Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• In the last Pulse Real Estate newsletter, I mentioned that Paseo on Fifth - a new four‑story, 49‑unit luxury rental at 50 Paseo Place in Park Slope (Between Baltic & Douglass St, where the old Key Foods parking lot on 5th Ave used to be) - is now leasing. [New York Business Journal]

  Paseo on Fifth has unveiled its second Park Slope building, 55 Paseo Place - leasing 131 modern studio, 1- and 2-bed apartments. The development features a walkable paseo with retail anchors like Lidl, CVS, and Wells Fargo, plus rooftop lounges, co-working spaces, a gym, yoga studio, craft room and more. [PR Newswire]

  

Stoop of the Week

“And the award for the cutest stoop goes to...✨️” - @stoopdecor

This Week’s Must-See Property Rentals

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 7 days are shown - except where there are price drops. All sales jargon has been magically removed ✨

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

Top Rental Listings

145 Prospect Park West #4D: $3,700

2 beds 1 bath

• Right across from Prospect Park

• Top floor of walkup; in a building of 27 units, 5 stories; 2002 built

• Dogs and cats allowed

• Appliances: dishwasher

• Building amenities: laundry in building, roof deck, bike room, live in super

447 16th Street #3L: $3,995

3 beds 1 bath

• Less than half a block from Prospect Park

• In a building of 8 units, 4 stories; 1908 built

• Appliances: dishwasher

471 18th Street #D3A: $4,400

2 beds 2 baths

• 800 ft²

• Private balcony

• Appliances: central air, dishwasher

• Building amenities: laundry in building, courtyard

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Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• 544 Carroll Street is now leasing its record‑breaking $25,000/month duplex - Gowanus’ highest-rate rental. [New York Post]

• JLL Capital has secured $123 million in construction financing for Anagram Gowanus, a 158‑unit mixed‑use development at 450 Union Street in Gowanus (adjacent to Gowanus Canal on the Carroll Gardens side) - bringing more housing and retail space to the neighborhood. [citybiz]

• Sky Equity Group has secured a $340 million refinancing loan from Affinius Capital to complete and lease up 313 Bond, a two‑tower, 603‑unit luxury mixed‑use project in Gowanus featuring 51,600 sq ft of retail space and top‑tier amenities. [Crain’s New York Business] [Multi-Housing News]

• The housing lottery is live for The Brook (589 Fulton Street), a 51‑story Downtown Brooklyn tower with 591 rental units - including 178 affordable (studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom) apartments priced from $1,793/month - and amenities like a pool, dog‑washing station, gym, bike lockers and rooftop lounge. [Brownstoner]

  

• The Slope on Fifth, a 30-unit luxury condominium located at 445 5th Avenue (corner of 9th St & 5th Ave) has a selection of one to three-bedroom apartments for sale: [StreetEasy Listing]

  

The elevator building features a striking terracotta and metallic façade, blending modern design with the neighborhood’s classic charm. The newly released unit photos showcase warm, contemporary interiors with expansive windows, natural light, and refined finishes across a range of one- to three-bedroom residences, priced from $995,000 to $2,300,000. The building also offers private garage parking for purchase.

Stoop of the Week

Ever wonder why many of the brownstone buildings on the north side of the block on St Johns Pl between 5th & 6th Ave are missing stoops?

In the 1970s, a construction company remodelled the brownstones at Nos. 35-67 St. Johns Pl in #ParkSlope.

The goal was to convert the rowhouses into apartments for working class residents.

Part of that job included removing the stoops and replacing them with a ground floor entry door.

The process took many months and, thanks to the diligence of an observer, a 7-minute film was made of the process. - @brownstonedetectives

Click the screengrab below to view the video: Sourced via The Brownstone Detectives

View this video 👷

Email your Stoop of the Week nominations to info@parkslopeliving.com or reply to this email!

This Week’s Must-See Property Sales

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property sales of 2-3 bedroom apartments.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 14 days are shown unless there is a significant price drop. All sales jargon has been magically removed.

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 & 3 bedrooms

415 9th Street #53: $1,100,000 (Co-op)

3 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing continues below, plus more great 2-3 bedroom properties ~~

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Brooklyn By The Quarter: 2025 Q2

By Casey Soloff, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Compass, a 20 year resident of Brooklyn, and founder of the monthly Dadurdays meetup at Wild East Brewing Co. in Gowanus.

Q2 2025 delivered a few interesting developments worth noting. While the rental market was adjusting to the new reality of the FARE Act, the sales market had its own story to tell: co-ops posted notably strong performance with sales up 12.5% year-over-year and median prices jumping 42%, while condos saw their first significant decline in recent memory.

Discover why - and get a deeper dive into the latest Brooklyn market trends - in the full Brooklyn by the Quarter report from Casey Soloff.

Read the full Q2 report here

Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• Tolib Mansurov - a Brooklyn developer accused of orchestrating straw-donor contributions for Mayor Eric Adams - is behind plans for a 99-unit, 14-story mixed-use building at 67 Fourth Ave in Park Slope (between Bergen St & St Marks Pl). [The Real Deal] [Crain’s]

• Paseo on Fifth, a new four‑story, 49‑unit luxury rental at 50 Paseo Place in Park Slope (Between Baltic & Douglass St, where the old Key Foods parking lot on 5th Ave used to be), is now leasing. [New York Business Journal]

• A 125-year-old parking garage at 38 State Street in Brooklyn Heights is set to be transformed into a five-unit luxury condominium. The Landmarks Preservation Commission has approved the project, which will preserve the building's Art Deco façade while introducing modern residential amenities. [New York Business Journal]

• Sales have launched at The Abbey, a 19th-century Gothic Revival church in Fort Greene now converted into 12 luxury condos. Units range from $1.195M for one-bedroom homes to $4M for a three-bedroom, featuring original stonework, vaulted ceilings, and stained glass windows. [The New York Times]

Stoop of the Week

“File this under ‘Beautiful Brooklyn buildings on blocks that are completely overlooked.’ This 1887 building, designed by architect William H. Tubby, was originally the Bureau of Charities Headquarters.” - @glennb1134

Address: 67 Schermerhorn Street in Downtown Brooklyn

“This is an overlooked building on an often overlooked street. William Tubby is considered one of Brooklyn’s finest architects, with his most well known works in Clinton Hill, as oft-time architect to oil magnate Charles Pratt. This building was built as offices and facilities for the Bureau of Charities, the Labor Bureau, and the Union for Christian Works, an influential charity. A main feature of the building was a basement library room for men, and a large third floor library for the general public. Today the building is the Educational Alliance: TEEN AID center.” - Brownstoner

This Week’s Must-See Property Rentals

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property rentals with 2-3 bedrooms.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 7 days are shown - except where there are price drops. All sales jargon has been magically removed ✨

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

Top Rental Listings: 2-3 bedrooms

261 14th Street #2A: $3,500

2 beds 1 bath

• 700 ft²

• In a building of 20 units, 5 stories; 1923 built

• Pet-friendly

• Appliances: dishwasher

• Heat & water included

806 President Street #4B: $3,850

2 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing plus more 2 & 3 bedroom listings continue below ~~

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Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• A single parking spot in Park Slope just sold for $250K. “Opened in 1986, Park Slope Garage Condominium sits across from the Park Slope Food Coop at 841 Union Street. The garage was the first of its kind to win state approval to sell parking spaces as "condos.” [Streetsblog NYC]

  

• “Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez on Friday announced that the city will finally shut down operations at a controversial concrete recycling facility on the western Brooklyn waterfront by this August.

