#RLS11032835, ALEXANDER A MAHGOUB, Listing Office: Compass

1044 Lafayette Ave New York City, NY 11221
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About 1044 Lafayette Ave
Quintessential Neo-Grec Brownstone in Bedford-Stuyvesant Nestled in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant, 1044 Lafayette Avenue is an elegant Neo-Grec brownstone with much of its historic character intact and tremendous potential for renovation and expansion. Located directly across from Herbert Von King Park, 1044 Lafayette Avenue enjoys a prime position in a neighborhood known for its beautiful tree-lined streets, vibrant community, and rich architectural history. Coming home to 1044 Lafayette Avenue, you’ll be transported to the late 19th century, as original historic details abound. This historic home showcases an exquisite array of intricate woodwork, including detailed door and window entablatures, pocket doors, and a beautifully preserved staircase with its original newel post, banister, and balusters. As currently built, 1044 Lafayette Avenue comprises over 2,100 habitable square feet across three floors plus a full cellar. As demonstrated by other recently developed lots on the block, there’s potential to build over 1,200 additional square feet here, for a total building envelope of 3,350 square feet, not including the cellar. Thanks to 1044 Lafayette’s 100-foot lot depth, the backyard is sunny and expansive. Here you will find a tranquil retreat from city life—ideal for entertaining, gardening, or quiet relaxation. The neighboring yards are graced with large trees that provide a sense of being in the country and a nice cooling effect in the warmer months. 1044 Lafayette Avenue is ideally situated with easy access to multiple transportation options, making commuting to Manhattan and the rest of the city a breeze. The J and M trains at Kosciuszko Street and the G train at Bedford-Nostrand are both close by, while multiple bus lines provide additional connectivity. 1044 Lafayette Avenue is close to the best of Bed-Stuy’s restaurants, cafes, and other amenities. With its prime location, architectural beauty, and expansion potential, 1044 Lafayette Avenue is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Brooklyn history in one of its most sought-after neighborhoods. Bring your contractor and architect and make this historic home the backdrop for your next chapter in Brooklyn.
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- MLS Number: RLS20009182
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (212) 913-9058
- Office Email: daniel.marrello@compass.com
- Listing Agent: Paul M Murphy
- Agent Phone: (718) 986-7509
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Nearby schools
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P.S. 26 Jesse Owens School
Public District KG-5
0.1 mi
•1014 Lafayette Ave
2
P.S. 274 Kosciusko School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•800 Bushwick Ave
3
P.S. 81 Thaddeus Stevens School
Public District KG-6
0.3 mi
•990 Dekalb Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
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The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $38,750. Most New York City, NY residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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About 1044 Lafayette Ave
This home is located at 1044 Lafayette Ave in New York City, NY and zip code 11221 in the Stuyvesant Heights neighborhood. This 2,127 square foot home was built in 1899. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,100,000.
Over 189 listings were sold over their listed price in February 2025 in New York City, NY. In the same period over 627 listings were sold below the listed price and 682 listings were sold for the listed price. Between January and February 2025, New York City, NY real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 3.1%. Listings spent 130 days on the market in February 2025, and had a median list price of $867,439 during the same period.