7 Beds
5 Baths
4,500 sqft
$3,695,000
398 Putnam Avenue, Brooklyn NY, 11216
Price per sqft$821.11
Built in1915
Property size4,500 sqft
Property typeMulti-family
Overview
Active
Listed Oct 16, 2026
Updated 4h ago
Brand New to Market! Beautifully renovated and rich in architectural charm, 398 Putnam Avenue blends historic character with modern living on a picturesque, tree-lined block in Bed-Stuy’s Bedford Historic District. This turn-of-the-century two-family townhouse features a generous owner’s triplex connected to a finished cellar, a spacious private deck, and a landscaped backyard, along with a separate two-bedroom garden apartment.
Enter on the parlor floor filled with natural light and find an open living area with soaring ceilings, herringbone oak floors, exposed brick, original millwork, and a restored wood-burning fireplace. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, Taj Mahal marble countertops, a sculptural range hood, and high-end appliances, including an oversized refrigerator. Floor to ceiling glass doors open directly onto a wide deck and the landscaped backyard, creating an easy flow ideal for indoor and outdoor entertainment.
Upstairs, the expansive primary floor includes a suite featuring a spacious walk-in dressing room with custom built-ins and a beautifully finished en-suite bathroom. Luxurious marble finishes, dual vanities, a glass-enclosed rain shower, and a freestanding soaking tub beneath sun-filled windows creates a spa-like environment. An additional bedroom is ideal for home office, nursery or guestroom. The third floor offers three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with high ceilings, large windows and thoughtful finishes throughout.
On the garden level, a fully renovated two-bedroom apartment offers excellent flexibility for rental income, guests, or extended living. On the lowest level, the finished cellar is connected to the owner’s triplex and provides additional space for storage, a home gym, recreation room - the uses are endless. Additional highlights include central air throughout the owner’s triplex, split-system A/C in the garden apartment, and solar panels installed in December 2025.
Set on a lovely and quiet residential block in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant, this home is close to beloved restaurants, local cafés, shops, parks, and neighborhood favorites, with convenient access to transportation to neighboring Clinton Hill. With its flexible two-family layout, generous proportions, private outdoor space, and preserved architectural details, 398 Putnam Avenue offers a rare opportunity. Don’t miss your chance!
$24,583/mo
Est. mortgage payment based on a $3,695,000 home price.
All estimates are provided by Luxury Presence for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
Additional information
- MLS® ID
- RLS20121327
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Cooling
- Yes
- Heating
- Yes
- Basement
- No
Exterior Features
- Lot Size
- 0.05 Acres
Other Property Details
- Taxes
- $12,660
- Tax Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
Listing Courtesy of Compass - Shii Ann Huang
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