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Back to the listing5-bedroom house for rent in Greenpoint
137 Milton St, Greenpoint, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11222
- Size
- 2,796 ft² (260 m²)
- Available
- Now
- Year built
- 1899: Building details
About this home
House for rent in Greenpoint, Brooklyn: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,796 ft². Rent $15,000/mo. Built in 1899.
From the original listing · Realtor.comShowHide
A rare opportunity to lease a beautifully restored five-bedroom single-family townhouse on landmarked Milton Street, in the heart of Greenpoint's historic district. Set across four stories, this distinctive residence pairs original architectural character with thoughtful modern upgrades. A wood-burning fireplace, original banister, and decorative moldings lend warmth and timeless appeal, while Lutron dimmers, recessed lighting, and European-style bathrooms with rain showers, wall-hung toilets, and illuminated mirrors bring contemporary comfort to the home. A large lower-level bonus room adds exceptional flexibility, with space to create a media room, playroom, or private gym-an inviting extension of the home tailored to your lifestyle. Three private outdoor spaces-a front garden, rear garden, and roof terrace with Empire State Building views-offer room to relax, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors. Beyond your front door, Greenpoint's vibrant dining and cafe scene becomes part of everyday life. Neighborhood favorites Di An Di, Paulie Gee's, and Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop are joined by destinations such as Wenwen for Taiwanese dining, Radio Bakery for pastries and breakfast sandwiches, Bar Americano for cocktails and aperitivo, and Radio Star, an all-day restaurant, bar, and cafe beside Transmitter Park. From morning coffee to dinner and evening drinks, the neighborhood offers plenty to explore.[eater +3] The Greenpoint Avenue G train is just a few minutes away, with the waterfront, Transmitter Park, and NYC Ferry also close by. 137 Milton Street brings together generous space, private outdoor living, historic charm, and modern comfort-a distinctive townhouse rental in one of Brooklyn's most sought-after neighborhoods. Available November 1 or ASAP
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Roofy listing score
Grade C, 59/100 · Fairly complete
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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
- Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
- No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
- No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
- Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
- Full points: Description of 271 words3/3
True cost5/15
- No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
- Some points: Priced 214% above similar homes in the borough5/7
Accuracy9/15
- Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
- Problem: Differs from city records (built 1878, 2 homes)2/5
- Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 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
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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Fees and terms
First month $15,000, a one-month deposit $15,000 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.
Amenities
Pets
- Pets allowed
Compared with the area
Asks $15,000/mo, 214% 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
- Per ft²/mo
- $5.36 vs $3.57
- This home vs the median, 50% higher
Priced above most similar homes here.
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.
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- CityNew YorkHomes for rent
Nearby transit
- Greenpoint AvG3 min walk
- Nassau AvG10 min walk
- Greenpoint (NYC Ferry)East River11 min walk
Nearby public schools · District 14
- P.S. 031 Samuel F. Dupontelementary, grades PK-5310 m
- A-Tech High Schoolhigh, grades 9-12860 m
- John Ericsson Middle School 126middle, grades 6-81.2 km
Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.
The building
2 units · 3 floors · built 1878
Building record (NYC)
NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)137 Milton Street · BBL 3-02563-0067 · built 1878 · 2 units
- 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 recordPublic 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.





