  Local residents had been flooding their elected officials with complaints about the dust, vibrations and noise from the SIMS Concrete Recycling Facility, operated by NYC DOT, ever since it was temporarily relocated to the north end of Brooklyn Marine Terminal site in the Columbia Street Waterfront District in February 2024.” [Brooklyn Eagle]

  More in-depth reading: ‘Does Brooklyn Need a New Waterfront Neighborhood?’ [New York Times]

• Berkeley Carroll School just bought a Park Slope townhouse for $6 million - expanding its footprint in the neighborhood as demand for private school space grows. [Crain’s New York Business]

• [LONG READ] Did you know Brooklyn Heights’ 140 Clinton Street was home to a 19th-century British antislavery spy and later four generations of the Greeley family - descendants of famed editor Horace Greeley? Dive into the full fascinating history in The New York Times article: ‘The Brooklyn Allergist’s Office That Was Once Home to a Spy’

  

Stoop of the Week

And now, a garage that actually comes with a house…

“This carriage house, like most others in Brooklyn Heights, was designed not just for horses but for carriage drivers too. During the late 1920s and early 1930s, these carriage houses were converted into garages. Today, most of them have been converted into some of the most coveted residences in New York City.” - @travistraversing

Email your Stoop of the Week nominations to info@parkslopeliving.com or reply to this email!

This Week’s Must-See Property Sales

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property sales of 2-3 bedroom apartments.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 14 days are shown unless there is a significant price drop. All sales jargon has been magically removed.

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 & 3 bedrooms

279 1st Street #4C: $995,000 (Co-op)

2 beds 1 bath

• Private roof deck

• In a building of 12 units, 4 stories; 1921 built

• Fireplace

• Pet friendly

• Appliances: washer/dryer, dishwasher, central air

• Building amenities: bike room, storage space

• Monthly costs: $971 (tax + maintenance)

289 13th Street #3L: $1,275,000 (Condo)

2 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing continues below, plus more great 2-3 bedroom property listings, including one under $1M ~~

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Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• [LONG READ] Unless you’ve been living under a rock - or not subscribed to this real estate newsletter - you’ll know Gowanus is in the middle of a massive makeover. Here’s the NYT lowdown on how rezoning is reshaping the neighborhood. [New York Times]

  While you’re here, follow our new sister Instagram page @HeyGowanus for the best things to see, dine & drink in the neighborhood!

• The New York City Council has approved a rezoning to allow The Coney's proposed Coney Island casino, though final approval still hinges on state gaming licenses and community hearings. [Brooklyn Paper]

• Amy Schumer has reduced the asking price of her Brooklyn Heights townhouse by $1.25 million less than 3 months after listing - now listed at $12.75 million. The historic home, featured in the 1987 film 'Moonstruck,' offers five bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a gym, and a wine cellar. [Realtor]

• According to a PropertyShark study cited by the NYT, Red Hook’s median home prices rose 150% from $790,000 to $1.975 million between 2014 and 2024, ranking fourth highest citywide. (Two Bridges was the highest at 288%.) [New York Times]

Stoop of the Week

“What this home lacks in available historical information, it makes up for in charm.” - @travistraversing

Can you guess which neighborhood this stoop is in? Scroll down to the bottom to get the answer!

Email your favorite shots at info@parkslopeliving.com or DM/tag us on Instagram at @parkslopeliving.

This Week’s Must-See Property Rentals

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property rentals with 2-3 bedrooms.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 7 days are shown - except where there are price drops. All sales jargon has been magically removed ✨

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

Top Rental Listings: 2-3 bedrooms

167 15th Street #2R: $3,200

2 beds 1 bath

• 650 ft²

• 2nd floor apartment; in a building of 6 units, 3 stories; 1925 built

• Appliances: washer/dryer, dishwasher

433 Dean Street #433-9: $4,250

2 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing plus three more 2 & 3 bedroom listings continue below: two more $3,500 & under! ~~

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Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• Alloy Development has transformed a 19th‑century Dumbo factory into a luxe $2.8 million, 2‑bed, 2‑bath townhouse in the Brick & Timber building at 168 Plymouth Street, featuring soaring archways, a custom Italian kitchen, dual entrances, and a private roof deck. [Dwell]

• Following the June 11 enactment of NYC’s new broker-fee law under the FARE Act, tenants report that some agents are charging alternative fees labeled as “management” or “technology” fees. This has raised concerns about potential loopholes and prompted nearly 300 complaints to city Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (the agency responsible for enforcing the FARE Act). [New York Post]

Stoop of the Week

Each week, I spotlight a property with serious curb appeal.

Originally built in 1891 as part of the ‘Masury & Sons Paint Works’, the red-brick warehouse at 168 Plymouth Street is a rare surviving example of DUMBO’s industrial past. Known for its heavy timber beams, arched brick openings, and utilitarian design, the building served as a paint grinding and shipping facility during Brooklyn’s manufacturing boom.

“Founder John Masury… patented ready‑made paints and the paint can, with a flat metal top that could be easily removed.

The first floor of the brick and timber building is where packages would come in and out… the arched entryways… were loading docks, and you can still see metal remnants of their doors.” - Untapped

In 1921, a neighboring ‘Concrete Daylight Factory’ was added at 42 Jay Street, designed to maximize natural light through expansive windows and reinforced concrete construction (hallmarks of early 20th-century industrial architecture).

Together, the two buildings reflect over a century of Brooklyn’s transformation, from industrial hub to residential neighborhood. Now landmarked, they have been preserved and adapted for modern living, maintaining their historic brickwork, exposed beams, and factory-scale windows.

Sources: Dwell, Alloy, Untapped

Email your Stoop of the Week nominations to info@parkslopeliving.com or reply to this email!

This Week’s Must-See Property Sales

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property sales of 2-3 bedroom apartments.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 14 days are shown unless there is a significant price drop. All sales jargon has been magically removed.

