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Nestled in a duplex garden unit with only the owners' townhouse above, this spacious one bedroom home offers an entire lower level, laundry room with vented W/D, private outdoor patio, and WiFi included in rent. Seamlessly blending period features with modern convenience, this historic brownstone is in the heart of Prospect Heights and steps from Radio Bakery.
Enter through your own private entrance hall. The generous living room showcases stunning original architectural, including a stately mantle. The sleeping area is accessed through charming French doors and is fit for a queen bed and dressers.
A fully renovated eat-in kitchen includes a gas range, French door fridge, oversized island, dishwasher, and direct access to your private garden patio (separate from the owners private backyard).
The lower level recreation room provides a flexible space for a home office or entertaining and additional storage.
Conveniently positioned near multiple transit options including the 2/3/4/B/Q/S trains and Prospect Park, plus the area's vibrant cafe, art, shopping, and restaurant scene.
Pets allowed on a case by case basis.
Applications are $20. Upon approval, first month's rent and security deposit (one month's rent) must be provided at least signing.
Sold for $4,725,000
$4,725,000
402 Sterling Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11238
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Apartment
Built in ----
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$5,038,500 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$5,038,500
$4.43M - $5.59M
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French door fridgeLower level recreation roomPrivate outdoor patioPrivate garden patioOversized islandAdditional storageFully renovated eat-in kitchen
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Broker Exclusive, Fios Available, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 011730029
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $3,461,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,035
- Date on market: 9/23/2025
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $5,000 |
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| 9/23/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,000-56.5% |
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| 8/21/2025 | Sold | $4,725,000 |
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| 4/22/2025 | Sold | $4,725,000 |
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| 3/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,725,000+237.5% |
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| 8/29/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/1/2022 | Listed for rent | $11,500 |
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| 7/4/2004 | Sold | $1,400,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,035 +4.7% | $207,660 -0.4% |
| 2024 | $11,493 | $208,560 -18.5% |
| 2023 | -- | $255,900 +21.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $211,140 -2.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $216,240 -4.7% |
| 2020 | $8,430 -16.5% | $226,800 +23.8% |
| 2019 | $10,093 +7.2% | $183,180 +307.2% |
| 2018 | $9,411 +2.6% | $44,988 |
| 2017 | $9,171 +5.1% | $44,988 +0.8% |
| 2016 | $8,730 | $44,644 +6% |
| 2015 | $8,730 +70.5% | $42,120 +6% |
| 2014 | $5,119 | $39,736 +6% |
| 2013 | -- | $37,490 |
| 2012 | -- | $37,490 +0.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $37,204 +6% |
| 2010 | -- | $35,100 +6% |
| 2009 | -- | $33,114 +6% |
| 2008 | -- | $31,242 |
| 2007 | -- | $31,242 +0.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $31,004 +6% |
| 2005 | -- | $29,250 +6% |
| 2004 | -- | $27,595 +6% |
| 2003 | -- | $26,035 |
| 2002 | -- | $26,035 +0.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $25,837 +6% |
| 2000 | -- | $24,375 |
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Neighborhood: Prospect Heights
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10PS 9 Sarah Smith Garnet School (The)Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Ms 266 Park Place Community Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10GOTHAM PROFESSIONAL ARTS ACADEMYGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi