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655 DECATUR Street
$2,125,000
MLS# RLS20106415 · Ocean Hill
Originally listed at $2,195,000. Price last reduced on October 16, 2026.
Listed July 30, 2026 · 104 days on the market
6 Beds 4 Baths
About This Property
655 Decatur sits real pretty with a striking combination of revived Bed-Stuy charm and modernized elegance.
A sprawling parlor floor with near 10-foot ceilings allows Southern light to flood the living space, breezing past the impeccably designed cooking area and out to a private, enclosed yard. Wide-plank White Oak flooring recapture the 19th-century essence while serving as the perfect complement to the ultra-sleek, quartz-laden chef's kitchen. Fully outfitted with Bosch appliances, bronzed fixtures, and impressive single-cut slabs, the kitchen serves as the centerpiece of the main level. The parlor floor is completed with a convenient powder room and dedicated office space.
Before ascending to the second floor, it's impossible to not admire the powdered brick accent wall that offers a beautiful reminder of the home's rich history. At the rear of the landing are two ample secondary bedrooms, a spacious full bath and a laundry room. The anterior of this level is dedicated entirely to the primary suite, where three large windows welcome morning light to showcase a distinct, expansive layout. The primary suite features a deep walk-in closet ready for custom personalization, alongside an en-suite bathroom where soft tiling and bronze accents exude luxury and tranquility.
A proper stairwell leads up to a fully finished rooftop oasis with pavers and sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline-granting the primary suite the distinct feeling of a secluded penthouse duplex.
The garden-level apartment is equally impressive, sparing no details. It mirrors the upper residence's high-end finishes and boasts ample living space, a mudroom and a dedicated laundry area. A private front entrance and a sectioned-off rear patio grant complete autonomy if desired. Further below, a fully finished basement offers over 800 square feet of versatile bonus space with effortless utility access.
Neighborhood access is at a premium with the nearby A, C, J subway lines and B7, B26 bus lines. Highly rated restaurant dining features Olmo, Cicchetti and Badaboom right off of Decatur with Associated grocery and Global Farm Marketplace both within the immediate area. Saratoga Park and kids playground is just two blocks away.
To put a bow on this Brooklyn stunner, the fully enclosed backyard features premium pavers and stretches over 40 feet deep. The upper floors feature forced-air heating and cooling, while the garden level utilizes an efficient split system. The building does not make use of gas heating, but it is available. Decorative fireplaces preserve the building's original soul. The contrasting, earthy theme of the original facade beautifully encapsulates the transition of this historic Townhouse into a modern world.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Corcoran Group.
The upper floor has its own laundry room, and the garden apartment has a dedicated laundry area, but the washer and dryer are in the unit itself, so you don't need to leave the apartment for laundry. That kind of everyday convenience adds up in a house this size.
Outdoors, the enclosed backyard stretches more than 40 feet deep and has premium pavers. There's also a deck, a patio, and rooftop access. The listing describes skyline views from the roof, which is worth seeing for yourself.
Light is a strong point on the parlor floor. The listing describes southern light filling the living space, and a south-facing window gets 8.5 hours of direct sun on the winter solstice. Nearby buildings can block that, so it's worth checking the light at the time of day you care about most. The near 10-foot ceilings give the room volume and room to arrange furniture, and the living space runs right through to the kitchen.
The kitchen is fitted with Bosch appliances, quartz counters, and bronze fixtures, and it sits at the center of the main level. The primary suite is on the second floor's front side, with three large windows, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bath with soft tile and bronze accents. Two more bedrooms and a full bath are at the back of that floor.
Halsey Street station on the J is about 5 minutes on foot, and Saratoga Park is about 3 minutes away. Olmo is a minute's walk, and the Pioneer supermarket is about 5 minutes.
Quick answers+
Does the home have in-unit laundry?
Yes. A washer and dryer are in the unit. The upper floor also has a laundry room, and the garden level has a dedicated laundry area.
Is there private outdoor space?
Yes. There's a private enclosed backyard over 60 square feet, along with a deck, a patio, and rooftop access.
Does the property have cooling?
Yes. It has ductless cooling. The upper floors have forced-air heating and cooling, and the garden level uses an efficient split system.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Pets allowed
- Smoke-free
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- Ductless cooling
- Decorative fireplace
- High ceilings
- Walk-in closets
- Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)
- Deck
- Patio
- Rooftop access
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Green building
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$11,180 / month
- Principal and interest$10,745
- Property taxes$435
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$425,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (1.25%)$26,563
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$32,725
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
655 Decatur Street is a 2-story two-family dwelling in Ocean Hill, completed in 1899 and home to 2 residential units.
The closest subway is Halsey St (J), about a 5-minute walk. Saratoga Park is roughly 3 minutes away on foot.
Compiled from NYC public records and open data.
- Year Built
- 1899
- Stories
- 2
- Units
- 2
- Building Type
- Two-Family Dwelling
Location & Nearby
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655 DECATUR Street
Subway
- JHalsey StAbout 5 min walk
- JZChauncey StAbout 9 min walk
- CRalph AvAbout 10 min walk
- CRockaway AvAbout 12 min walk
Parks
- Saratoga ParkAbout 3 min walk
- Marion Hopkinson PlaygroundAbout 5 min walk
- Brevoort PlaygroundAbout 9 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- P.S. 137 Rachel Jean MitchellAbout 2 min walk
- P.S. 5 Dr. Ronald McnairAbout 9 min walk
- P.S. 40 George W. CarverAbout 9 min walk
Middle schools
- Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees)About 10 min walk
- Evergreen Middle School for Urban ExplorationAbout 13 min walk
High schools
- Eagle Academy for Young Men IIAbout 10 min walk
- Brooklyn High School for Law and TechnologyAbout 10 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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Walkability
9/10
Public transit
8/10
Schools
7/10
Dining
9/10
Groceries & parks
8/10
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Property Photos
Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group
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