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 & 3 bedrooms

454 15th Street #4L: $879,000 (Co-op)

2 beds 1 bath

• 980 ft²

• Half a block from Prospect Park

• 4th floor walkup in a building of 8 units, 4 stories; 1920 built

• Pet-friendly

• Plans for private roof deck

• Appliances: washer/dryer

• Monthly costs: $770 (maintenance + tax)

11 Sterling Place #4A: $1,720,000 (Condo)

3 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing continues below, plus more great 2-3 bedroom property listings ~~

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Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• The founders of eco-conscious wallpaper brand Trove - Jee Levin and Randall Buck - just listed their Brooklyn Heights duplex at 220 Columbia Heights for $4.29M, showcasing bespoke interiors, a private garden, and original 1860s details. They bought the home in 2013 for $1.87M and are upsizing nearby after more than a decade of design-driven living. [The New York Post]

  

• The Dubois Bunche Public Policy Center at Medgar Evers College is intensifying efforts to combat deed theft and foreclosure among Black homeowners in Brooklyn, offering over 100 hours of workshops on financial literacy and legal support. Amid ongoing gentrification pressures that threaten to displace longtime residents, New York City’s Black homeownership rate remains low at just 31%. [BK Reader]

• Actor Michael Shannon’s cozy Brooklyn home, located in a converted church in the Red Hook neighborhood, offers a soulful retreat filled with Venetian plaster walls, antique rugs, and personal heirlooms. He recently gave Architectural Digest an exclusive tour, showcasing how interior designer Colleen Newell helped transform the space into a meditative, artful sanctuary that reflects his unique style and history. [Architectural Digest]

Stoop of the Week

This week’s stoop of the week is the location of Häagen-Dazs, on the corner of President St & 7th Ave.

“Uniformed Hall Boys?" Ya mean there were once uniformed hall boys in there!?!? Ah, the things we can no longer enjoy. :)

(Apartment house at No. 820 President St, #ParkSlope, #Brooklyn)” - @brownstonedetectives

Few references are still available online about hall boys - here is the text from Wikipedia about hall boys with more of a British focus:

“The hall boy or hallboy was a position held by a young male domestic worker on the staff of a great house, usually a young teenager. The name derives from the fact that the hall boy usually slept in the servants' hall.

Like his female counterpart, the scullery maid, the hall boy would have been expected to work up to 16 hours per day, seven days per week. His duties were often among the most disagreeable in the house, such as emptying chamber pots for the higher-ranking servants. In the absence of a boot boy, he also cleaned the boots not just of the family members but also those of the butler and those of the visitors. The hall boy also waited on more senior servants when they took their meals in the servants hall. He slept on a fold-down bed in the hallway connecting the servants' quarters.” - Wikipedia

“They [uniformed hall boys] were available to carry packages from carriages to the apartments for female residents, post mail, and do other sundry errands.” - Daytonian in Manhattan

