159 Newel St, Brooklyn, NY 11222
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath

159 Newel St, Brooklyn, NY 11222

Greenpoint

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About this House

Welcome to Your New Home at 159 Newel Street!

Partially renovated apartment!
- 2 Bedroom + home office
-Private outdoor space
-Spacious living room with large windows
-Brand new kitchen with modern appliances & plenty of cabinets
-Beautiful exposed brick and hardwood flooring throughout
-Washer/dryer in basement
-shared rooftop

159 Newel is located on a tree-lined street in one of Brooklyn's most exciting neighborhoods!

Less than 10 minutes from your doorstep, you have:
-The Nassau Ave. stop on the G, giving you a fast commute to Manhattan
-McGolrick Park and McCarren Park
-Supermarkets like Key Food and Associated
-An eclectic mix of bars, restaurants and cafes
-Greenpoint Public Library
159 Newel St, Brooklyn, NY 11222 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Greenpoint. It last sold for $1,160,000 on Mar 22, 2010 (24,067% above the $4,800 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2024 with an asking price of $5,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 7, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $4,292/month.

Home Details for 159 Newel St

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Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For Details

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Comparable Sales for 159 Newel St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
212 Eckford St #5, Brooklyn, NY
0.09
Apartment
$935,000
02/23/26
1
1
634 sqft
196 Nassau Ave #1R, Brooklyn, NY
0.27
Apartment
$3,360,000
04/01/26
2
1
-
196 Nassau Ave #3R, Brooklyn, NY
0.27
Apartment
$3,360,000
04/01/26
2
1
-
131 Java St, Brooklyn, NY
0.44
Apartment
$2,725,000
09/15/25
2
1
1,250 sqft
101 Monitor St, Brooklyn, NY
0.49
Apartment
$3,250,000
11/06/25
2
1
2,538 sqft
122 West St #2P, Brooklyn, NY
0.57
Apartment
$1,385,000
08/20/26
2
2
998 sqft
135 N 11th St #4D, Brooklyn, NY
0.61
Apartment
$1,040,000
04/16/26
1
1
609 sqft
125 N 10th St #N2D, Brooklyn, NY
0.64
Apartment
$1,575,000
09/12/25
2
2
1,090 sqft
172 N 10th St #2D, Brooklyn, NY
0.69
Apartment
$1,810,000
01/09/26
2
2
1,157 sqft
168 Richardson St #1, Brooklyn, NY
0.66
Apartment
$4,600,000
12/25/25
2
1
-
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Greenpoint

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,292/mo
Average rent
$5K
$73MoM
Available listings
195
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Neighborhood Overview

Greenpoint
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What Locals Say about Greenpoint

At least 505 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 94 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 82 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 51 % Say parking is easy

  • 43 % Say there are community events

  • 41 % Say it's quiet

  • 31 % Say there's wildlife

  • 29 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 22 % Say car is needed

