476 Chauncey Street
$1,575,000
MLS# RLS20121010 · Bedford-Stuyvesant
Listed October 15, 2026 · 13 days on the market
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,300 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
476 Chauncey Street is a rare Brooklyn brownstone offering more than 3,300 square feet of space, remarkable depth, original architectural detail, and an unusual sense of possibility for those drawn to character, creativity, and thoughtful design.
Rich with prewar charm, the home retains beautiful crown moldings, herringbone hardwood floors, and period details throughout, while its exceptionally deep footprint—extending more than 65 feet—creates a scale and rhythm that invite imagination. Extending directly from the loft is a distinctive greenhouse-style space, bringing in natural light and creating an inspiring transition between the interior architecture and the garden beyond. A Juliet balcony adds another layer of historic character, while the dramatic loft-style space feels especially suited to an artist’s studio, gallery, design workspace, library, or expansive living area. At the rear, a private garden directly abuts Marion Hopkinson Park, creating an unusually peaceful and secluded setting. Surrounded by greenery, the outdoor space feels intimate and protected—an ideal backdrop for entertaining, gardening, working, or simply stepping away from the pace of the city.
The basement level adds another dimension of flexibility, with its own kitchen and bathroom and the potential to function as a separate residence. The property can be envisioned as a singular, character-filled home, a multi-generational residence, or a configuration that allows the owner to live in one portion while creating an income-producing component elsewhere. Recent improvements include a new boiler in 2026, new roof covering in 2026, and a new hot water heater installed in 2025, providing a strong foundation for the next chapter of the home.
Set in a vibrant Brooklyn neighborhood with restaurants, local amenities, and transportation close at hand, the property is within easy reach of the A, C, J, and Z subway lines, as well as the B7, B24, and B60 buses. For those who appreciates a home with soul, 476 Chauncey Street offers something increasingly rare: authentic character, generous scale, unexpected spaces, and the freedom to shape a truly personal vision.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Compass.
The house runs more than 65 feet deep, and a loft-style space at the back opens into a greenhouse-style room that extends from it toward the garden. Those two spaces form the core of the layout, and they're where I'd focus first.
Volume and flexibility are the loft's main strengths, and the listing suggests uses ranging from an artist's studio to a library or design workspace. How those rooms handle privacy, sound and storage is something you'll want to judge for yourself in person.
According to the listing, the private garden sits directly against Marion Hopkinson Park, and Marion Hopkinson Playground is about a minute's walk away. A private garden is a meaningful amenity in the city, and the listing also reports park, territorial and tree views from the home.
The house has four bedrooms and three bathrooms across 3,300 square feet. Hardwood floors, crown molding, a fireplace and a pantry carry the prewar character through the main floors. The kitchen has a gas cooktop and oven, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar. The basement has its own kitchen and bathroom, and the listing says it could function as a separate residence.
Recent work includes a new boiler and roof in 2026 and a new hot water heater in 2025. The J and Z run from Chauncey Street station, about 4 minutes on foot, and Pioneer supermarket is about 5 minutes away.
Quick answers+
Is there private outdoor space?
Yes. There is a private yard and private outdoor space of over 60 square feet, and a private garden at the rear.
Does the basement have its own kitchen and bathroom?
Yes. The basement has its own kitchen and bathroom, and it has the potential to function as a separate residence.
How is the home heated?
The home has baseboard heat.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Home features
- Baseboard heat
- Fireplace
- Concrete
- Hardwood floors
- Park view
- Territorial view
- Tree view
- Gas cooktop
- Gas oven
- Refrigerator
- Stainless steel appliances
- Breakfast bar
- Crown molding
- Entrance foyer
- Pantry
- Juliet balcony
- Private entrance
- Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)
- Private yard
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
The rate is a placeholder, not a quote. Enter the one your lender gives you.
$8,578 / month
- Principal and interest$7,964
- Property taxes$614
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$315,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (1%)$15,750
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$24,255
Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.
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Property Photos
Listing Courtesy of Compass
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