“Hall boys were like the male equivalent of the scullery maid, meaning the lowest ranking member of staff. They did the dirty grunt work, such as emptying chamber pots and so on. They also literally slept in the hallway, hence their name.” - r/DowntonAbbey

~~~

Though the name sounds European, Häagen-Dazs proudly got its start in Brooklyn.

Their first location is located in Brooklyn Heights (120 Montague St) which re-opened last year.

“To jump-start their business, Reuben offered free ice cream samples to bodegas and grocery stores. Seeing how much love their products received, their daughter Doris opened the brand’s first brick-and-mortar shop in Brooklyn on Montague in 1976. By the 80s, the brand had become a nationwide franchise with sales of about $115 million annually.” - Brooklyn Paper

Email your favorite shots at info@parkslopeliving.com or DM/tag us on Instagram at @parkslopeliving.

This Week’s Must-See Property Rentals

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property rentals with 2-3 bedrooms.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 7 days are shown - except where there are price drops. All sales jargon has been magically removed ✨

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

Top Rental Listings: 2-3 bedrooms

530 Carlton Avenue #3: $4,250

2 beds 1 bath

• In a building of 3 units; 1899 built

• 3rd floor apartment

• Appliances: washer/dryer, dishwasher, central air

318 Sixth Street #17: $3,799

3 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing plus three more 2 & 3 bedroom listings continue below: ~~

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Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• The FARE Act is now in effect as of 2 days ago (June 11 2025): “The Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses (FARE) Act makes broker fees the responsibility of the party who hires the broker — which, in most cases, is the property manager. It requires property managers or their brokers to disclose and advertise any fees a tenant must pay on their rental listings and in rental agreements, or else risk a penalty, including fines and risk of lawsuit. It also gives renters the choice of hiring a broker to represent them, and ensures tenants aren’t forced to pay a broker fee as a condition of signing a lease agreement.” [StreetEasy]

• One of Brooklyn Heights’ oldest homes at 69 Orange St, built in 1829 and believed to have been a stop on the Underground Railroad, is now listed for $5.95 million. The landmarked Federal-style house features original details and a historic cellar tunnel. [NY Post]

  

• Silverstein Properties has relaunched condominium sales at Brooklyn Tower, Brooklyn’s tallet building, after acquiring the project in a $672 million foreclosure settlement. The 93-story neo-Gothic skyscraper which has sold only 23 of its 143 condos, will have condos priced from $965,000 for a studio. “Although not open yet, the building’s 100,000 square feet of amenity space, includes a huge Life Time fitness center that will span seven floors.” [Curbed] [6sqft]

Stoop of the Week

Each week, I spotlight a property with serious curb appeal.

“sorbet colors in Park Slope 🍊🍧💛” - @natashahusein

Email your Stoop of the Week nominations to info@parkslopeliving.com or reply to this email!

This Week’s Must-See Property Sales

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property sales of 2-3 bedroom apartments.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 14 days are shown unless there is a significant price drop. All sales jargon has been magically removed.

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 bedrooms

298 12th Street #2F: $845,000 (Condo)

2 beds 1 bath

• In a building of 8 units, 4 stories; 1925 built

• Working fireplace

• Appliances: dishwasher

• Building amenities: laundry in building

• Monthly charges: $556 (taxes) + $171 (common charges)

162 Garfield Place #1L: $899,000 (Co-op)

2 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing continues below, plus more great 2-3 bedroom property listings ~~

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Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• “The developers of 175 Third St. tapped Bjarke Ingels’ much-in-demand architectural firm [Bjarke Ingels Group] to design their planned, 1,000-unit, rental apartment tower.

  The new 175 Third St. in the burgeoning residential neighborhood from Charney Companies and Tavros will stand 27 stories encompassing over 1 million square feet – the fifth building by the partners on four different sites on the Gowanus Canal’s eastern side.” This is a $1B residential project, and it is located right across from Whole Foods. [New York Post]

  

• “Once called the Waldorf-Astoria of Brooklyn and the location where the Brooklyn Dodgers celebrated their 1955 World Series win, the Hotel Bossert, at 98 Montague Street at Hicks Street, was acquired by real estate developer SomeraRoad. Their plan is to reopen the building as luxury residences with an anchor restaurant tenant to be determined. All of which is to say that Montague Street is becoming a destination.” [Eater NY]

  

• The NYC broker fee law goes into effect June 11:

  “The FARE Act — passed in City Council with a veto-proof majority of 42-8 on Nov. 13 — prohibits agents representing property owners from charging prospective renters a “broker fee.” It also requires that all fees a tenant owes be included in rental agreements and real estate listings.

  Proponents of the legislation say it will help ease the city’s housing crisis by cutting down prohibitive up-front costs for tenants, including broker fees — which are typically about 15% of the annual cost of a rental unit, according to real estate website OpenIgloo.” [New York Post]

• Parental co-buying is increasingly influencing New York City's real estate market. Faced with high entry costs and competitive conditions, many first-time buyers are turning to family support to secure homes. Realtors report that a significant portion of sales now involve parents assisting their children, often enabling all-cash offers that outcompete other buyers. This trend is particularly impacting entry-level and mid-tier segments, intensifying competition and driving up prices in neighborhoods and new developments. [6sqft]

Stoop of the Week

“A Park Slope #brownstone for $6K, anyone?

Newly completed 6th Street #townhouses (Nos. 293-301), c. 1891.” - @brownstonedetectives

Email your favorite shots at info@parkslopeliving.com or DM/tag us on Instagram at @parkslopeliving.

This Week’s Must-See Property Rentals

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property rentals with 2 bedrooms.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 7 days are shown - except where there are price drops. All sales jargon has been magically removed ✨

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 bedrooms

403 Saint John's Place #3: $3,995

2 beds 1 bath

• In a building of 27 units, 4 stories; 1921 built

• A few blocks from Grand Army Plaza

• 2nd floor walkup

111 Prospect Park South West #12: $4,600 (No Fee)

2 beds 2 baths

~~ This listing plus three more 2 & 3 bedroom listings continue below: ~~

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Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on the local real estate market, we’ve got you covered! Our real estate listings for this week are focused on property sales 2 bedroom apartments.

Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• “After previously renting at the Pierhouse condominium in Brooklyn Heights, the Grammy-winning Ed Sheeran and his wife, Cherry Seaborn, have purchased a roughly 3,400-square-foot unit in that same waterfront development for just less than $12 million, according to the Real Deal.” [New York Post]

• LONG READ: The redevelopment plan for Brooklyn's Marine Terminal aims to transform the underutilized 122-acre waterfront into a mixed-use space featuring housing, public parks, and modernized port facilities. However, community members and local officials criticize the process for lacking transparency and sufficient public input, raising concerns about potential gentrification and the displacement of existing maritime jobs. [City Limits]

• The Community-led Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan, which will bring 4,600 new homes to Prospect Heights, Crown Heights, and Bedford-Stuyvesant, has been approved by the city. 1,900 of the homes will be permanently affordable for local residents. The plan, which includes $215 million for infrastructure, streets and parks, has been in the works for a decade [BK Reader].

Here are last week’s news items that only went out to paid subscribers:

• Society Brooklyn, a newly completed two-tower, 21-story development in Gowanus, brings 517 residential units and 57,000 square feet of retail space to the neighborhood. Society Brooklyn is a mix of studio to three-bedroom apartments, with 25% designated as affordable housing. Amenities include gyms, outdoor pools, sun decks, and a rooftop terrace with views of the Gowanus Canal. [CoStar]

