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1-bedroom apartment for sale in Fort Greene

191 Willoughby St Apt 8C, Fort Greene, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11201

$625,000
Asking price · in USD
Size
792 ft² (73.6 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for sale in Fort Greene, Brooklyn: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 792 ft². Asking price $625,000. Built in 1958.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Welcome to this sun-filled and generously proportioned one-bedroom residence at University Towers, ideally situated at the crossroads of Fort Greene and Downtown Brooklyn. The apartment features an expansive living room framed by a wall of windows, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere, along with a separate dining alcove perfect for entertaining or everyday living. The recently renovated kitchen offers an open, windowed layout, sleek Bosch appliances, and a kitchen island with additional storage. The updated bathroom adds a fresh, contemporary touch. The oversized bedroom provides abundant closet space and beautiful views of Fort Greene Park, offering a peaceful retreat from the city. For added comfort, new through-wall air conditioning units have been installed in both the living room and bedroom. University Towers is a well-established, financially sound cooperative offering an exceptional range of amenities and services. Residents enjoy a 24-hour attended lobby, package room, fitness center, laundry facilities, indoor bike storage, general storage, and a spacious community room. The beautifully landscaped grounds feature planted gardens, an outdoor terrace with four commercial-grade gas grills, a playground, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The building is supported by a full-service staff, including full-time door attendants, porters, handymen, and two live-in superintendents. Additional features include video security and a dedicated parking space available for rent at an additional cost. Recent capital improvements include upgraded exterior lighting, repaved parking areas, modernized laundry facilities, and a refurbished gym. The cooperative permits co-purchasing, gifting, parent purchases for children, and subletting. There is no flip tax. Sorry, no pets. Perfectly positioned just one block from Fort Greene Park, residents can enjoy its weekly farmers market, tennis courts, playgrounds, and open green spaces. Just two blocks away are Trader Joe's, Target, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, and DeKalb Market Hall, offering an abundance of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Commuting is effortless, with the B, Q, and R trains nearby, along with convenient access to the 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, E, F, and G subway lines. Experience the comfort of a spacious home, the convenience of full-service living, and the vibrant energy of Fort Greene and Downtown Brooklyn.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 65/100 · Fairly complete

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    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
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    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 360 words3/3
  • True cost5/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Some points: Priced 31% below similar homes in its ZIP code5/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1958, 183 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
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Buying costs

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Compared with the area

Asks $625,000, 31% below the median asking price for 1-bedroom homes for sale in 11201.

Median here
$910,000
53 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$695,000–$1,175,000
The middle half of listings
Per ft²
$789.14 vs $1,340.04
This home vs the median, 41% lower

Priced below most similar homes here.

1.9% of these listings have cut their price.

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More about 11201

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • DeKalb AvB Q R3 min walk
  • Hoyt St2 37 min walk
  • Nevins St2 3 4 57 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 13

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The building

183 units · 15 floors · built 1958

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

191 Willoughby Street · BBL 3-02061-0060 · built 1958 · 183 units

Roofy building score 98/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
9 (A 2 · B 5 · C 2)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
1
Rent stabilization
Had 16 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$580,000 on Jun 30, 2026

2 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.