655 Decatur sits real pretty with a striking combination of revived Bed-Stuy charm and modernized elegance. A sprawling parlor floor with near 10-foot ceilings allows Southern light to flood the living space, breezing past the impeccably designed cooking area and out to a private, enclosed yard. Wide-plank White Oak flooring recapture the 19th-century essence while serving as the perfect complement to the ultra-sleek, quartz-laden chef's kitchen. Fully outfitted with Bosch appliances, bronzed fixtures, and impressive single-cut slabs, the kitchen serves as the centerpiece of the main level. The parlor floor is completed with a convenient powder room and dedicated office space. Before ascending to the second floor, it's impossible to not admire the powdered brick accent wall that offers a beautiful reminder of the home's rich history. At the rear of the landing are two ample secondary bedrooms, a spacious full bath and a laundry room. The anterior of this level is dedicated entirely to the primary suite, where three large windows welcome morning light to showcase a distinct, expansive layout. The primary suite features a deep walk-in closet ready for custom personalization, alongside an en-suite bathroom where soft tiling and bronze accents exude luxury and tranquility. A proper stairwell leads up to a fully finished rooftop oasis with pavers and sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline-granting the primary suite the distinct feeling of a secluded penthouse duplex. The garden-level apartment is equally impressive, sparing no details. It mirrors the upper residence's high-end finishes and boasts ample living space, a mudroom and a dedicated laundry area. A private front entrance and a sectioned-off rear patio grant complete autonomy if desired. Further below, a fully finished basement offers over 800 square feet of versatile bonus space with effortless utility access. Neighborhood access is at a premium with the nearby A, C, J subway lines and B7, B26 bus lines. Highly rated restaurant dining features Olmo, Cicchetti and Badaboom right off of Decatur with Associated grocery and Global Farm Marketplace both within the immediate area. Saratoga Park and kids playground is just two blocks away. To put a bow on this Brooklyn stunner, the fully enclosed backyard features premium pavers and stretches over 40 feet deep. The upper floors feature forced-air heating and cooling, while the garden level utilizes an efficient split system. The building does not make use of gas heating, but it is available. Decorative fireplaces preserve the building's original soul. The contrasting, earthy theme of the original facade beautifully encapsulates the transition of this historic Townhouse into a modern world.
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About Ocean
Hill
Ocean Hill, located between Broadway Junction and Highland Park, is a residential and industrial New York neighborhood with brick rowhouses and active rail corridors. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Broadway Junction, where elevated tracks, bus bays, and corner bodegas meet takeout counters and small storefront services in a constant rush of motion. Local pillars include the Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning (JCAL), Weeksville Heritage Center, and the historic Wyckoff House Museum nearby. Side streets shift to attached townhomes, modest porches, and pocket community gardens. Atlantic Avenue and Fulton Street bring long commercial stretches, while nearby parkland edges add breathing room. The street grid feels utilitarian and direct, shaped by transit infrastructure and older housing stock.
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Market insights
655 Decatur St · $2,195,000
DAYS ON MARKET
52 days
The average home goes pending in 65 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.3%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$2,195,000
Median list price in this area is $1,479,806. (33% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
14% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
High ceilings
Smoke-free
Walk-in closet(s)
Decorative fireplace (1)
Bedrooms
Total rooms: 8
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
In-unit laundry allowed
Heating & cooling
Ductless cooling
Exterior features
Private outdoor space over 60 sqft
Deck
Patio
Rooftop
Home design
2-story building
Entry level: 1
HOA & community
Green building
Financial info
Property contains 2 total units
Other
Pets allowed in building
Electricity and solar
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R6 zoning districts are widely mapped in built-up, medium-density areas in Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx. The character of R6 districts can range from neighborhoods with a diverse mix of building types and heights to large-scale tower in the park developments such as Ravenswood in Queens and Homecrest in Brooklyn. Developers can choose between two sets of bulk regulations. Standard height factor regulations, introduced in 1961, produce small multi-family buildings on small zoning lots and, on larger lots, tall buildings that are set back from the street. Optional Quality Housing regulations produce high lot coverage buildings within height limits that often reflect the scale of older, pre-1961 apartment buildings in the neighborhood.
Permitted uses
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 70-78% chance 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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
39% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Moderate sunlight
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There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.