• CityPickle is set to transform Anchorage Plaza beneath the Brooklyn Bridge in DUMBO into a vibrant 60,000-square-foot recreational hub. The project, named "CityPickle Brooklyn Bridge," will feature 11 pickleball courts, curated food trucks, shaded seating areas, and green spaces, along with amenities like a dog run, chess tables, and public art installations. This initiative marks the first public use of the space in over 15 years, repurposing former DOT parking lots into a community-focused venue. The courts are expected to open sometime from Fall 2025, operating seasonally, while other amenities will be available year-round. [New York Business Journal]

• LONG READ: Gowanus is undergoing a rapid transformation, with over 5,000 new apartments in the pipeline, reshaping the neighborhood's skyline and housing landscape. Brick Underground's in-depth article looks into this surge in development, highlighting key projects such as the 13-story 655 Union Street, the 20-story 450 Union Street, and the expansive Society Brooklyn complex with waterfront amenities. Also covered: the implications of the 2021 rezoning, the integration of affordable housing, and the neighborhood's evolution. [Brick Underground]

Stoop of the Week

Each week, I spotlight a property with serious curb appeal. This week’s “Stoop of the Week” has neither a stoop nor much curb appeal (and it’s in Clinton Hill) but it’s been the talk of the neighborhood since Monday, so I couldn’t resist:

“So they built the ugliest monstrosity you’ve ever seen on my corner but some unsung hero of Brooklyn attached this plaque to it. Blessings upon blessings to this person 🙏🏻” @roartea

Since being shared as a story on our sister page @clintonhillcorner on Monday, the property was featured on New York Times the next morning: ‘A Modern Townhouse Rises in Brooklyn and an Anonymous Critic Follows’

“The New York Times could not locate the identity of the unauthorized mystery curator. Sometime between Sunday afternoon and Monday afternoon, the plaque was removed.” [New York Times]

To be continued…

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This Week’s Must-See Property Sales

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property sales of 2 bedroom apartments.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 14 days are shown unless there is a significant price drop. All sales jargon has been magically removed.

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 bedrooms

20 Jackson Place #3: $1,275,000 (Condo)

2 beds 1 bath

• Private deck and garden

• In a building of 5 units, 3 stories; 2009 built

• Appliances: washer/dryer, dishwasher, central air

• Monthly charges: $290 (taxes) + $276 (common charges); 421a tax abatement expires in 2026

• Deeded parking garage space is also available for sale in this building

90 8th Avenue #8C: $1,200,000 (Co-op)

2 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing continues below, plus 3 more great 2 bedroom property listings ~~

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Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• Society Brooklyn, a newly completed two-tower, 21-story development in Gowanus, brings 517 residential units and 57,000 square feet of retail space to the neighborhood. Society Brooklyn is a mix of studio to three-bedroom apartments, with 25% designated as affordable housing. Amenities include gyms, outdoor pools, sun decks, and a rooftop terrace with views of the Gowanus Canal. [CoStar]

• CityPickle is set to transform Anchorage Plaza beneath the Brooklyn Bridge in DUMBO into a vibrant 60,000-square-foot recreational hub. The project, named "CityPickle Brooklyn Bridge," will feature 11 pickleball courts, curated food trucks, shaded seating areas, and green spaces, along with amenities like a dog run, chess tables, and public art installations. This initiative marks the first public use of the space in over 15 years, repurposing former DOT parking lots into a community-focused venue. The courts are expected to open sometime from Fall 2025, operating seasonally, while other amenities will be available year-round. [New York Business Journal]

• LONG READ: Gowanus is undergoing a rapid transformation, with over 5,000 new apartments in the pipeline, reshaping the neighborhood's skyline and housing landscape. Brick Underground's in-depth article looks into this surge in development, highlighting key projects such as the 13-story 655 Union Street, the 20-story 450 Union Street, and the expansive Society Brooklyn complex with waterfront amenities. Also covered: the implications of the 2021 rezoning, the integration of affordable housing, and the neighborhood's evolution. [Brick Underground]

Stoop of the Week

This week's "Stoop of the Week" is 101 Park Place, a meticulously restored Italianate brownstone in Park Slope, listed at $6.995 million. Behind its classic façade lies a five-level, two-family home that blends historic charm with modern luxury. Features include preserved historic details (wedding-cake molding, marble mantels, and chevron-patterned oak floors), a music studio, fitness studio, and a roof terrace with Manhattan skyline views.

[Read more on 6sqft]

Email your favorite shots at info@parkslopeliving.com or DM/tag us on Instagram at @parkslopeliving.

This Week’s Must-See Property Rentals

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on our top 2 bedroom apartments - all in Park Slope.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 7 days are shown - except where there are price drops. All sales jargon has been magically removed ✨

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 bedrooms

312 10th Street #2: $3,750

2 beds 1 bath

• In a building of 2 units, 2 stories; 1899 built

• Appliances: washer/dryer, central air

449 Seventh Avenue #4L: $3,995

2 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing plus five more of our top picks for 2 bedroom listings continue below: ~~

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Our real estate listings for this week are focused on property sales of 2-3 bedroom apartments, including a 3 bedroom condo for under $1.3M in North Slope.

Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• “The Coignet building, an elegant mansion rendered in stone concrete in the midst of a Gowanus industrial zone, has always had an uncanny appeal: Built in 1873 as an advertisement for the stone concrete manufacturer behind it, the building served only briefly as a showpiece for the Coignet Stone Company, which filed for bankruptcy that year and went under entirely in 1882…

  But after an exterior renovation courtesy of Whole Foods, whose store practically engulfs it, the Coignet building might finally be put to use again. It’s on the market, as first reported by the New York Post, asking $2.995 million.”

  The price has actually increased almost $300K since it was listed 2 years ago for $2.7 million as reported by a follower on @parkslopeliving, but it’s a huge discount from $5 million in 2015 [Curbed - interior photos available too in link!]

• “A massive 1.3 million-square-foot development is [being proposed] for Coney Island, featuring a casino, hotel, convention center, and retail space. Dubbed The Coney, the proposed project would be located on Surf Avenue, between Maimonides Park and Luna Park. The New York City Planning Commission has now approved the plans, moving it closer to realization.” [Brooklyn Bridge Parents]

  Read more about The Coney project here including more renderings like the one below.

  

• A landmark 1905 Colonial Revival mansion in Prospect Park South has hit the market for $12.49 million after an eight-year restoration by its architect owner. Spanning over 11,450 square feet, the 22-room estate features 9 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms, a chef’s kitchen, multiple fireplaces, and a third-floor entertainment room that was formerly a ballroom.

  

• A 72-story, 840-foot mixed-use tower is proposed to replace the “eyesore” 7-story office building at 395 Flatbush Ave in Downtown Brooklyn, potentially becoming Brooklyn’s second-tallest skyscraper (the tallest being The Brooklyn Tower nearby at 9 DeKalb Avenue). The project includes 1,200 apartments - 20–30% of which will be affordable housing - alongside retail and commercial space, all developed without city funding. [Gothamist] [New York YIMBY]

• Last chance to buy tickets to the Park Slope Sustainable House Tour. Hosted by the Park Slope Civic Council and completely sold out last year, the event is making its return Sunday May 18, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM:

  [Limited Tickets are available!]

  “The Annual House Tour began in 1959 and last year, for the first time, focused on next-generation sustainable technology. The sold out tour featured houses, coop and condo apartments with rooftop solar, heat pumps, advanced insulation and triple glazed windows, among other sustainable features. We have a array of homes lined up that are both beautiful and environmentally friendly.

  Join us for a post-tour get-together at either Greenwood Park (555 7th Avenue, between 19th and 20th Streets) or Brewer’s Row (228 7th Avenue, between 3rd and 4th Streets). Come meet some of your neighbors and chat about the houses you saw, the cool technology, and what you may be thinking about for your own home. And you can have a drink or two and learn more about the Civic Council!”

  Proceeds from the House Tour support grants to up and coming neighborhood arts and cultural organizations.

