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Back to the listing5-bedroom house for sale in Park Slope
861 President St, Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11215
- Size
- 4,460 ft² (414 m²)
- Available
- Now
- Year built
- 1905: Building details
About this home
House for sale in Park Slope, Brooklyn: 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 4,460 ft². Asking price $5,995,000. Built in 1905.
From the original listing · Realtor.comShowHide
All open houses are BY APPOINTMENT only Located mid-block on one of Park Slope's most picturesque tree-lined streets, 861 President Street is a beautifully preserved Brownstone offering an exceptional upper triplex with a separate garden unit and a private rear garden. This elegant home is currently configured with five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and one powder room, and seamlessly blends grand proportions and original period details with thoughtful modern updates. The gracious stoop entry opens into a dramatic foyer with soaring 11-foot ceilings and exquisite wood moldings. A grand set of pocket doors leads into the expansive front parlor, where vaulted ceilings, oversized bay windows with functional wood shutters, and a decorative wood mantel create an impressive yet inviting entertaining space. The parlor level continues with a recently renovated chef's kitchen equipped with brand-new Bosch appliances and ample cabinetry and workspace. Beyond the kitchen, the rear parlor features beautiful stained-glass windows and a second decorative wood mantel, offering exceptional flexibility as a formal dining room, second living space, or library. This level also provides direct access to the charming private rear garden, while a conveniently located powder room and laundry complete the floor. The third floor is anchored by a spacious primary bedroom with three south-facing bay windows that fill the room with natural light, as well as a generous walk-in closet. The newly renovated en-suite bathroom features dual sinks, an oversized soaking tub, and luxurious finishes. A sizable additional bedroom with its own walk-in closet is also located on this level. The fourth floor offers two additional bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, along with a second newly renovated full bathroom featuring the same sophisticated finishes as the bathroom below. Downstairs, the one-bedroom garden apartment features private outdoor space, a full-size washer/dryer, dishwasher, and central HVAC. The floor-through also includes stunning period details including moldings, shutters, floors, and a decorative mantel. Set between 7th and 8th Avenues in the heart of Park Slope, 861 President Street is ideally situated near Prospect Park and Grand Army Plaza, with the neighborhood's renowned restaurants, cafes, boutiques, and shops along 5th and 7th Avenues just moments away. With its exceptional scale, preserved architectural details, modern updates, and private garden, 861 President Street presents a rare opportunity to own a beautifully preserved brownstone in one of Brooklyn's most coveted neighborhoods.
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Grade B, 71/100 · Complete
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- Problem: Differs from city records (built 1888, 2 homes)2/5
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Buying costs
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Compared with the area
Asks $5,995,000, 15% above the median asking price for homes for sale with 4+ bedrooms in Park Slope.
- Median here
- $5,225,000
- 18 listings, last 90 days
- Per ft²
- $1,344.17 vs $1,264.89
- This home vs the median, 6% higher
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Nearby transit
- Grand Army Plaza2 3 45 min walk
- 7 AvB Q7 min walk
- Bergen St2 3 413 min walk
Nearby public schools · District 15
- P.S. 321 William Pennelementary, grades PK-5400 m
- John Jay School for Lawhigh, grades 9-12600 m
- Park Slope Collegiatesecondary, grades 6-12600 m
Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.
The building
2 units · 3 floors · built 1888
Building record (NYC)
NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)861 President Street · BBL 3-01065-0050 · built 1888 · 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.
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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.








































