FOR SALE
147 85th St
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Bay Ridge- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 7,267 sqft
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 7,267 sqft
5 Beds
6 Baths
7,267 sqft
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Description
Sophisticated and spectacular in every way, this meticulously renovated five-bedroom, five-and-a-half- bathroom mansion sets the stage for elegant indoor-outdoor living and lavish entertaining in Bay Ridge's coveted estate section. Spanning close to 5000 square feet over four beautifully planned levels, this exquisite Brooklyn home impresses with refinished inlaid hardwood floors, intricate old-world millwork, and distinctive soaring ceilings. The gracious entry opens to a classic center-hall layout, creating an ideal flow for elegant entertaining. Relax in the formal living room surrounded by a stately fireplace, ornate ceiling medallion and large sunroom, or plan your next dinner party in the huge formal dining room. Ahead, a convenient butler's pantry leads to a sprawling chef's kitchen paved with Botticino marble tile and filled with custom cabinetry, a large center island and a sunny breakfast room with a carved wood fireplace. Cooking for two or two dozen is effortless thanks to a suite of Thermador stainless steel appliances, including a restaurant-caliber range. The flexible main-level layout also offers a large study and powder room near the dining room and a wonderful family room near the kitchen. Throughout the first floor, French doors open to the huge 93-foot by 100-foot lot's magnificent yard for seamless indoor-outdoor enjoyment. Enjoy al fresco dining and lounging on the large deck and expansive paver patios, take a dip in the sparkling, heated pool featuring a motorized cover, and discover plenty of space for pets and play on lush lawns surrounded by verdant landscaping and tall privacy hedges and fencing. Luxurious accommodations begin on the second floor, where the tranquil primary bedroom features two walk-in closets and a showstopping marble spa bathroom featuring a freestanding tub, shower, private water closet and two vanities, all warmed by a lovely fireplace. A secondary suite on this level is joined by a luxurious hall bathroom with a soaking tub and Juliet balcony. On the top floor you will find another master-suit with its own private bathroom plus one more full-size bedroom. Bathrooms throughout the home enjoy radiant heated floors for added comfort. This home's lower level is perfect for fun and games thanks to an oversized wine room and a large home rec room/cinema area with a projector, screen and theater seating. This floor also includes a full bathroom and a massive laundry room. Abundant closet space throughout the home and the attached two-car tandem garage add generous storage. Positioned high above the street for optimal privacy and grandeur, the home's stunning front garden and handsome façade add enviable curb appeal. Located in a breathtaking Bay Ridge block lined with stately homes and trees, this home is close to outstanding dining and shopping along 3rd and 5th Avenues. Stunning waterfront outdoor space and breathtaking bridge views are just two blocks away. Excellent bus service, the R train, Bay Ridge Ferry Terminal, Belt Parkway and Verrazano-Narrows Bridge provide easy access to the rest of the city and beyond.
Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Cooling only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$688
Listed
47 days ago
Listing by: Compass, (917) 992-4905
Home Details for 147 85th St
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Days on Market: 47 Days on Trulia |
Property Information |
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Year Built Year Built: 1910 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
Interior Features |
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Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerWasher |
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
Exterior Features |
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Exterior Home Features Garden |
Price & Status |
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Price Price Per Sqft: $688 |
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Community |
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Units in Building: 1 |
Price History for 147 85th St
Date | Price | Event | Source |
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03/11/2024 | $4,999,999 | Listed For Sale | StreetEasy |
11/21/2023 | $5,050,000 | ListingRemoved | StreetEasy |
10/04/2023 | $5,050,000 | Listed For Sale | StreetEasy |
09/29/2023 | ListingRemoved | BNYMLS #476781 | |
09/12/2023 | $5,050,000 | Listed For Sale | BNYMLS #476781 |
10/05/2015 | $2,900,000 | Sold | N/A |
05/01/2015 | $3,499,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
03/31/2015 | $3,700,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
05/30/2013 | $3,200,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
06/05/2012 | $3,200,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
10/04/2011 | $3,500,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
02/26/2011 | $3,500,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
05/21/1996 | $700,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Taxes and Assessment
Year | 2023 |
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Tax | |
Assessment | $4,608,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 147 85th St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.03 | Single-Family Home | $2,520,000 | 10/25/23 | 5 | 3 | 4,800 | |
0.06 | Single-Family Home | $2,175,000 | 11/08/23 | 5 | 5 | 2,675 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $1,950,000 | 03/18/24 | 4 | 4 | 3,000 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $1,850,000 | 12/22/23 | 5 | 3 | 2,815 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $2,200,000 | 05/10/23 | 6 | 4 | 2,420 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $4,600,000 | 03/01/24 | 4 | 4 | 4,342 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $1,849,000 | 09/01/23 | 4 | 3 | 1,740 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $1,577,000 | 12/22/23 | 3 | 3 | 2,340 |
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What Locals Say about Bay Ridge
- Muntasur ali
- Resident
- 2mo ago
"Night life is great, close to good restaurants, diverse, close shopping district, trains and buses are near, and people are great "
- Trulia User
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- 6mo ago
"I’ve lived here about a year. The neighborhood feels safe, close to the water and variety of restaurants in the area."
