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800 sqft
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BOERUM HILL'S MOST SOUGHT-AFTER BOUTIQUE RENTAL NEW DEVELOPMENT!
Large 1BDR LOFT for 4/1 start date - 14-month term.
This Penthouse home with a private balcony offers sprawling layout with high-end condo finishes and plethora of in-unit and building amenities designed to cater the most sophisticated renter!
Large western-facing Loft one bedroom with approx. 9ft beamed ceilings, oversized double-paned windows and amazing natural light will offer open floor plan with spacious living room that will easily accommodate a sectional couch, a coffee table and an entertainment center in addition to a dining set or a home office, a queen size bedroom with a custom closet and a large Jack-and-Jill's bathroom featuring a soaking tub, rain shower head, designer tile finishes, modern light fixtures, and sleek vanity. Unit-wide private balcony, accessible from living room and bedroom, offers unforgettable sunset views.
Open chef's kitchen with top-of-the line GE stainless steel appliances, including extra wide double-door refrigerator, five burner range, built-in microwave and full-size dishwasher, light grey Ceasarstone countertops, elegant mocha shade cabinetry and custom glass tile backsplash, and a large breakfast island. Unit comes appointed with vented Electrolux washer and dryer, and already installed PTAC units for individual heat and A/C control. Hardwood floors with a baseboard moldings throughout. Video intercom.
Modern elevator building with only 2 units per floor, and large communal roof deck. One small and quiet pet might be considered on approval, restrictions apply.
Trendy and dynamic, Boerum Hill neighborhood offers abundance of amazing eateries with multicultural cuisines to satisfy the most demanding foodies. From retro-industrial French-Mexican Jolie Cantina to the sleek Clover Club with premier cocktail selection. Other neighborhood favorites include hip Parisian-style Bar Tabac, 61 Local - locally sourced gastropub in a former carriage house, casual Japanese fare at KI Sushi, and Ugly Duckling with it's modern American cuisine. Neighborhood friendly bakeries and coffee shops from famous nation-wide Starbucks just across the street to local mom-and-pops like Mia's Brooklyn Bakery, Blue Bottle Coffee and Bien Cuit. In a mood for dessert? Van Leeuwen's small batch retro ice cream parlor just a half block away! All neighborhood amenities right at your door on Smith Street and Court Street from convenience stores, to banks, to designer boutiques and gift shops. Trader Joe's, Union Market and Whole Foods in Gowanus are all conveniently located nearby for an exceptional gourmet food shopping.
Exceptional transportation options - with Bergen St the F and G train stop being right at the end of your block, and short distance to Jay St-MetroTech for A,C,F,R trains and Borough Hall with the 2,3,4,5 trains.
*Pictures might be from similar units in the building.
INITIAL EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH RENTING THIS APARTMENT:
Credit application fee: $20 per each applicant
First month's rent: $4,500
One month security deposit: $4,500
BOERUM HILL'S MOST SOUGHT-AFTER BOUTIQUE RENTAL NEW DEVELOPMENT!
Large 1BDR LOFT for 4/1 start date - 14-month term.
This Penthouse home with a private balcony offers sprawling layout with high-end condo finishes and plethora of in-unit and building amenities designed to cater the most sophisticated renter!
Large western-facing Loft one bedroom with approx. 9ft beamed ceilings, oversized double-paned windows and amazing natural light will offer open floor plan with spacious living room that will easily accommodate a sectional couch, a coffee table and an entertainment center in addition to a dining set or a home office, a queen size bedroom with a custom closet and a large Jack-and-Jill's bathroom featuring a soaking tub, rain shower head, designer tile finishes, modern light fixtures, and sleek vanity. Unit-wide private balcony, accessible from living room and bedroom, offers unforgettable sunset views.
Open chef's kitchen with top-of-the line GE stainless steel appliances, including extra wide double-door refrigerator, five burner range, built-in microwave and full-size dishwasher, light grey Ceasarstone countertops, elegant mocha shade cabinetry and custom glass tile backsplash, and a large breakfast island. Unit comes appointed with vented Electrolux washer and dryer, and already installed PTAC units for individual heat and A/C control. Hardwood floors with a baseboard moldings throughout. Video intercom.
