159 Smith St #5B, Brooklyn, NY 11201
OFF MARKET
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath

159 Smith St #5B, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Boerum Hill

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Property Type
Apartment

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
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About this House

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For September 1st lease start

RARELY AVAILABLE Penthouse back-facing Loft one bedroom with a large private balcony.

Absolutely stunning Eastern-facing Loft one bedroom with a large private outdoor space accessible from living room and bedroom. Apartment features approx. 9ft beamed ceilings, oversized double-paned windows and amazing natural light. 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 sizable closet and a large Jack-and-Jill's bathroom featuring a soaking tub, rain showerhead, designer tile finishes, modern light fixtures, and sleek vanity. Additional open storage space that can be customized with racks or shelving to create your dream walk-in closet or left open for an additional furniture item. 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 Caesarstone 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.

Recently built elevator building with only two units per floor, and a communal roof access. One small, quiet and well-behaved pet will be considered on a case by case basis, restrictions apply. Rent with a pet - inquire.

Trendy and dynamic, Boerum Hill's neighborhood offers abundance of amazing eateries with multicultural cuisines to satisfy the most demanding foodies. Neighborhood friendly bakeries and coffee shops with the famous nation-wide Starbucks just across the street. 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.

Convenient 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.

Views for unit with lot line northern-facing windows can no be guaranteed for any specific period of time.

INITIAL EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH RENTING THIS APARTMENT:

Credit application fee: $20 per each applicant
First month's rent: $4,650
One month security deposit: $4,650
159 Smith St #5B, Brooklyn, NY 11201 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Boerum Hill. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2026 with an asking price of $4,650 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 9, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $4,235/month.

Home Details for 159 Smith St #5B

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
ElevatorFloors: Hardwood

Comparable Sales for 159 Smith St #5B

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
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
0.45
Apartment
$1,025,000
06/16/26
1
1
783 sqft
0.47
Apartment
$10
12/03/25
1
1
478 sqft
0.47
Apartment
$1,465,000
02/05/26
1
1
830 sqft
0.56
Apartment
$330,000
12/22/25
1
1
-
0.25
Apartment
$925,000
02/09/26
2
2
-
0.67
Apartment
$40,000
03/09/26
1
1
187,667 sqft
0.67
Apartment
$487,035
01/07/26
1
1
777 sqft
0.70
Apartment
$2,950,000
02/12/26
1
1
-
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Brooklyn

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,235/mo
Average rent
$3.7K
$50
MoM
Available listings
16913
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Boerum Hill

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "It’s quite expensive and people are getting priced out. Spaces are small but manageable for growing families "
  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has great access to public transportation, public parks, and museums. It has a neighborhood feel to it but also offers plenty of restaurants"
  • Lucia.haldjian
    "Easy, close to all trains to various parts of Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn. Many people also bike. "
  • Juliearegan
    "Brownstones in the heart of Brooklyn - in the middle of everything (cobble hill, park slope, downtown, fort Greene etc)"
  • Michael H.
    "Easy commute! Walk to Barclays on 4th Ave, then quick ride into Manhattan on the NYC subway to Grand Central. "
  • Laura B.
    "Lots of dogs in this neighborhood. The nearest dog parks are at least a fifteen minute walk away though. There are some great doggy daycares in the neighborhood. Ciao Bow Wow is great."
  • And1san3fue2
    "I've live here fir 30+ years raised my children and now my grand children. The area has had some rough edges within time but i considered it safe."
  • Cruza2373
    "I see people walking with the dogAnd talking to people the neighborhood is pretty good The stores are near to walk"
  • Cruza2373
    "Good neighborhood friend people clean neighborhood store near us park around us walking distance to Subway"
  • Laureen R. C.
    "The area is serviced by 90% of all the subway lines. I work in Midtown (48th and Park) and I have a 30 minute door to door."
  • Natalie B.
    "Several lines all within easy walk providing fast and easy commute to Manhattan or anywhere in Brooklyn "
  • Lauren.elizabeth.long1010
    "Family and dog friendly, great food finds and picturesque day and night. I have lived here for a few years now and love it more and more each day! "
  • Ashley
    "my commute is easy, I love right by the Atlantic Ave Barclays center station, and enter closest to where the N/R trains are. I take the N express to Midtown where I work, it takes about 35 min door to door. "
  • Douglas Barnes
    "We've lived here for 13 years and love it. For much of that time we didn't have a car -- we have a car now primarily for trips outside the city. It's a very friendly neighborhood, more friendly than the places I've lived in Colorado, Texas and California."
  • Tianafelder
    "Yo it’s a good neighborhood and all, it’s be the junkies that make it look bad. Don’t pay them no mind thou. They nice junkies that always want to borrow $2. Don’t give it to them thou cause then they’ll ask you everyday "
  • Cassier94
    "The neighborhood is super family friendly. You’ll always see kids of all ages playing in the schoolyard "
  • Fernanda.lacerda
    "they would love it there are 100 dogs in every blocks; they have dog parks and this dog will be a happy dog"
  • Justinbilicki
    "Easy access to all subways lines. Very close to all of them. Beautiful tree lined street. Nicer walk towards Smith Street than it is towards Fourth "
  • Isabel F.
    "Convenient for transport , diverse, leafy, good shops, farmers market, high-low which I like. All ages and a range of socio-economic types. Good schools. Community- unlike so much of manhattan nowadays. where I originated..."
  • Johannaprovenzano
    "It is a truly diverse and friendly neighborhood, accessible to all. It is beautiful and represents all of NYC!"

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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 9, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,650
Jul 6, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,650
Jul 21, 2022
Source: Douglas Elliman
ListingRemoved
Jul 17, 2022
Source: Douglas Elliman
Listed For Rent
$3,700

Frequently asked questions about 159 Smith St #5B

  • 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 #5B?
    The closest schools to 159 Smith St #5B 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 #5B have air conditioning?
    Yes, 159 Smith St #5B in Brooklyn, NY has air conditioning.
  • Does 159 Smith St #5B have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 159 Smith St #5B in Brooklyn, NY has in-unit laundry.

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