- Trulia User
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- 6mo ago
"Traumatic long slow unreliable convoluted exhausting frustrating and there’s also a bad parking situation. "
- Trulia User
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- 7mo ago
"No. Hard to walk them. Rules and fines for failure to scoop and bag poop. Not enough yard space and dogs have to worry about getting hurt by other animals. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 8mo ago
"I like this neighborhood it has everything near by and its very neighborly also its very calm and safe"
- Trulia User
- Visitor
- 8mo ago
"Ok area. Close to public transportation. There are many areas that are mainly Latinos. There are nice parks and areas where you can access the ocean."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 8mo ago
"Very safe. Very diverse. Lots of Arabs and Italian. Many nice restaurant. Nice ocean walk. Nice parks. Very kids friendly "
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- Prev. Resident
- 9mo ago
"My neighbor hood has the 68 police station, there’s a bi beautiful park down the block. There’s kids everywhere. People walking there dogs."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 9mo ago
"It is clean and the other dog lovers are pretty awesome to be around. I think that there are a lot of parks. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 10mo ago
"Bay Ridge is a extremely safe and wonderful place to live. It has a great blend of ethnicities and amazing restaurants."
- Trulia User
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- 10mo ago
"A lot of Park areas. Near water. some dogs owners are not cleaning after their dogs Save area can walk 24/7 with the Dogs outside "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 10mo ago
"R train and buses. Not bad, could be faster since these are the only options. Express bus is a good option but a bit too expensive"
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 11mo ago
"Very safe, schools are good. Great restaurants. They also have great 24 hour deli if your hungry in the middle of the night."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"I just love the diversity of this neighborhood and community. Lots of variety of cultures and foods and places of worship. "
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- Resident
- 1y ago
"Lots of green places to walk, dog parks and other dog owners. Sometimes people can be better about cleaning up after their pets. "
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- Visitor
- 1y ago
"Friendly and very nice with good metro and parks good food and safe very awesome place to bike and walk"
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- Resident
- 1y ago
"You can literally walk in any direction and find food, bars, and shopping. Quiet tree lined streets for families just starting."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"festivals and parades family friendly. lots of restaurants and pubs. self contained neighborhood. accessibility to nyc and other boroughs "
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- Visitor
- 1y ago
"i am on the border of sunset park and bay ridge so i have spent some time in sunset park. it’s definitely unique "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"there's a few dog runs and nice parks to take a stroll. people are friendly and courteous. there's a beautiful walk along the water where you can take your dog also on in the neighborhood. in general there are a lot of good people. "
- Trulia User
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- 1y ago
"23 years here, grew up here, great neighborhood to raise a family. Xpress bus is reliable, the R train is not so much 😁 "
- Trulia User
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- 1y ago
"The local business district association sponsors 3rd & 5th Avenue Strolls, like block parties along the Avenue a few times a year.. Live music, foods, attractions/rides for kids."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"There are street festivals & walks on 3rd & 5th Avenues a few times each year, really brings out the neighborhood. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Great and easily accessible community that is close to literally everything in NYC. If this area wasn’t as expensive it would be much easier to make my choice about where to buy a. House "
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- Resident
- 1y ago
"Quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Parking is always available, day and night and locals don’t abuse it. "
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- 1y ago
"I live open streets, and there are a lot of good restaurants here. They also decorate the streets when there are festivals."
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- Prev. Resident
- 1y ago
"There's a large dog park right by Dyker Beach golf course that's always busy with furry friends for your dog. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"It’s not as bad as you would think looking at the transit map. It’s a little longer to the city, but it’s reliable and basically clean. I give the MTA a thumbs up. "
- Trulia User
- Visitor
- 1y ago
"There is a methadone clinic & smack score house around 4ave/53rd street. Keep your kids away. The patrons wander the area, hand out in the subway station. "
- Trulia User
- Prev. Resident
- 1y ago
"It's a hispanic/asian food haven with rich cultural diversity! close proximity to Chinatown for affordable grocery."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Safe neighborhood and lots of young families. Avenue has everything you need and great restaurants. No car needed! Parking is a challenge though."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"We love the diversity, access to green space, and also how quiet it is here. It's very family friendly as there are parks nearby and tons of great schools."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"it's nice here, the parks are so nice for kids to play, clean, the Parks on shore road are nice, very nice."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Great for families, many parks, schools, restaurants and cultures. Many activities for families to get involved in. Very expensive housing unfortunately. "
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- Resident
- 2y ago
"Summer strolls, great restaurants, community events and Avenue festivals make it a family friendly neighborhood "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Great schools, great outdoor space, great views, and a small town feel in the big city. Bay Ridge is all around a great neighborhood to grow up in. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"it's a very dog friendly area, people just need to be respectful and clean up after the animals they've agreed to take care of."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"It is a dog friendly neighborhood with many parks that welcome dogs during the off-leash hours and on leash at other times."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Schools and parks are all near the neighborhood. Also Shore Road Promenades is close by for kids and adults to go bike riding, power walk and or a simple stroll. During the winter if there is enough snow fall kids can go sleighing at Owls head park. For the adults there are many pubs, coffee shops and restaurants for your entertainment needs. Mom’s can go for their weekend mani pedi at the local nail salon all close to Bay Ridge. There’s even a farmers market a few blocks away. We have it all here in Bay Ridge. I’m lucky to be part of this neighborhood. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"it's s nice area with some older people. they have always been nice and supportive. there is enough variety in an the shops "
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