as Lucali's Pizzeria , Frankies 457 and Buttermilk Channel to name a few.
Minutes to the F & G Subway line for a quick ride into Manhattan.
Great OPPORTUNITY to live this Carroll Gardens LIFESTYLE

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Gail Donnarumma

Daniel Gale of Brooklyn LLC License #10401214306 Listed on: 10/24/2020

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 20.0 x 90.0
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Pre War Building
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,900 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • City Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 10/24/20
  • Legal Lot and Block 5 / 379

Community Details

Overview

  • Carroll Gardens Subdivision

Amenities

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Building Patio

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Available Date: 2020-10-24

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Nelson Street/Hamilton Avenue
  • Exposures: East,North
  • Property SubType: Duplex
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Neighborhood: Carroll Gardens
  • Architectural Style: Prewar
  • Entry Level: 1
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  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer
  • Living Area: 1900.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • View: City
  • View: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Building Roof Deck, Garden
  • Patio/Porch Features: Building Patio, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Dimensions: 20.0 x 90.0

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Total Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1901

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 379
  • Tax Lot: 5

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2020
Sold by
Houck Jr. Harry J
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$3,021,864

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,080,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,812,003
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,209,861

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 1996
Sold by
Rosen Robert
Bought by
Houck Harry J
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$2,600,000 --
Houck Harry J $40,000 Commonwealth Land Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $2,080,000
Previous Owner Houck Harry J $250,000
Previous Owner Houck Harry J $1,114
Previous Owner Houck Harry J $416,333
Closed Houck Harry J $100,000
Closed Houck Harry J $50,000
Closed Houck Harry J $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/17/2021 03/17/21 Rented -- -- --
10/24/2020 10/24/20 For Rent $7,750 -- --
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 $13,648 $175,560 $14,400 $161,160
2025 $12,875 $175,020 $14,400 $160,620
2024 $12,875 $178,380 $14,400 $163,980
2023 $12,526 $218,880 $14,400 $204,480
2022 $11,769 $239,820 $14,400 $225,420
2021 $12,407 $263,040 $14,400 $248,640
2019 $9,878 $234,420 $14,400 $220,020
2018 $9,201 $51,398 $3,483 $47,915
2017 $9,128 $49,129 $4,393 $44,736
2016 $8,928 $49,129 $5,814 $43,315
2015 $5,028 $47,189 $6,283 $40,906
2014 $5,028 $44,518 $6,036 $38,482
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gail Donnarumma Real Estate Agent - Daniel Gale of Brooklyn LLC

    Landlord's Agent in 2021

    Gail Donnarumma

    Daniel Gale of Brooklyn LLC

    (718) 290-7548

    8 in this area

    12 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS10678501

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 00379-0005

New York Kings County Brooklyn 11231 Carroll Gardens

553 Clinton St Unit 1, Brooklyn, NY

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