Stoop of the Week

“90 Park Place is an Italianate carriage house was originally built for the corner house to its right (117 Sixth Avenue). Although the carriage doors were replaced by an overhead door, the paneled hay loft door is original.” - @travistraversing

Email your favorite shots at info@parkslopeliving.com or DM/tag us on Instagram at @parkslopeliving.

This Week’s Must-See Property Sales

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property sales of 2-3 bedroom apartments.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 14 days are shown unless there is a significant price drop. All sales jargon has been magically removed.

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 bedrooms

436 Sterling Place #10: $850,000 (Co-op; JUST LISTED)

2 beds 1 bath

• In a building of 20 units, 4 stories; 1911 built

• Private storage

• Cats & dogs allowed

• Appliances: dishwasher

• Building amenities: laundry room, bike storage

• Monthly costs: $1,147 (maintenance + tax)

230 Park Place #6N: $975,000 (Co-op)

2 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing continues below the paywall, plus four more great 2 bedroom listings and a 3 bedroom condo for under $1.3M in North Slope. ~~

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Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• Leasing has officially launched at Longview, a new 17-story building at 380 4th Avenue that brings 197 residences - including 50 affordable units - 30,000 square feet of amenities and 14,000 square feet of retail space to the Park Slope-Gowanus corridor. Designed to reflect the character of both neighborhoods, Longview offers open-concept layouts, rooftop terraces, co-working lounges, and sweeping skyline views. Move-ins begin this May. Apply now at longviewbk.com.

• “Charney Companies and Tavros today announced significant funding for 175 Third Street, the planned fourth building in their jointly developed campus Gowanus Wharf. Once completed, 175 Third Street will be the largest building in Gowanus, with approximately 1 million square feet and 1,000 residences. Upon completion of the project, Charney and Tavros will have developed and will own over 2 million square feet and 2,200 residences in Gowanus, making them the largest owner in the neighborhood.

  Two acquisition/pre-development loans totaling $145 million have been secured.” [PR Newswire]

• “Just steps from her beloved carousel, a corner of Dumbo now bears the name of Jane Walentas, the woman who helped transform the once-gritty Brooklyn waterfront into the cultural hub it is today.” [Brownstoner]

(Photo: Paul Frangipane via Brownstoner)

• According to a WSJ article, Gen Z renters are prioritizing lifestyle, community, and amenities - even at a premium. [Wall Street Journal]

Stoop of the Week

Al Capone’s Childhood Home Lists for $6.25M in Park Slope

“This newly constructed Park Slope townhouse offers five expansive levels of refined living, featuring sunlit interiors, multiple private terraces and luxurious finishes throughout. Designed for both grand entertaining and private retreat, it includes a dramatic great room, chef’s kitchen, spa-inspired primary suite and a top-floor solarium with sweeping views.”

(Photo from StreetEasy)

PROPERTY DETAILS

38 Garfield Place

6 Bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms | 3 Half Bathrooms

[Read more about the building’s past here]

[View listing here]

Email your favorite shots at info@parkslopeliving.com or DM/tag us on Instagram at @parkslopeliving.

This Week’s Must-See Property Rentals

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property rentals with 2-3 bedrooms.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 7 days are shown - except where there are price drops. All sales jargon has been magically removed ✨

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Looking to promote your listing here? (All promotions will be clearly labeled as SPONSORED)

Email info@parkslopeliving.com for more info!

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 bedrooms

356 Saint Johns Place #3F: $3,600

2 beds 1 bath

• Less than half a block from Grand Army Plaza

• In a building of 40 units, 4 stories; 1914 built

• Appliances: dishwasher

• Heat and hot water included

• Building amenities: live in super

18 East 7th Street #1: $3,750 (no fee)

2 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing plus three more 2 & 3 bedroom listings continue below: ~~

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Our real estate listings for this week are focused on property sales of 1-2 bedrooms, plus a 5 bedroom home for $1.7M.

Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• Back by popular demand, the Park Slope Sustainable House Tour - hosted by the Park Slope Civic Council and completely sold out last year - is making its return Sunday May 18, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM:

  [Limited Tickets are available!]

  “The Annual House Tour began in 1959 and last year, for the first time, focused on next-generation sustainable technology. The sold out tour featured houses, coop and condo apartments with rooftop solar, heat pumps, advanced insulation and triple glazed windows, among other sustainable features. We have a array of homes lined up that are both beautiful and environmentally friendly.

  Join us for a post-tour get-together at either Greenwood Park (555 7th Avenue, between 19th and 20th Streets) or Brewer’s Row (228 7th Avenue, between 3rd and 4th Streets). Come meet some of your neighbors and chat about the houses you saw, the cool technology, and what you may be thinking about for your own home. And you can have a drink or two and learn more about the Civic Council!”

  Proceeds from the House Tour support grants to up and coming neighborhood arts and cultural organizations.

• NYC is temporarily allowing landlords to list vacant affordable apartments on platforms like StreetEasy, bypassing the usual Housing Connect lottery system for one year, starting May 1, 2025. This move aims to fill vacancies more quickly, as the traditional process often leads to long waits. [Gothamist]

• RentReboot launches NYC’s first rent-stabilized alert tool, offering real-time, verified listings for affordable apartments. This tool aims to streamline the apartment search process and help renters find stable pricing in a competitive market. Users can customize alerts based on budget, neighborhood, subway access, and amenities, with options to receive one or multiple listings per day. ​ [Secret NYC]

Stoop of the Week

Email your favorite shots at info@parkslopeliving.com or DM/tag us on Instagram at @parkslopeliving.

This Week’s Must-See Property Sales

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property sales of 1-2 bedrooms, plus a 5 bedroom home for $1.7M.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 14 days are shown unless there is a significant price drop. All sales jargon has been magically removed.

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

1 bedroom

207 Park Place #1FW: $750,000 (Co-op)

1 bed 1 bath

• In a building of 10 units, 4 stories; 1931 built

• Pets allowed

• Appliances: dishwasher, washer/dryer

• Building amenities: communal garden, bike storage, deeded basement storage

• Monthly costs: $740 (tax + maintenance)

799 President Street #3: $795,000 (Co-op)

1 bed 1 bath

• Pets are permitted up to 25 lbs

• Appliances: dishwasher

• Building amenities: laundry, basement storage

• Monthly costs: $706 (tax + maintenance)

2 bedrooms

456 Prospect Avenue #1L: $975,000 (Co-op)

2 beds 1 bath

This listing continues below the paywall, plus more great two bedroom listings and a 5 bedroom home for $1.7M:

Read more

And you won’t want to miss this amazing palatial 3 bedroom listing. Read more about it in our listings section below!

Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• 44 Berkeley Place [between 5th & 6th Ave - across from Park Slope Playground] which we reported on in January this year has been demolished.

• New Housing Lotteries:

  • Society Brooklyn at Sackett [APPLY HERE]: “Society Brooklyn at Sackett is located at 504 Sackett Street, on the canal waterfront in Gowanus. Its sister tower, Society Brooklyn at DeGraw, also has an affordable housing lottery now open, with its own applications due May 27, 2025.

    Monthly rent: $874 – $3,661 (1-3 bedroom apartments).

    Lottery end date is June 9, 2025.”

    [Brooklyn Bridge Parents - see link for more housing lotteries open beyond our neighborhood]

  

  • One Sunset: a new 14-story mixed-income development with 187 one- to three- bedroom apartments at East 25th Street in Sunset Park, is set to open leasing this summer. See real estate listings below for more details.

Stoop of the Week

Some of the best stoop shots from this cherry blossom season are by Joe Thomas on Instagram. Be sure to check out all of his photos in this post.

Email your favorite shots at info@parkslopeliving.com or DM/tag us on Instagram at @parkslopeliving.

This Week’s Must-See Property Rentals

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property rentals with 2-3 bedrooms.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 7 days are shown - except where there are price drops. All sales jargon has been magically removed ✨

