#818932, Listing Office: Peoples Realty & Associates

749 Monroe St New York City, NY 11221
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About 749 Monroe St
749 Monroe Street, originally built in 1899, has been meticulously renovated to offer contemporary elegance with exceptional attention to detail. Across from the park and south facing, as you enter through the wide double doors, you are greeted by an abundance of natural light that fills the spacious living room, showcasing its high ceilings. The adjacent dining area creates an inviting atmosphere for memorable gatherings. Past the dining area, is the chef’s kitchen—a culinary masterpiece that artfully blends modern finishes with classic design. It features top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, including a Wolf six-burner stove with a pot filler, a paneled Bosch refrigerator, paneled Bosch dishwasher and a wine cooler. With quartz countertops and custom cabinetry, this kitchen transforms meal preparation into a delightful experience. Surrounding the living room, dining area, and kitchen is a built-in surround sound system, cleverly sconced in the ceiling and easily connectable via Bluetooth. A generous deck extends from the kitchen leading to the backyard. Upstairs, you will find a thoughtfully designed layout with three spacious bedrooms, each with its own charm. The primary suite overlooks the backyard, providing a serene retreat complete with ample closet space and a luxurious ensuite bathroom featuring a dual vanity and a large shower. Two additional bedrooms, overlooking the tree-lined street and park, comfortably accommodate queen-size beds and share a beautifully appointed bathroom with a soaking tub. The washer/dryer closet can be found in the hallway as well. Downstairs and connected to the main house, the finished windowed cellar offers versatile space for storage, recreation, or a home office, complete with temperature control, sound system and a powder room. The separate garden unit also features two bedrooms and one bathroom apartment, making it an ideal income-producing asset or in-law suite. Located near the J/Z trains on Gates Avenue and the vibrant businesses along Malcolm X, Patchen, and Ralph Avenues—such as Passion Fruit Coffee, Chez Alex, Trad Room, and Early Yves Cafe—749 Monroe Street is perfect for city commuters seeking the tranquility of a peaceful neighborhood.
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- MLS Number: RLS11010692
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (212) 913-9058
- Office Email: daniel.marrello@compass.com
- Listing Agent: Tali Berzak
- Agent Phone: (917) 246-8581
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Nearby schools
4
P.S. 309 George E. Wibecan School
Public District KG-5
0.1 mi
•794 Monroe St
5
La Cima Charter School
Public Charter KG-5
0.3 mi
•800 Gates Ave
5
P.S. 5 Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•820 Hancock St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $38,309. The most common annual income of people living in New York City, NY is 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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This home is located at 749 Monroe St in New York City, NY and zip code 11221 in the Stuyvesant Heights neighborhood. This 2,520 square foot home was built in 1899. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 1, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,095,000.
New York City, NY housing market in February 2025 saw over 189 listings sold above listed price, more than 682 sold at listed price and over 627 sold below. The number of listings in New York City, NY decreased by 3.1% between January and February 2025. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $867,439, while the average time on the real estate market was 130 days.