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5-bedroom apartment for rent in Park Slope

163 6th Ave # 2, Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11217

$17,500/mo
Rent per month · in USD · Price history
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About this home

Apartment for rent in Park Slope, Brooklyn: 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Rent $17,500/mo. Built in 1901.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

163 Sixth Avenue, Residence 2 Available Immediately Occupying the owner's triplex of an impeccably restored 21-foot-wide North Slope townhouse, Residence 2 at 163 Sixth Avenue presents a rare opportunity to experience grand-scale Brooklyn living in one of Park Slope's most coveted settings. Beyond the handsome townhouse facade, this extraordinary residence unfolds across three beautifully curated levels where timeless architectural character and refined contemporary design exist in perfect harmony. Sunlight streams through oversized new Marvin windows, illuminating soaring ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and a collection of meticulously preserved original details. The magnificent parlor floor is the heart of the home, offering gracious living and dining spaces designed for both elegant entertaining and everyday comfort. Overlooking a lush private garden, the beautifully appointed chef's kitchen opens seamlessly to an oversized deck and verdant outdoor retreat-an exceptional extension of the living space and a rare luxury in Brooklyn. The upper levels provide a tranquil sanctuary. The serene primary suite features custom closets and a spa-like marble bath with radiant heated floors, double vanity, and luxurious finishes. Additional bedrooms are generously proportioned and filled with natural light, while beautifully renovated bathrooms and thoughtful design details create a sense of comfort and sophistication throughout. Central air conditioning, abundant storage, and exceptional craftsmanship enhance the home's effortless livability, while its scale and layout offer the privacy and feel of a single-family residence. Situated on one of Park Slope's most picturesque tree-lined blocks, moments from Prospect Park, Grand Army Plaza, celebrated restaurants, boutiques, and multiple transportation options, Residence 2 offers a lifestyle rarely available in a rental offering. Elegant, expansive, and truly one-of-a-kind, this exceptional townhouse triplex represents Brooklyn living at its finest.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 59/100 · Fairly complete

How complete and honest this listing is, from what the source sites show and Roofy’s own checks. It isn’t a rating of the home or the agent. How the score works

  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 18 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details12/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • Full points: Move-in date stated2/2
    • No points: No lease length0/1
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 291 words3/3
  • True cost3/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Some points: Priced 267% above similar homes in the borough, which take longer to rent3/7
  • Accuracy9/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Problem: Differs from city records (built 1884, 2 homes)2/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 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$35,020

First month $17,500, a one-month deposit $17,500 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Price history

High $17,500/moAsking price, as listed
Sep 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$17,500/mo
Sep 22, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$17,500/mo

From the listing sites’ own records and what Roofy has seen since. Newest first.

Compared with the area

Asks $17,500/mo, 267% above the median asking rent for rentals with 4+ bedrooms in Brooklyn.

Median here
$4,775/mo
79 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$3,999–$9,988
The middle half of listings

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

1.3% of these listings have cut their price.

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 Brooklyn

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 7 AvB Q6 min walk
  • Bergen St2 3 47 min walk
  • Grand Army Plaza2 3 48 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 13

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

The building

2 units · 3 floors · built 1884

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

163 6 Avenue · BBL 3-00948-0007 · built 1884 · 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

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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