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$4,500,000

181 Columbia St New York City, NY 11231

4 beds
3 full
House

Property details

About 181 Columbia St

Presenting a rare and extraordinary opportunity to own the last remaining townhouse property on the coveted Columbia Street Waterfront-featuring unrivaled views spanning from the Statue of Liberty to Midtown Manhattan.<br> <br> Set on a nearly 21-foot-wide lot, this building offers a blank canvas for a discerning investor, developer, or end-user to design a bespoke waterfront masterpiece in the heart of Prime Brownstone Brooklyn. The property is being offered vacant and as-is for $4.5m, with an option for delivery fully built (price dependent on configuration). <br> <br> Currently configured at approximately 2,400 square feet, the structure boasts zoning potential for up to 4,800 square feet, making this a great opportunity to create your dream mansion on the waterfront. <br> <br> Exceptional Location: Nestled on Columbia Street between Kane and Degraw, the property enjoys direct city and harbor views, and sits in the most desirable block of the Columbia Street Waterfront District-an enclave on the western edge of Cobble Hill- the hottest neighborhood in Brooklyn. <br> <br> Enjoy proximity to local favorites like Alma, Laurel Bakery, Popina, and the world-renowned Lucali, as well as easy access to Brooklyn Bridge Park and the Carroll Street F train-all just moments away.<br> <br> This is a once-in-a-lifetime offering to craft a waterfront home of rare character and pedigree in one of Brooklyn's most dynamic and charming neighborhoods.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Year built1931
MLS #RLS20033784
ViewOther

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: No
  • Interior: Smoke Free
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • View: Other
  • Exterior: Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
  • Architectural Style: Walk-Up
  • List Price: $4,500,000
  • Year Built: 1931
  • MLS Number: RLS20033784
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
  • Office Phone: (212) 906-9234
  • Listing Agent: Usman Khan
  • Agent Phone: (347) 451-7724

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Nearby schools

7

Brooklyn New School-PS 146 (The)

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

610 Henry St

9

Success Academy Charter School-Cobble Hill

Public Charter KG-4

0.4 mi

284 Baltic St Lowr Level

6

Red Hook Neighborhood School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

27 Huntington St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $107,717. Most New York City, NY residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

10%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
20%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

54%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • AudiAudi
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 181 Columbia St

The listing price of 181 Columbia St property is $4,500,000.

The property 181 Columbia St is a house located in New York City, New York, 11231.

Active Listing: 181 Columbia St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 181 Columbia St are: Brooklyn New School-PS 146 (The) (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Success Academy Charter School-Cobble Hill (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Red Hook Neighborhood School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), P.S. 29 John M. Harrigan School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), P.S. 58 Carroll School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 32 Samuels Mills Sprole School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Brooklyn Secondary School for Collaborative Studies (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Boerum Hill School for International Studies (The) (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Digital Arts and Cinema Technology High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

The property at 181 Columbia St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The year of construction for 181 Columbia St is 1931.

This home is located at 181 Columbia St in New York City, NY and zip code 11231 in the Columbia Street Waterfront District neighborhood. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,500,000.

Over 232 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in New York City, NY. In the same period over 715 listings were sold below the listed price and 1007 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in New York City, NY there were 4.3% less homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 99 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $881,252.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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