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  • $3,600/mo

    451 51st St APT 1, Brooklyn, NY 11220

    2beds
    2,100sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Apartment
    Available Mon Sep 1 2025
    -- Pets
    -- A/C
    -- Laundry
    -- Parking
    -- Heating
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Modern conveniencePrivate backyard gardenPrivate gardenSweeping viewsStunning viewsMassive private outdoor spaceCharming apartment
    SUPER CONVENIENT, UNBEATABLE LOCATION. INCREDIBLE VIEWS. Live in a Storybook Brooklyn Brownstone! Nestled in the heart of Sunset Park, this charming apartment offers the perfect blend of old-world character and modern convenience. Just steps from the renovated Brooklyn Public Library and less than a block from the subway, it's truly a "one-minute neighborhood" with everything at your fingertips. A Rare Gem with Outdoor Space 1100 sq ft interior + 1000 sq ft private garden = 2100 sq ft total usable space 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms 1 Large Bonus Room (office, studio, or walk-in closet) Living/Dining Area + Separate Kitchen Private Entrance, No Stairs Set in a stunning Neo-Grec Brownstone on a quiet, tree-lined block, this first-floor apartment features a private entrance and a split-bedroom layout for maximum privacyideal for roommates, couples, or remote workers. Fully gut-renovated, the space offers pre-war charm with updated plumbing, electric, and modern finishes. Your Private Outdoor Oasis The showstopper: a lush, 1,000 sq ft private backyard garden with a grapevine-draped pergola, cherry plum tree, blueberry bush, flower beds, and composting area. Solar LED lights make evenings magicalperfect for starry movie nights, gardening, BBQs, or simply relaxing. A peaceful, almost storybook-like retreat that feels like a scene out of a Ghibli film. Nature & Views in Every Direction Sunset Park's high elevation provides sweeping views of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline. Zoning keeps building heights low, so the neighborhood stays sunny and open. You're also near two waterfront parksSunset Park and Bush Terminal Nature Preserveand surrounded by green spaces. Amazing Location Steps from vibrant 5th Ave, with restaurants, cafes, shops, and a buzzing nighttime food truck scene. Just 1 block to the R train (25 mins to Manhattan), 4 mins by Citi Bike or 10 mins walking to the NYC Ferry (12 mins to Wall Street). 4th Ave has a protected bike lane all the way to Atlantic Terminal. More Perks: Walk Score: 98 Quiet block, low crime, family-friendly Close to Industry City 4 blocks to the future Steiner Studios + "Made in NY" campus (2026) This is more than just a rentalit's a rare chance to live in a historic Brownstone with massive private outdoor space, stunning views, and unmatched convenience. Contact to schedule a showing or request photos/video.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Features
    • View, Walk In Closet
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,100 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: , Courtyard, Garden, No Fee, Package Receiving, View Type: Garden View, View Type: Skyline View, Walk In Closet

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Gated
    Location
    • Region: Brooklyn

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/15/2025Price change$3,600-5.3%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    8/5/2025Listed for rent$3,800+8.6%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    7/29/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    7/17/2023Listed for rent$3,500+25%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    3/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner

    Neighborhood: Sunset Park