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$7,800,000

168 Bergen St

Brooklyn, NY, 11217
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5Beds
4.5Baths
4,400Sqft
$1773$/sqft

Comps

Listing Notes

168 Bergen Street is a completely renovated townhouse on one of Brooklyn's most sought-after tree-lined streets in the Boerum Hill Historic District. Originally built in the 1850s by William Alexander and James Hughes, this 22-foot-wide house retains its original 19th-century facade and is approximately 4, 400 square feet, featuring 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. The setback and wide stoop entrance lead to the parlor floor, which serves as the main living and entertaining space, with a beautifully proportioned living room, an elegant curved staircase, and an open kitchen with a marble counter and backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a center island, and a dining area with a built-in banquette. Access the back terrace through two large custom glass doors that overlook the incredible park-like garden with lush, mature landscaping for ultimate privacy. The spacious primary suite occupies the entire third floor, complete with a dressing room, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious en-suite bath with a glass shower, a soaker tub, dual sinks, and much more. Three well-appointed guest bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a central sitting room comprise the second floor, allowing for exceptional flexibility to meet your needs. The garden level offers an additional guest suite plus a large versatile space suitable for a home theater or an additional living room. Floor-to-ceiling accordion doors open to the expansive yard, enhancing the indoor/outdoor living experience. Additional highlights include a skylight that floods the home with natural light, herringbone floors, and a finished basement/gym with a wine cellar and a laundry room.

Market Insights

Above nearby median+23%

$1773/sqft vs a nearby median of $1438/sqft.

Nearby median$1438/sqft
Nearby properties8
Property size4,400 sqft
  • +23% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
  • Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
  • 4,400 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.

Pricing Read

Yardstick fair value$6.61M$6.02M$7.21M · 50% confidence
vs ask $7.80M+$1.19M (+15.2%)

Asking price is about 15.2% above where comps + adjustments land — there is room to negotiate.

$1,438/sqft median across 7 tight comps × 4,400 sqft= $6.33M
  • Transit access+$158k +2.5%
  • Pre-war character+$158k +2.5%
  • Days-on-market gravity−$32k −0.5%
Cumulative NYC adjustments+$285k+4.5%

Property Read

FreshnessVerification recommended

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Market Position+23% vs nearby

The property is priced above the nearby median per square foot, so condition, building quality, and exact location need to justify the higher ask.

Price MovementInitial price point

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Listing Details

Days on market
72 days
Last price change
No change recorded
Listed
Mar 1, 2026
Photos
26 photos
Property type
townhomes
Status
for sale

Features & Amenities

Outdoor SpaceBasementTwo Or More StoriesModern KitchenOpen KitchenWine CellarEnsuiteWalk In ClosetPorchDenGroundscare

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Building Facts

Year built
1910
Stories
3
Total units
1
Residential units
1
Building area
3,520 sqft
Lot size
2,208 sqft
Land use
One and two family buildings
Building class
A4

From NYC public records where available.

Price History

May 4, 2026Initial record
$7,800,000for sale

Public Records

DOB violations0 open

8 total recorded against the building

HPD violations0 open

1 total recorded

ACRIS documents35

Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file

311 calls (12 mo)25,855

Top: illegal parking

Top complaint types in ZIP 11217

  • Illegal Parking8,569
  • Noise - Residential1,359
  • HEAT/HOT WATER1,322
  • Noise - Street/Sidewalk1,230
  • Noise795

Recent DOB

  • Sep 23, 2011V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONAL
  • Dec 1, 2010V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONAL
  • Feb 27, 2009V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · LANDMK-LANDMARK NONE
  • Feb 27, 2009V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · LANDMK-LANDMARK NONE

Recent HPD

  • Nov 4, 2016Class I · §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITE...

Sourced from NYC Open Data (DOB, HPD, ACRIS). Updated as the city republishes — check the original source for live status.

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