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kimberly Volpe
    "I have lived here for a few years and love it. People are very nice - it’s a safe neighborhood and there are lots of activities and reataurants in the local area. Greenpoint will continue and develop as time moves forward. "
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  • Gigi Morillo
    "I am considering living here. The nightlife is so tranquil and I love the peace that the area brings. "
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  • Niel Guaman
    "Great views of the water, amazing restaurants, bars, and friendly quiet neighborhood that isn’t too busy like Williamsburg "
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  • Lisa Tegen
    "Homey neighborhood feeling while still being close to Manhattan. Great views and easy commute. Safe most of the time"
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  • Trulia User
    "Fantastic, doesn’t get any better than this! It’s super quick, one stop on the L or JMZ into Manhattan. The G train connects you to trains in Brooklyn. The ferry is also very convenient and connects you to Dumbo, Wall St, 34 st."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhood, the park is nice, friendly people and the market on Sunday is awesome. It feels very safe to walk even during night"
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  • Trulia User
    "Love it Awesome Parks Space clean Safe community It’s a very friendly neighborhood. There are lots of kids lots of dogs lots of families lots of really awesome outdoor spaces to sit down for a cup of coffee and have drinks with friends all day and all night. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes lots of dogs. I have one it’s good. Lots of parks. Dogs dogs dogs dogs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Very nice area for living.Available transportation and friendly neighbours. Most of people are educated also quite location for family rise."
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  • Trulia User
    "Good schools and great food and nightlife. The neighborhood feels old and new at the same time. Something is always going on, people are doing interesting things"
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  • Trulia User
    "Not overwhelming but still many options to get out of the apartment and enjoy yourself. Genuinely feel safe. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s a sense of optimism in the neighborhood that fits right in with the renaissance Brookkyn continues to experience. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great parks for dogs. like the run in mccarran. lots of other people with dogs. not great parking if you want to drive your dog. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a great neighborhood to raise kids, with good private schools and plenty of activities for the kids."
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    "It used the burning hot center of the hipster multiverse. It’s now Manhattan East. For those with means and a desire for nightlife, while having more space than they would get in Manhattan. It’s truly obnoxious, actually. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s easy access to Manhattan but has a very different vibe. More fashion / art scene than most neighborhoods"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of dog parks and owners! But there is not a lot of place to let dogs run off leash in wide open spaces. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Very neighborly. Lots of playgrounds for kids, amazing restaurants, and folks who have lived here for decades."
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  • Vanessa D.
    "Friendly dogs, not too loud, good spots for dogs to play off leash. Plenty of dog friendly areas. People pick up after their dogs. "
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  • Heloisa
    "I’m a fog owner and Transmitter Park is a big part of our lives every day. It’s the neighborhood that makes feel homey out of every where else I’ve resided in two decades around this wonderful City, it’s New York City"
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  • Sternblon
    "It’s a lovely area with two parks and a track. Close to Williamsburg but away from the crazy. Very dog friendly, great food and safe."
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  • Vanessa D.
    "Love living here! We’ve been here 10 years with no plans of leaving. Great schools, restaurants, bars and shopping."
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  • Dmarco1979
    "My neighborhood has great access to public transportation and my commute is easy breezy. I get to Manhattan within 10 mins by subway. "
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  • Matt C.
    "Farmer’s markets on the weekend, summer movies in the park and if you’re lucky enough, fall block parties. "
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  • Mauroof A.
    "There is a bunch of parks which has designated dog areas. Those parks are also well maintained and clean"
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  • Melissafornabaio
    "The dog park is pretty well maintained and friendly people and dogs mostly. Great pet supply stores and some shops have dog ice cream and dog beer. Always ask if a dog is friendly first and be a little bit more wary of people walking their dogs who are irresponsible and delusional about their dogs being aggressive. "
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  • SD
    "I take the G train to the 7 train into Grand Central, which is a relatively straightforward and quick commute to where I work in Manhattan. The G train comes regularly and the 7 train is also a frequent train. "
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  • Matt C.
    "Good parks, decently rated schools, and a very active parents group. The library also just got redone. "
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  • Katie W.
    "Weekend Farmers market, community feeling in general, collective composting, community advocacy surrounding local politics and voting. "
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  • Michele.pasquale
    "Quick ride on the subway to get into the city. Two trains three stops and you are in Midtown Manhattan. Also citibikes are everywhere if you want to ride one into the city! "
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  • Ceasar
    "Neighborhood Is full of young parents, parks, and restaurants that add accommodating of kids. I’ve never lived in a more kid-friendly neighborhood. "
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  • Dmarco1979
    "This is a family friendly neighborhood that has opened up to accept all the great new people coming in to call this amazing place their new home. "
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  • Amanda M.
    "It’s a neighborhood that looks after each other. I’ve lived here for a year and people know my dog and I, shop owners order special requests, and plenty of food gems"
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  • Emilyevieira
    "Can be a long walk to the G or L but overall a good commute. Beautiful neighborhood, variety of parks and farmers markets."
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  • Jess R.
    "The movie nights by the river, farmer’s market, the bike lanes, the night life, the churches, the new transportations "
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  • Melissa
    "It’s restaurants and great schools, diversity, safe and views. Lots of artistic families. Great shops and social life/things to do for families and couples. "
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  • Bpie.nyc
    "It is so far to get to a train, and the buses never run on schedule. Frequently, they skip these blocks and pick up the route further down the road."
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  • Jberdardino
    "Greenpoint it’s a great neighborhood, people are very friendly, all public transportation it’s very close,grocery stores and farmers markets are. Within walking distances"
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  • Claudia R.
    "The Brooklyn Expo has something fun going on almost every weekend. McCarren park is fun and lovely. The marathons are always fun. "
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  • Castricardo
    "I love my dog community. I don’t have kids so I don’t join “community” events. This neighborhood is very unfriendly to dogs despite it having the largest community with registered dogs in NYC. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 7, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,800
Sep 18, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$4,800
Price decreased by 4%
Aug 2, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$5,000
May 31, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Mar 21, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$5,250

Frequently asked questions about 159 Newel St

  • What is the price history for 159 Newel St?
    159 Newel St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $1,160,000 in March 2010.
  • Is Brooklyn a buyer's or seller's market?
    Brooklyn is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Brooklyn?
    The median sale price in Brooklyn is $794K. That is up $26.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Greenpoint neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Greenpoint neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and walkable to grocery stores. See recently sold homes in Greenpoint, Brooklyn.

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