It previously was on the market for a total of 34 days.

Last Sold on Mar 5, 2008 for $444,000

1 bed, 1 bath

34 days on Market

Pricing History

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The Chocolate Factory, 689 Myrtle Avenue, #5C

Key Details

Listed: Jul 6, 2021

Last Price Change: -2.9% ($24,500) on Aug 3

Days on Market: 34

Building Type: Condominium

Neighborhood: Bedford-Stuyvesant (Brooklyn)

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Monthly Common Charges: $580

Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $489

Total Taxes & Fees: $1,069

Est. Monthly Mortgage: -

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $5,625

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($165,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Welcome to 689 Myrtle Avenue #5C, a stunning loft in the iconic Chocolate Factory. Enjoy the bright sunlight and open views that this space has to offer. The apartment features soaring 13' ceilings with exposed ductwork and two separate sleeping areas.

The open kitchen has plenty of storage and has a separate area large enough for a kitchen table which is great for entertaining. The Chocolate Factory was originally constructed in 1947 but converted into condos in 2003. The building features Brooklyn's first green roof which is a 5,000sf garden space with views of the Manhattan skyline. The building also has a gym, bike storage, and a 24/7 video security statement.

The building is conveniently located on the edge of Bedstuy near Clinton Hill and just steps from numerous restaurants, bars, cafes, Herbert Von King Park, the Kosciuszko pool, and the G train. Please reach out for any additional information.

Apartment Amenities

Washer/Dryer in apt.

About The Chocolate Factory, 689 Myrtle Avenue

The Chocolate Factory, 689 Myrtle Avenue has received a CityRealty Rating of 57, based on:

Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Attractive 4 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

None 2 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

No Canopy 1 out of 3 points

Alterations:

Well Done 1 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

None 0 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

No, but OK 1 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Not Visible 0 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Enclosed 1 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

Corner 1 out of 2 points

Gargoyles:

None 0 out of 2 points

Garden:

None 0 out of 2 points

Fenestration:

Consistent 1 out of 1 points

Landmark:

No 0 out of 2 points

Unity:

Unified Design 1 out of 1 points

Illumination:

None 0 out of 1 points

Water Element:

None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Average Mix 2 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points

Views:

Open 2 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Some 2 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Shopping:

5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Schools:

No Noise 1 out of 1 points

Noise From Nightlife:

None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:

Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

10-15 1 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

9-11 Feet 2 out of 4 points

Balconies:

None 0 out of 3 points

Health Club:

Yes 1 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

Yes, but Small 1 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Minimal 1 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

None 0 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

None 0 out of 1 points

Door Person:

None 0 out of 1 points

Concierge:

None 0 out of 1 points

Elevator Person:

None 0 out of 1 points

Recreational Roof:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Driveway:

None 0 out of 1 points

Maids Room:

None 0 out of 1 points

Catering:

None 0 out of 1 points

Garage:

None 0 out of 1 points

Mixed Use:

No 0 out of 1 points

Non Rectilinear Form:

No 0 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

No 0 out of 1 points

Prewar:

No 0 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

None 0 out of 2 points

Condo
Built in 1947
45 Apartments
5 Floors

Building Amenities

Conversion Year: 2006
Pre War
Garden
Rooftop Terrace
Video Intercom
Elevator
Fitness Center
Outdoor Entertainment Space
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Bike Room

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The Chocolate Factory, 689 Myrtle Avenue, #5C

Pricing History

Previous Photos & Floor Plan

Key Details

Description

Apartment Amenities

About The Chocolate Factory, 689 Myrtle Avenue

The Chocolate Factory, 689 Myrtle Avenue has received a CityRealty Rating of 57, based on:

Rating Summary

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Building Amenities

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