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4-bedroom townhouse for sale in Park Slope

596 3rd St, Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11215

$4,700,000
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About this home

Townhouse for sale in Park Slope, Brooklyn: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. Asking price $4,700,000. Built in 1901.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Perfectly positioned on coveted 3rd Street, one of Park Slope's most sought-after park blocks, this beautifully renovated four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath townhouse offers an exceptional blend of historic charm, modern comfort, and thoughtful design. Just moments from Prospect Park, the residence has been meticulously updated while preserving the architectural character that makes these homes so special. A landscaped and extra deep front garden creates a gracious approach and provides a welcome sense of privacy from the street. Inside, the main level unfolds with an ideal layout for both entertaining and everyday living. The front living room is anchored by a working wood-burning fireplace, creating a warm and inviting gathering space. Beyond, a formal dining room showcases an original built-in glass cabinet, a beautiful reminder of the home's historic pedigree . At the rear of the home, a sun-filled eat-in kitchen serves as the centerpiece of daily life. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the space is bathed in natural light from an oversized window, French doors to the garden, and a custom skylight above . Custom walnut cabinetry and built-ins provide exceptional storage, while a handcrafted Mercury Mosaic tile backsplash adds texture and character. Anchored by a BlueStar 48-inch Platinum Series eight-burner range, the kitchen is as functional as it is beautiful. Radiant heated tile floors and a built-in banquette create an inviting atmosphere for everything from morning coffee to large dinner parties , while a conveniently located powder room completes the level. French doors open directly onto the landscaped rear garden, creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. Finished with bluestone pavers, an Ipe fence, and an irrigation system, the outdoor space is perfectly suited for dining, entertaining, grilling, or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon outdoors. The upper two floors are dedicated to private living quarters and feature four generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Thoughtfully proportioned rooms, excellent natural light, and a practical layout provide flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. The fully finished English basement offers valuable additional living space and can easily accommodate a media room, playroom, fitness area, guest suite, home office, or a combination thereof. This level also includes a full bathroom, laundry area, abundant storage , and direct access to both the front and rear yards. Originally gut renovated and continuously improved, the home has benefited from numerous recent upgrades and capital improvements. Highlights include renovated kitchens and bathrooms, updated plumbing and electrical systems, Mitsubishi ducted heating and cooling , a custom kitchen skylight, new hardwood flooring, and three working wood-burning fireplaces. More recent investments include the installation of two new hot water heaters, a new sewer line, repointing and sealing of the facade, and roof improvements including a new roof hatch and flashing around parapets and other critical seams. Ideally situated near Prospect Park and the shops, restaurants, and cafes of 7th Avenue, the home offers convenient access to some of Brooklyn's most beloved neighborhood amenities. PS 321 is nearby, and the 2/3, B, Q, F, and G subway lines provide easy access throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan. A rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready townhouse on one of Park Slope's most sought-after blocks.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 69/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Details15/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • 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 542 words3/3
  • True cost11/15
    • Some points: Taxes not stated4/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1901, 1 home)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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    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
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Buying costs

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Compared with the area

Asks $4,700,000, 10% below the median asking price for homes for sale with 4+ bedrooms in Park Slope.

Median here
$5,225,000
18 listings, last 90 days

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More about Park Slope

Location

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Nearby transit

  • 7 AvF G8 min walk
  • Grand Army Plaza2 3 413 min walk
  • 7 AvB Q15 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 15

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The building

1 unit · 3 floors · built 1901

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

596 3 Street · BBL 3-01081-0015 · built 1901 · 1 units

Roofy building score 96/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
One-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

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

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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.

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