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138 Broadway
Last updated on Feb 20, 2026

The Smith Grey,
138 Broadway

The Smith Grey is an iconic cast iron loft building in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, completed in 1884 and converted to a boutique condominium in 2002 with amenities like a bike room, courtyard, and roof deck. Located near popular restaurants and landmarks, the building offers easy access to Manhattan via nearby subway lines and the NYC Ferry. Currently, 1 apartment is for sale.

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Overview of The Smith Grey at 138 Broadway

The famed Smith Grey is an iconic cast iron loft building, one of a few in Brooklyn, situated at 138 Broadway at Bedford Avenue in Williamsburg. The building was completed in 1884, and converted to a boutique condominium in 2002. Residential amenities include a basement bike room, a lovely courtyard, common laundry on every floor, and an incredible roof deck with sprawling 360-degree views and furnished for all to enjoy.

Nearby restaurants and landmarks include Peter Luger, Meadowsweet, Diner, Marlowe & Sons, OTB, Motorino, and Barano. The Marcy Avenue J, M, and Z trains allow for an easy commute to Manhattan, and the NYC Ferry offers access to Downtown, Midtown, DUMBO, and Long Island City.

Doorman
None
Type
Condo
Year Built
1884
Converted: 2002
Apartments
Floors
7
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • Pre War
  • Central AC
  • Garden
  • Intercom
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Courtyard
  • Laundry Room
  • Bike Room
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  1. J
  2. M
  3. Z
at Havemeyer and Broadway 0.33 miles

Pros & Cons

  • 19th century department store building
  • Live-in superintendent
  • Video intercom
  • Laundry room on each floor
  • Pet friendly
  • High ceilings
  • No roof deck
  • No garage
  • No doorman

CityRealty Rating

22
/44
Architecture
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26
/36
Location
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10
/39
Features
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8
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66
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  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    Architecture
    • 30+ remarkable
    • 20-29 distinguished
    • 11-19 average
    • < 11 below average
    Location
    • 27+ remarkable
    • 18-26 distinguished
    • 9-17 average
    • < 9 below average
    Features
    • 22+ remarkable
    • 16-21 distinguished
    • 9-15 average
    • < 9 below average

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