Co-op of the Day: 191 Willoughby Street

I say buy forte, its real property not a share.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 12:44 PM

They are trying to cash in from the better buildings near it. Just like the ugly fat girl wanting to be around the hot girls and just maybe she can land a guy who is too drunk to notice what a pig she is.

If anybody buys here for those prices, man, they are going to have some major buyers remorse.

Better units:
The Oro, The Toren, Belltel Lofts, 110 livingston, 200 livingston, Forte Condo, One Hanson Place, etc..

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 12:47 PM

Moronic. Bad broker.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 1:03 PM

Granted, these are homely buildings. But this two bedroom unit has a better layout than most 2-bedroom lines at the forte. A real foyer, separate kitchen and dining area, etc. Most of the rooms appear larger, too, particularly against the forte's "D" line. Less style than neighboring new condos, yes, but not a bad apartment.

U. Designer

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 1:06 PM

I'm the former owner of the property over at UT which was listed last year at $530k. We were able to sell our apartment at list to a great young buyer. I loved living at UT. Very nice neighbors, very clean (and well manicured grounds) nice staff and I loved the parking. My wife and I moved because we wanted a bit more space. I think $637K is a bit aggressive in light of the new construction in the neighborhood, but University Towers is a nice community.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 1:12 PM

I live in UT and the price is right compared with the more expensive Forte, Oro and BellTell. And guess what? It's closer to everything esp. the subway and the park. Location, location, location... is hard to argue.My unit is differently renovated and looks like a million $$$. Mr. B took pics of the worst possible scenario.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 1:33 PM

If blocking IPs is not working, try blocking MAC addresses.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 1:40 PM

Oh yeah, wtf, Mr B, don't put down others to promote your advertisers. What a load!

~someday this, too, is gonna end~

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 1:42 PM

I live in BellTel and have nothing against UT, but to say it is closer to everything especially the subway is wrong. The A,C,F,2,3,R trains are literally within a 3 minute walk from BellTel with the 4,6 train only a couple minutes further. You really couldn't have a better transportation situation anywhere in the City. Also closer to Atlantic, Smith, