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2-bedroom apartment for rent in Bedford-Stuyvesant

449A Macdonough St, Bedford-Stuyvesant (East), Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11233

$10,995/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Bedrooms
2: 2+ bedroom homes for rent in ZIP 11233
Bathrooms
2: Homes with 2+ bathrooms for rent in ZIP 11233
Size
2,069 ft² (192 m²)
Type
Apartment: Apartments for rent in ZIP 11233
Available
Now
Year built
1899: Building details

About this home

Apartment for rent in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,069 ft². Rent $10,995/mo. Built in 1899.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

ENJOY HISTORIC TOWNHOME LIVING IN THIS GUT-RENOVATED UPPER TRIPLEX W/PRIVATE BACKYARD AND TERRACE. AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER FOR RENT W/FLEXIBLE LONGER-TERM LEASE OPTION. Set in the heart of Stuyvesant Heights within a beautifully restored turn-of-the-century brownstone, this stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom triplex pairs the character and scale of a historic townhome with the comforts and luxuries of a modern condominium. Utilities and FiOS internet are included, and a dedicated property manager provides a seamless maintenance experience. GRAND INTERIORS SPANNING OVER 2,000 SQ. FT. TO ENTERTAIN AND ENJOY EVERY DAY. Interiors are rich in original architectural detail. Period fireplaces, intricate millwork, pocket doors, ceiling medallions, and a hand-carved staircase have been carefully preserved, while the gorgeous kitchen and sleek bathrooms punctuate the contemporary upgrades made throughout. An expansive layout spanning three floors provides remarkable separation between entertaining and private spaces, with a dramatic parlor floor complemented by additional living areas that can flex as areas for work, play, relaxation, and more. Two generously proportioned bedrooms are exceptionally quiet and receive abundant natural light. Finishing the home is a landscaped garden reserved exclusively for tenant use, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living to be enjoyed year-round. The home also comes with an in-unit washer and dryer. THE PRETTIEST TREE-LINED STREET IN QUIET STUYVESANT HEIGHTS HISTORIC DISTRICT. 449A Macdonough Street is moments from trendy restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops, including Trad Room, Olmo, LunAtico, BKB, Doc's Cake Shop, Good Ol Days, Passionfruit Coffee, and Doughgirl, among many others. Saratoga Park is a few blocks away, and easy access to the A and C subway lines makes for a simple commute into Manhattan. $10,995/month. November 1 occupancy.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 64/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 21 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details14/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • No points: No move-in date0/2
    • No points: No lease length0/1
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • Full points: Heat or utilities mentioned1/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 290 words3/3
  • True cost3/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Some points: Priced 206% above similar homes in its neighborhood, which take longer to rent3/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1899, 2 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$22,010

First month $10,995, a one-month deposit $10,995 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

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Compared with the area

Asks $10,995/mo, 206% above the median asking rent for 2-bedroom rentals in Bedford-Stuyvesant (East).

Median here
$3,598/mo
39 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$3,313–$4,200
The middle half of listings

Priced above most similar homes here and on the market longer than usual.

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Bedford-Stuyvesant (East)

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Utica AvA C7 min walk
  • Ralph AvC12 min walk
  • Gates AvJ Z14 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 16

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

2 units · 3 floors · built 1899

Building record for 449a Mac Donough Street

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

449a Mac Donough Street · BBL 3-01672-0075 · built 1899 · 2 units

Roofy building score 96/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Two-family home
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 449a Mac Donough Street. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

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

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