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$530,000
291 Martense St Apt 4M
Brooklyn, NY, 11226
View more Brooklyn, NY property pages2Beds
1Baths
870Sqft
$609$/sqft
Listing Notes
Nestled in the heart of vibrant Brooklyn, this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem on Martense Street is ready to be called home. This spacious residence offers 2 well appointed bedrooms providing ample space for relaxation and rest. Imagine no more juggling close quarters or navigating basement laundry rooms! Enjoy the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer by Miele that is tucked away from sight. Residents have the luxury of enjoying a common courtyard, perfect for social gatherings or a quiet moment outdoors. A voice intercom system offers an added layer of security and peace of mind. Located close to Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, weekend adventures are just a hop, skip, and a jump away. With various transportation options nearby, this home is as well-connected as it is charming. Situated in a lowrise building, this property combines contemporary living with a sense of community, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a Brooklyn lifestyle. Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming condo your own urban oasis.
Market Insights
Above nearby median+20%
$609/sqft vs a nearby median of $508/sqft.
Nearby median$508/sqft
Nearby properties8
Property size870 sqft
- +20% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
- Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
- 870 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.
Pricing Read
Yardstick fair value$424k$386k – $462k · 50% confidence
vs ask $530k+$106k (+20.0%)
Asking price is about 20.0% above where comps + adjustments land — there is room to negotiate.
$508/sqft median across 7 tight comps × 870 sqft= $442k
- Open Class C HPD violations−$27k −6.0%
- Transit access+$18k +4.0%
- Days-on-market gravity−$13k −3.0%
- Pre-war character+$11k +2.5%
- Virtually staged−$4k −1.0%
- Visible condition issues−$2k −0.5%
Cumulative NYC adjustments−$18k−4.0%
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The property is priced above the nearby median per square foot, so condition, building quality, and exact location need to justify the higher ask.
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Listing Details
- Days on market
- 245 days
- Last price change
- No change recorded
- Listed
- Sep 9, 2025
- Photos
- 10 photos
- Property type
- condos
- Status
- for sale
- Last sold
- Apr 1, 2019 · $420,000
Features & Amenities
Security FeaturesDishwasherGarage 1 Or MoreBasement
Photos
Building Facts
- Year built
- 1930
- Stories
- 4
- Total units
- 60
- Residential units
- 58
- Building area
- 1.43 ac
- Lot size
- 26,356 sqft
- Land use
- Mixed residential and commercial buildings
- Building class
- RM
From NYC public records where available.
Price History
May 4, 2026Initial record
$530,000for sale
Public Records
DOB violations60 open
64 total recorded against the building
HPD violations17 open
6 class C (immediately hazardous)
ACRIS documents0
Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file
311 calls (12 mo)59,932
Top: heat/hot water
Top complaint types in ZIP 11226
- HEAT/HOT WATER11,419
- Noise - Residential6,221
- Illegal Parking5,805
- UNSANITARY CONDITION4,038
- Noise - Street/Sidewalk3,173
Recent DOB
- Nov 14, 2025V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE · LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIRED
- Sep 23, 2024V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE · LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIRED
- Jun 30, 2023V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE · LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIRED
- Jun 30, 2023V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE · LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIRED
Recent HPD
- Apr 28, 2026Class C · § 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF HOT WATER EXCEEDING MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE TEMPERATURE OF 130 DEGREES ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED...
- Apr 28, 2026Class B · § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPL...
- Apr 28, 2026Class B · § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS...
- Mar 23, 2026Class C · § 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
Sourced from NYC Open Data (DOB, HPD, ACRIS). Updated as the city republishes — check the original source for live status.