Modern elevator building with only 2 units per floor, and large communal roof deck. One small and quiet pet might be considered on approval, restrictions apply.
Trendy and dynamic, Boerum Hill neighborhood offers abundance of amazing eateries with multicultural cuisines to satisfy the most demanding foodies. From retro-industrial French-Mexican Jolie Cantina to the sleek Clover Club with premier cocktail selection. Other neighborhood favorites include hip Parisian-style Bar Tabac, 61 Local - locally sourced gastropub in a former carriage house, casual Japanese fare at KI Sushi, and Ugly Duckling with it's modern American cuisine. Neighborhood friendly bakeries and coffee shops from famous nation-wide Starbucks just across the street to local mom-and-pops like Mia's Brooklyn Bakery, Blue Bottle Coffee and Bien Cuit. In a mood for dessert? Van Leeuwen's small batch retro ice cream parlor just a half block away! All neighborhood amenities right at your door on Smith Street and Court Street from convenience stores, to banks, to designer boutiques and gift shops. Trader Joe's, Union Market and Whole Foods in Gowanus are all conveniently located nearby for an exceptional gourmet food shopping.
Exceptional transportation options - with Bergen St the F and G train stop being right at the end of your block, and short distance to Jay St-MetroTech for A,C,F,R trains and Borough Hall with the 2,3,4,5 trains.
*Pictures might be from similar units in the building.
INITIAL EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH RENTING THIS APARTMENT:
Credit application fee: $20 per each applicant
First month's rent: $4,500
One month security deposit: $4,500
159 Smith St #5A, Brooklyn, NY 11201 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 sqft apartment in Boerum Hill. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2026 with an asking price of $4,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 16, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $4,499/month.
Home Details for 159 Smith St #5A
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now |
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Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerWasher |
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility ElevatorFloors: Hardwood |
Comparable Sales for 159 Smith St #5A
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.45 | Apartment | $1,025,000 | 06/16/26 | 1 | 1 | 783 sqft | |
0.47 | Apartment | $1,465,000 | 02/05/26 | 1 | 1 | 830 sqft | |
0.47 | Apartment | $10 | 12/03/25 | 1 | 1 | 478 sqft | |
0.67 | Apartment | $487,035 | 01/07/26 | 1 | 1 | 777 sqft | |
0.72 | Apartment | $3,350,000 | 09/19/25 | 1 | 1 | 890 sqft | |
0.34 | Apartment | $5,695,000 | 11/14/25 | 1 | 1 | 4,375 sqft | |
0.16 | Apartment | $6,950,000 | 11/26/25 | 2 | 1 | 4,204 sqft | |
0.71 | Apartment | $2,500,000 | 02/11/26 | 1 | 1 | 1,200 sqft | |
0.56 | Apartment | $3,175,000 | 01/07/26 | 2 | 1 | 600 sqft | |
0.83 | Apartment | $2,730,000 | 09/30/25 | 1 | 1 | 950 sqft |
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What Locals Say about Boerum Hill
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100 % Say it's dog friendly
100 % Say there are community events
100 % Say there's holiday spirit
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
100 % Say kids play outside
75 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
75 % Say streets are well-lit
75 % Say people would walk alone at night
67 % Say there are sidewalks
67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
63 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say it's quiet
50 % Say parking is easy
50 % Say car is needed
50 % Say there's wildlife
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Feb 16, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $4,500 |
Feb 11, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $4,500 |
Frequently asked questions about 159 Smith St #5A
- 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 are the closest schools to 159 Smith St #5A?The closest schools to 159 Smith St #5A in Brooklyn, NY are Cobble Hill School of American Studies (High, rated 2/10), School For International Studies (Middle/High, rated 4/10), Zipporiah Mills (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 5/10).
- Does 159 Smith St #5A have air conditioning?Yes, 159 Smith St #5A in Brooklyn, NY has air conditioning.
- Does 159 Smith St #5A have laundry facilities?Yes, 159 Smith St #5A in Brooklyn, NY has in-unit laundry.
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