~~~

Looking to promote your listing here? (All promotions will be clearly labeled as SPONSORED)

Email info@parkslopeliving.com for more info!

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 bedrooms

192 Ninth Street #1: $3,800

2 beds 1 bath

• In a building of 2 units, 3 stories; 1895 built

• Appliances: Dishwasher

• Building amenities: washer/dryer in basement

~~ Five more 2 & 3 bedroom listings after the Special Feature below: ~~

Special Feature: One Sunset - A New Residential Development in Sunset Park

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Our real estate listings for this week are focused on property sales of 2-3 bedrooms.

Brooklyn by the Quarter: Q1 Market Update

By Casey Soloff, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Compass, a 20 year resident of Brooklyn, and founder of the monthly Dadurdays meetup at Wild East Brewing Co. in Gowanus.

“After the volatility of last year—with its dramatic election, three Fed rate cuts, and unpredictable mortgage rate swings—Q1 has delivered something the market hasn't seen in quite some time: a measure of stability.”

In the latest Brooklyn by the Quarter, Casey Soloff highlights a cautiously optimistic outlook for the Brooklyn real estate market.

Inside the report:

• What today’s mortgage rates mean for Brooklyn buyers

• Which neighborhoods are moving fast

• How new buyer agent rules have been affecting deals

• The key trends to watch heading into the spring and summer market

Read the full Q1 report here

Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• The 51-story Brooklyn Crossing luxury building in Prospect Heights is giving tenants gift cards to socialize in the building: “In today’s world, human connection has become the hottest new amenity,” reads a press release advertising the Brodsky Organization’s Neighborly Events programming. Across a number of the developer’s roughly 50 rental properties, tenants can get Visa gift cards to partially reimburse a game night or costume party attended by their neighbors — as long as they’re willing to post about their event on the Building Link messaging system; take a minimum of five quality photos of, say, Lisa from the 16th floor munching on Doritos; and, of course, provide itemized receipts. So far, per a Brodsky spokesperson, the company’s priciest compensation has been somewhere around $500.” [Curbed]

  

  The building also features a large TULU vending machine where tenants can rent a Dyson vacuum alongside ice cream & snacks: [TULU Instagram via Curbed]

• “The Longview lottery (380 4th Avenue) closes on April 28. Included in the lottery are 50 units, all rent stabilized and income restricted, 40 of which could be deemed truly affordable. Those are targeted at households of one to five people earning between $35,589 and $100,620 a year, or 40 and 60 percent of Area Median Income, according to the listing. There are 32 one-bedroom units at $874 and $1,374 a month and eight two-bedroom apartments renting for $1,031 and $1,631 a month. To apply, visit the listing on New York City’s Housing Connect website.” [Brownstoner]

  

• Experts share how to spot the difference between a thoughtful renovation and a cosmetic flip. Look for red flags like uneven floors, poor lighting, and cheap finishes - more handy checklist included in the article: [House Beautiful]

Stoop of the Week

This beauty at 120 Prospect Park West, #2 with 3 beds & 2.5 bathrooms is up for sale for < $2M!

This rare, townhouse-style duplex has a distinct Parisian charm, offering two spacious floors plus a private deck. The parlor level features an open living and dining area with stunning original details.

See the listing here

Email your favorite shots at info@parkslopeliving.com or DM/tag us on Instagram at @parkslopeliving.

This Week’s Must-See Property Sales

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property sales of 2-3 bedrooms.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 14 days are shown unless there is a significant price drop. All sales jargon has been magically removed.

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 bedrooms

478 12th Street #2L: $990,000 (Co-op)

2 beds 2 bath

• Less than a block from Prospect Park

• In a building of 8 units, 4 stories; 1920 built

• Pets allowed

• Private storage

• Appliances: dishwasher

• Building amenities: bike storage

• Monthly costs: $645 (maintenance + tax)

362 12th Street #6: $999,000 (Condo)

2 beds 1 bath

This listing continues below the paywall, plus more great two- and three- bedroom listings:

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If "uncertainty" defined 2024 and "hope" ushered us into the new year, then the word that best captures the first quarter of 2025 might be "recalibration." After the volatility of last year—with its dramatic election, three Fed rate cuts, and unpredictable mortgage rate swings—Q1 has delivered something the market hasn't seen in quite some time: a measure of stability.

While we haven't witnessed the dramatic rate drops many had anticipated following last year's Fed actions, we have seen the market begin to find its footing. Buyers and sellers alike seem to be adjusting to a new landscape, setting the stage for what could be a more predictable (dare I say normal?) spring and summer.

Mortgage Rates: Finding a New Baseline

Remember when we thought rates would steadily decline after the Fed's initial cut last September? Then watched them bounce right back up by the end of 2024? And it was really fun for everyone?

Well, it’s some relief to see that the first quarter of 2025 showed off a more leveled pattern, with mortgage rates finally hinting at signs of stability (albeit at levels still historically high compared to the pandemic era).

The roller coaster we experienced in 2024 appears to be slowing its pace. While we haven't seen the dramatic drops some economists predicted under the new administration (though there’s certainly been no shortage of drama), rates have at least stopped their erratic climb, hovering in a narrower band than at any point in the previous 18 months.

This relative stability has given buyers and sellers alike a chance to recalibrate their expectations. Transactions are occurring with less drama and more pragmatism, as the market adapts to what appears to be our medium-term reality.

Market Activity: Building on Q4's Promise

The promising signs we saw in the final quarter of 2024 have largely continued into 2025. Contract activity in Brooklyn has remained relatively strong, consistently performing near seasonal averages—a welcome change from the underperformance we witnessed through much of 2023 and early 2024.

The "listing success" metric—properties going into contract within 30 days—has continued to outpace comparable periods from the previous two years. Well-priced, attractive properties are moving quickly, particularly in sought-after neighborhoods like Park Slope, Brooklyn Heights, and Cobble Hill.

Inventory levels, while still historically constrained, have shown modest improvement as more sellers come to terms with current market conditions. The anticipated flood of post-election listings hasn't materialized, but we are seeing a healthy trickle of new properties hitting the market as spring approaches.

Brooklyn's Climate Index: Cautiously Warming

Building on the momentum from Q4 2024, Brooklyn's climate index (the ratio of signed deals to listings removed from the market) continued to show strength through the first three months of 2025. This metric, which helps gauge overall market health, suggests a gradually improving environment for both buyers and sellers.

What's particularly encouraging is the consistency we're seeing. Rather than the dramatic swings that characterized much of 2024, Q1 has delivered more predictable patterns—the kind that allow market participants to make decisions with greater confidence.

The New Buyer Representation Model Takes Hold

A significant milestone occurred on January 13th of this year, when all REBNY member brokerages began requiring a buyer representation agreement to be in place between buyer and agent. What started as a recommendation has now become mandatory across the industry, cementing the transformation in how real estate professionals operate in New York City.

Despite this formal change, most sellers continue to offer compensation to buyer's agents, recognizing the value this brings to achieving optimal sales outcomes. Meanwhile, buyers have largely accepted the more transparent approach to agent compensation, even if it occasionally means negotiating these costs into the purchase price.

Looking Forward: Spring and Summer 2025

As we move into the traditionally active seasons, several factors suggest continued improvement in Brooklyn's market:

1. The relative stability in rates has allowed buyers to make decisions with greater confidence

2. The "pent-up demand" that built throughout 2024's uncertainty appears to be gradually releasing

3. Inventory improvements, while modest, are providing more options for frustrated buyers

4. Brooklyn's fundamental appeal remains undiminished, with strong demand across neighborhoods

Will 2025 be the year the market fully returns to "normal"? A definitive answer still eludes us, and recent economic events continue to confound. But the first quarter has certainly provided more reasons for optimism than we've seen in quite some time.

Your Brooklyn Real Estate Partner

Whether you're thinking about buying in this evolving market, considering selling while inventory remains relatively constrained, or simply curious about how these trends might affect your property's value, I'm here to help navigate these changing waters.

Feel free to reach out by phone or email with specific questions, follow me on Instagram for regular listing features and market insights, or join me at our monthly Dadurdays meetup at Wild East Brewing Co. in Gowanus for conversation over craft beer.

I look forward to sharing continued market developments with you, with my Q2 update coming in July.

Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• According to Curbed, new tariffs enforced by the Trump administration have caused disruptions in NYC’s real estate and construction markets, including supplier delays, rising material costs, and buyer hesitation. Read more reactions from experts across these industries here: [Curbed]

• A unique townhouse at 67 Dean Street in Cobble Hill is on the market for $9.75M. Owned by film editor Oliver Lief and novelist Katia Lief, it features a full postproduction studio where celebrities including Meryl Streep recorded voice-overs. The 5-level home includes a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a gated carport. [New York Times]

  

Stoop of the Week

Magnolias are showing off right now all around the neighborhood, and this Park Slope brownstone stoop is framed in full spring glory. These gorgeous blooms won’t last long! Catch the magnolias while they're still on the trees and stroll around the neighborhood to keep an eye out for cherry blossoms in every stage of bloom, adding beautiful bursts of pink around our neighborhood.

