Welcome to 638 Monroe Street, a beautifully preserved 19th-century brownstone on a picturesque, tree-lined block in Bedford-Stuyvesant. Brimming with original details and thoughtful updates, this three-story home plus basement offers a flexible layout, a sun-filled garden, and timeless Brooklyn charm. Versatile in design, this property can be configured as a spacious single-family home, an owner’s duplex with a garden rental, or a multi-family income property—ready to suit your needs. A comprehensive renovation completed in 2019 includes updated kitchen and bathrooms; appliances; French doors; and windows—seamlessly blending modern comfort with historic character.
Enter through the parlor floor, where soaring ceilings, intricate crown moldings, and original hardwood floors create a welcoming and timeless setting. Two fireplaces, exposed brick, French doors, and chandeliers enhance the home’s architectural character. The spacious layout offers a front living room and large dining area, and a thoughtfully updated kitchen equipped with modern appliances, custom cabinetry, and ample storage. A full bathroom completes this level for added convenience.
The garden floor offers a bright, flexible space with its own entrance—perfect for a separate rental unit, guest suite, or recreation area. This level includes a second kitchen, exposed brick details, a full bathroom, and direct access to the private south/east-facing garden—a sun-drenched oasis ideal for outdoor dining, entertaining, or gardening.
The top floor hosts three bedrooms, a home office with skylight, and two fireplaces, creating cozy and light-filled retreats. Large windows bring in abundant natural light, while a full bathroom serves the floor, offering comfort and privacy.
The basement offers additional storage, a laundry area with GE washer/dryer, and the home’s mechanicals, including a brand-new boiler installed in 2024.
Perfectly situated near Bed-Stuy’s vibrant dining and shopping, and nearby the J, Z, A, and C subway lines, 638 Monroe Street is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Brooklyn’s rich architectural heritage in a prime location.
In contract
$1,750,000
638 Monroe St, Brooklyn, NY 11221
6beds
2,773sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1899
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$631/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Guest suiteOriginal detailsAbundant natural lightOutdoor diningExposed brickSun-drenched oasisPicturesque tree-lined block
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 24, 2025 at 01:35pm
Listing by:
Douglas Elliman 929-457-5106,
Anthony Robles
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1773466
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,773
- Total interior livable area: 2,773 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 016410026
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Condition
- Year built: 1899
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Stuyvesant Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Laundry
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $631/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,683,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,936
- Date on market: 5/29/2025
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