Introducing Residence 1R at 2146 Cortelyou Road - a bright, south-facing one-bedroom home offering classic prewar character, an efficient layout, and exceptional value in the heart of Flatbush. Quietly positioned at the rear of an intimate six-unit HDFC cooperative, Residence 1R enjoys unobstructed southern exposure and beautiful natural light throughout the day. The thoughtfully proportioned layout features a comfortable living and dining area with hardwood floors, a separate galley kitchen with tile flooring, a well-sized bedroom, and the convenience of first-floor living with no stairs to climb. Perfectly situated on Cortelyou Road between Flatbush Avenue and East 22nd Street, the residence is moments from the vibrant Flatbush Avenue commercial corridor, offering an extensive selection of restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, bars, shopping, and everyday conveniences. Kings Theatre and Prospect Park are both nearby, while transportation is easily accessible via the Q train at Beverley Road and B/Q service at Newkirk Plaza. Residence 1R presents an excellent opportunity for a first-time purchaser or anyone seeking a well-located Brooklyn home within a boutique cooperative setting. This is an HDFC cooperative and is subject to board approval and applicable income restrictions. Current income guidelines: 1 person: $187,110 2 persons: $213,840 3 persons: $240,570.
Condo (co-op)Property Type
1912Year Built
$830/moHOA Dues
Listing by Jason Abrishami• Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Listing by Jerry Minsky• Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Flatbush, located between Prospect Park and Midwood, is a residential and commercial New York neighborhood with a grand prewar streetscape and a busy, transit-linked main drag. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Flatbush Avenue and Church Avenue, where produce markets, Caribbean bakeries, barbershops, and late-night eateries keep the sidewalks in motion. Tree-lined blocks feature limestone rowhouses, brick apartment buildings, and freestanding homes near Ditmas Park’s wide porches. Brooklyn College adds a collegiate rhythm along Bedford Avenue. Kings Theatre anchors nights out with restored movie-palace glamour. Prospect Park sits at the edge for long loops and open lawns.
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Market insights
2146 Cortelyou Rd Unit 1R · $229,000
DAYS ON MARKET
80 days
The average home goes pending in 64 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.9%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$229,000
Median list price in this area is $859,000. (275% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
15% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
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Living
Interior features
Basement described as 'Other'
Total of 3 rooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Laundry & utility
Washer/dryer allowed
No building laundry (none in building)
Exterior features
No exterior amenities listed
Home design
3-story building
Entry level is 1
Zoning: R6A
Construction
No construction details provided
HOA & community
Association fee of $830 per month
Financial info
Building contains a total of 6 units
Other
Pets not allowed in building
Electricity and solar
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Sale and tax history for 2146 Cortelyou Rd Unit 1R
Sale History
Tax History
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Event
Price
RLS at REBNY #RLS20108449
Sep 16, 2026
Price Changed
$229,000
Aug 9, 2026
Listed
$245,000
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #842752
Mar 7, 2026
Listing Removed
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Jan 17, 2026
Price Changed
$250,000
May 6, 2025
Price Changed
$290,000
Mar 31, 2025
Listed
$300,000
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #L3530850
Aug 1, 2024
Listing Removed
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Feb 9, 2024
Listed
$300,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Lot width
25 ft.
Lot depth
89 ft.
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Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Kings County
APN
05165007202146000000001R
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Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
R6A
Contextual Residence District
R6A is a a contextual district where the Quality Housing bulk regulations are mandatory. These regulations produce high lot coverage, six- to eight-story apartment buildings set at or near the street line. Designed to be compatible with older buildings found in medium-density neighborhoods, R6A districts are mapped in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens. Parts of Kingsbridge in the Bronx and Williamsburg in Brooklyn are typical R6A areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Student
Educational / school
Golf related
Cemetery
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Brooklyn, NY • 11226
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Sun exposure
47/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2146 Cortelyou Rd Unit 1R
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Rental earnings
Est. $1,697 per month, based on comparable rentals