56 COURT Street 2B
$740,000
MLS# RLS20123501 · Brooklyn Heights
Listed October 30, 2026 · 14 days on the market
1 Beds 1 Baths 730 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
Discover the charm of Brooklyn Heights with this delightful 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo nestled in the heart of this vibrant neighborhood! Located at 56 Court Street, Unit 2B, this condo offers an inviting space with its impressive 10.5-foot ceilings and 730 square feet of well-designed living areas. Currently configured as a large studio, this could easily be converted back to a 1 bedroom. Built in a pre-war style with a touch of historical elegance, this low-rise building retains its classic charm while accommodating modern needs. The building is well maintained and features essential conveniences like an elevator for easy access to your second-floor unit.Conveniently located just moments away from Manhattan, this spot is optimal for those seeking a blend of tranquility and accessibility. Take a stroll to the iconic Brooklyn Promenade or explore Montague and Smith Streets, where a bustling selection of restaurants and shops awaits. Nearby, you'll find favorites like Trader Joe's and Key Food Supermarket, making daily errands a breeze. The property's location also boasts excellent transportation options with access to the A, C, 2, 3, 4, 5, F, G & R trains, and the NYC Ferry at Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6 stop, putting the entirety of New York City within reach. This exceptional opportunity to own a piece of historic Brooklyn Heights won't last long! Get in touch today to schedule a showing and experience the comfort and convenience that Unit 2B has to offer.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Pets allowed
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Bike room
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$4,561 / month
- Principal and interest$3,742
- Common charges$819
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$148,000
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$11,396
The mansion tax applies to purchases of $1 million or more. 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.
About the Building
56 Court Street is a 7-story condominium in Brooklyn Heights, completed in 1927 and home to 12 residential units. It sits within the Borough Hall Skyscraper Historic District. The most recent major alteration on record was in 1997.
The closest subway is Borough Hall (2, 3, 4, 5, R), about a 2-minute walk. Columbus Park is roughly 1 minute away on foot.
Compiled from NYC public records and open data.
- Year Built
- 1927
- Stories
- 7
- Units
- 12
- Building Type
- Condominium
- Historic District
- Borough Hall Skyscraper Historic District
Location & Nearby
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56 COURT Street 2B
Subway
- 2345RBorough HallAbout 2 min walk · Accessible
- ACFRJay St-MetroTechAbout 5 min walk · Accessible
- 23Hoyt StAbout 9 min walk
- 23Clark StAbout 10 min walk
Parks
- Columbus ParkAbout 1 min walk
- Korean War Veterans PlazaAbout 5 min walk
- Cadman Plaza ParkAbout 8 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- P.S. 261 Zipporiah MillsAbout 10 min walk
- Albee Square Montessori Public SchoolAbout 10 min walk
- P.S. 29 John M. HarriganAbout 13 min walk
Middle schools
- Dock Street School for Steam StudiesAbout 19 min walk
High schools
- Brooklyn Frontiers High SchoolAbout 5 min walk
- The Urban Assembly School for Law and JusticeAbout 6 min walk
Colleges & universities
- Brooklyn Law SchoolAbout 2 min walk
- New York City College of Technology (CUNY)About 8 min walk
- St. Francis CollegeAbout 8 min walk
- Long Island University (Brooklyn)About 14 min walk
Museums
- Toy Museum of New YorkAbout 5 min walk
Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.
The Neighborhood
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A dynamic borough offering architecturally significant residences, world-class culture, and an unmatched creative energy.
Walkability
9/10
Public transit
8/10
Schools
7/10
Dining
9/10
Groceries & parks
8/10
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