Key Details

Listed: Jul 9, 2024

Last Price Change: ($55,000) on Aug 8

Days on Market: 60

Building Type: Condominium

Neighborhood: Clinton Hill (Brooklyn)

Doorman: FT Doorman

Monthly Common Charges: $1,032

Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $807

Total Taxes & Fees: $1,839 ($1.73/ft²)

Est. Monthly Mortgage: $4,984

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $6,823 ($6.42/ft²)

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($199,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

This enormous loft is much larger than a two bedroom and it can easily be converted! Extraordinary historic loft condominium featuring oversized windows and concrete beamed 12 foot ceilings. The Kent is one of Brooklyn’s rare industrial loft buildings that will quite simply take your breath away!

Originally constructed in 1915 as a working factory, this building is now a shining example of timeless elegance and true loft living. This architect-designed one-bedroom, two-full-bath residence, spanning approximately 1062 square feet, can be converted to a two bedroom just as simply as adding two walls. Expansive and stunning, this home offers 8 foot windows running the entire length of the apartment, flooding the home with sunshine and views pouring into every room.

Recently renovated, unit 705 features sweeping open living, dining, and chef’s kitchen offering an abundance of custom shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and an oversized island providing maximum prep and storage area.

The dramatic primary bedroom also offers concrete beamed 12.3 foot ceilings and 8 foot windows. This urban retreathas an ensuite bathroom, a large walk-in closet offering customized shelving, a separate walk-in laundry room with washer/dryer and also equipped with customized shelving providing an abundance of storage. The suite is spaciousenough to accommodate a king-sized bed as well as other furnishings.

The Kent also offers coveted amenities within the building itself.

These include a modern fitness center, bike storage, children’s play room and a serene park like courtyard perfect for gatherings. Additionally, the building provides a superintendent, a building manager, two elevators, 24-hour doorman ensuring convenience and security for its residents. Located on the border of Bedford Stuyvesant and Clinton Hill, you are close to an array of lovely establishments like Speedy Romeo, Do or Dive Bar, Clementine Bakery, Mekelburg’s, and Brooklyn Kolache, just to name a few.

A short distance away, Pratt Institute Sculpture Park offers a culturally serene break from the hustle of the city. You are conveniently located near public transportation, the G train or bus service to Downtown Brooklyn. Ongoing monthly assessment of $280.32.

About The Kent, 970 Kent Avenue

The Kent, 970 Kent Avenue has received a CityRealty Rating of 72, based on:

Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Very Attractive 5 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

None 2 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

Dramatic 3 out of 3 points

Alterations:

Well Done 1 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

None 0 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

No, but OK 1 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

Corner 1 out of 2 points

Gargoyles:

None 0 out of 2 points

Garden:

None 0 out of 2 points

Fenestration:

Consistent 1 out of 1 points

Landmark:

No 0 out of 2 points

Unity:

Unified Design 1 out of 1 points

Illumination:

None 0 out of 1 points

Water Element:

None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Average Mix 2 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points

Views:

Impressive 3 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Some 2 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Shopping:

5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Schools:

No Noise 1 out of 1 points

Noise From Nightlife:

None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:

Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

10-15 1 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

11-14 Feet 3 out of 4 points

Balconies:

Many 2 out of 3 points

Health Club:

Yes 1 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

Substantial 2 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Considerable 2 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

None 0 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

None 0 out of 1 points

Door Person:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Concierge:

None 0 out of 1 points

Elevator Person:

None 0 out of 1 points

Recreational Roof:

None 0 out of 1 points

Driveway:

None 0 out of 1 points

Maids Room:

None 0 out of 1 points

Catering:

None 0 out of 1 points

Garage:

None 0 out of 1 points

Mixed Use:

No 0 out of 1 points

Non Rectilinear Form:

No 0 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Prewar:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Some 1 out of 2 points

Condo
Built in 1930
103 Apartments
9 Floors

Building Amenities

Conversion Year: 2004
Attended Lobby
FT Doorman
Pre War
Resident Storage
Central AC
Garden
Elevator
Children's Playroom
Fitness Center
Outdoor Entertainment Space
Courtyard
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

About this Building

Pros

Large apartments
Some balconies
Some Manhattan vistas
Doorman
Live-in superintendent
Fitness center
Storage
Large rear garden with running track

Cons

No swimming pool
No screening room
Five-step-up, canopied entrance

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