Email your favorite shots at info@parkslopeliving.com or DM/tag us on Instagram at @parkslopeliving.

This Week’s Must-See Property Rentals

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property rentals with 2 bedrooms.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 7 days are shown - except where there are price drops. All sales jargon has been magically removed ✨

~~~

Looking to promote your listing here? (All promotions will be clearly labeled as SPONSORED)

Email info@parkslopeliving.com for more info!

Photo credits: Streeteasy listings

2 bedrooms

411 17th Street #3A: $3,100

2 beds 1 bath

• In a building of 12 units, 5 stories; 1931 built

• Small pets OK

• Building amenities: laundry room, bike storage

243 13th Street #5: $3,100 (No Fee)

2 beds 1 bath

~~ This listing and three more 2 bedroom listings continue below the paywall ~~

Read more

Our real estate listings for this week are focused on property sales of 2-3 bedrooms.

Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• “An affordable housing lottery has debuted for an under-construction tower on Gowanus’ 4th Avenue [380 4th Avenue, the Longview], the latest of several lottery launches tied to the neighborhood’s rezoning.

  Included in the lottery are 50 units, all rent stabilized and income restricted, 40 of which could be deemed truly affordable. Those are targeted at households of one to five people earning between $35,589 and $100,620 a year, or 40 and 60 percent of Area Median Income, according to the listing. There are 32 one-bedroom units at $874 and $1,374 a month and eight two-bedroom apartments renting for $1,031 and $1,631 a month.

  The Longview lottery closes on April 28. To apply, visit the listing on New York City’s Housing Connect website.” [Brownstoner]

  

• Here’s the top 10 NYC neighborhoods for buyers based on StreetEasy: “The supply of houses in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn Heights, Bensonhurst, Brighton Beach, Dyker Heights and Park Slope have increased, pushing asking prices lower, according to StreetEasy.” [BK Reader]

  

• LONG READ: “The ever-unsettled Atlantic Yards (aka Pacific Park) mega-project in Brooklyn faces another crossroads. More than 21 years after it was announced, with a projected 10-year buildout, the project has delivered the Barclays Center and eight towers, but remains about half-finished—and stalled since November 2023.”

  Read this in-depth investigative piece from City Limits to explore the story and what’s next.

Stoop of the Week

“I love this little turn of the century gem [on Carroll St].” - @glennb1134

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This Week’s Must-See Property Sales

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property sales of 2-3 bedrooms.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 14 days are shown unless there is a significant price drop. All sales jargon has been magically removed.

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2 bedrooms

813 8th Avenue #4R: $925,000 (Co-op; JUST LISTED)

2 beds 1 bath

• 1 block to Prospect Park

• Top floor with private roof access

• In a building of 8 units, 4 stories; 1920 built

• Cats and dogs allowed

• Appliances: dishwasher

• Monthly costs: $1,040 (tax + maintenance)

383 Douglass Street #3B: $1,200,000 (Condo)

2 beds 1.5 baths

This listing continues below the paywall, plus 5 more great two- and three- bedroom listings:

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Top Real Estate News

Here’s a quick roundup on real estate news happening around this part of Brooklyn:

• Amy Schumer is selling her Brooklyn Heights townhouse. The historic Moonstruck home is listed just three years after she purchased it: “The five-bedroom, three-and-half-bath mansion that housed the Castorini family in the 1987 film starring Cher and Nic Cage was listed Friday for $14 million — an increase of $1.75 million from when she picked it up in 2022.” [Curbed] [Link to StreetEasy Listing]

  

• Back by popular demand, the Park Slope Sustainable House Tour - hosted by the Park Slope Civic Council and completely sold out last year - is making its return Sunday May 18, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Tickets are now live!
  
  Do you own a house, condo, or co-op that showcases cutting-edge sustainable technologies like solar power, heat pumps, green roofs, or advanced insulation? The Civic Council is especially interested in fully passive homes for this year’s tour. If you’d like to be part of this inspiring event, reach out to housetour@parkslopeciviccouncil.org to learn more.
  
  Park Slope Living is proud to be a media sponsor for this event!

• ​Brooklyn Prospect Schools has signed a 35-year lease for 150,000 square feet at The Wheeler. the office building constructed above the historic Art Deco Macy’s building on Fulton Mall in Downtown Brooklyn. The new space includes floors nine through eleven, 25,000 square feet of outdoor space, a private entrance, gym, and basketball court. [Brooklyn Daily Eagle]

Stoop of the Week

The stunning Henry Hulbert Mansion - now used by Poly Prep school - was built in 1896 and designed by architect Montrose Morris: “The house was almost alone here on Prospect Park West, which was called 9th Avenue back then, and it must have looked like a gleaming chateau on the edge of the park. Almost all Romanesque Revival buildings are built in dark brick and brownstone… Morris chose limestone for the Hulbert House facade.

The result is that the details and the texture stand out here, even more than they would in brown: The rough cut ashlar blocks of stone contrast with the delicate Byzantine leaf carving, the round and faceted turrets, the bold archways, and the massing of chimneys.” [Brownstoner]

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This Week’s Must-See Property Rentals

Whether you’re planning your open house weekend, or just want to keep a pulse on (or take a peek at) what the real estate market looks like, here are our real estate listings for this week focusing on property rentals of 1-3 bedrooms.

I use StreetEasy as the listing source to recommend properties that I would live in myself, and have searched within the boundaries of Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods (Gowanus, Windsor Terrace, Prospect Heights). All prices are per month, and only listings in the last 7 days are shown - except where there are price drops. All sales jargon has been magically removed ✨

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1 bedroom

195 Underhill Avenue #5J: $3,032

1 bed 1 bath

• No Fee

• 1 block to Grand Army Plaza

• In a building of 36 units, 6 stories; 1940 built

• Heat & hot water included

• Pet-friendly

• Building amenities: Elevator, live-in super, roof deck

108 Park Place #2R: $3,350

1 bed 2 baths

• Private backyard

• In a building of 6 units, 3 stories; 1920 built

• Cats allowed

• Appliances: washer/dryer, dishwasher, central air

• Building amenities: laundry, shared courtyard

347 5th Avenue #2L: $3,450 (JUST LISTED)

1 bed 1 bath

• In a building of 6 units, 4 stories; 1920 built

• Appliances: dishwasher

2 bedrooms

418 11th Street #2: $3,450

2 beds 1 bath

• 2 flights up in a building of 5 units, 4 stories; 1920 built

• Cats OK

• Appliances: washer/dryer

2 & 3 bedroom listings continue below the paywall:

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