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  • $1,149,000

    256 Putnam Avenue #1, Brooklyn, NY 11216

    2beds
    1,686sqft
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    Condominium, Residential
    Built in 1899
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $681/sqft
    $599/mo HOA

    What's special

    Garden Unit 1 – Our Exclusive Residence The Only Duplex in the Building with Two Interior Floors, a Backyard + Front Yard Entrance Brand New Floor-Through Garden Duplex | Private Entrance | Very Low Taxes | Over 2,000 SF Indoor + Outdoor Special Winter Promotion: Sponsor Covers 12 Months Common Charges on Contracts Signed by Feb 28 Welcome to Garden Unit 1 at 256 Putnam Avenue — our exclusive residence and a rare opportunity to own the only duplex in the building with two interior floors within a brand-new boutique 4-unit townhouse conversion. This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home delivers true townhouse-style living with exceptional privacy, very low taxes, and immediate closings available. The building is already 50% sold. Spanning over 2,000 square feet of combined interior and exterior space, this one-of-a-kind residence features its own private entrance, completely separate from the other three units — a rare luxury in boutique condominium living. The home features two distinct outdoor spaces: • Private, sun-filled Southern facing backyard, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying morning coffee • Front yard entrance with a built-in garden bed, ideal for gardening lovers and enhancing curb appeal and true townhouse-style living The residence offers flexible layout options with two floorplan configurations for the primary bedroom, allowing for designs with or without a closet to suit different lifestyle needs. Designed for modern living, the home spans the full width of the building and is filled with natural light. Interior features include high ceilings, oversized windows, and wide-plank hardwood floors throughout. The chef’s kitchen is beautifully appointed with premium GE appliances, custom European cabinetry, quartz countertops, and refined finishes. The spa-inspired bathrooms feature heating functionality in both bathrooms so you’ll be cozy year-round. The secondary bathroom offers a luxurious soaking bathtub, while the primary bathroom is outfitted with a sleek stand-up rainfall shower — creating a true spa-like retreat. The huge lower-level recreational room is a major value-add, offering incredible flexibility as a movie theater, home gym, media lounge, home office, or guest space. Additional highlights include: • Brand-new construction • Boutique 4-unit condominium • Only duplex in the building with two interior floors • Backyard + front yard entrance • Floor-through layout with private entrance • Very low monthly taxes • Expansive recreational lower level • High-end ADT security system with motion sensors Perfectly positioned on the border of Bedford-Stuyvesant and Clinton Hill, this home offers easy access to neighborhood dining, parks, and multiple subway lines — just moments from Clinton Hill and Fort Greene. Garden Unit 1 at 256 Putnam Avenue delivers a rare combination of space, flexibility, outdoor living, and value — a truly special residence within a boutique building.
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    Listed by:

    LAFFEY REAL ESTATE 516-328-3233,

    Michael Biton 516-779-7966

    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 958992MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Electric, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Ductless, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
      • Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen, Primary Bathroom, Quartz/Quartzite Counters, Storage
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Windows: Aluminum Frames, Screens
      • Basement: See Remarks
      • Attic: None
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,686
      • Total interior livable area: 1,686 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Other
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Accessible Entrance
      Features
      • Levels: Bi-Level
      Lot
      • Size: 2,000 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 018270047
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Architectural style: Garden
      • Property subtype: Condominium, Residential
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Brownstone
      Condition
      • Year built: 1899

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Other
      • HOA fee: $599 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Brooklyn

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $681/sqft
      • Annual tax amount: $6,204
      • Date on market: 2/6/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 239 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/14/2026Listed for sale$1,149,000-2.2%$681/sqft
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        7/3/2026Listing removed$1,175,000$697/sqft
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        6/19/2026Price change$1,175,000-2%$697/sqft
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        5/28/2026Price change$1,199,000-4%$711/sqft
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        4/17/2026Price change$1,249,000-3.6%$741/sqft
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        3/20/2026Price change$1,295,000-5.8%$768/sqft
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        2/27/2026Price change$1,375,000-5.1%$816/sqft
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        2/6/2026Listed for sale$1,449,000-1.8%$859/sqft
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        2/5/2026Listing removed$1,475,000$875/sqft
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        1/12/2026Listed for sale$1,475,000$875/sqft
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        1/12/2026Listing removed$1,475,000$875/sqft
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        11/15/2025Listed for sale$1,475,000$875/sqft
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        Public tax history

        Tax history is unavailable.

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Bedford-Stuyvesant

        Getting around

        97 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        80 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Ps 3 Bedford Village
        • Middle: Urban Assembly Unison School (The)
        • High: Bedford Academy High School

        Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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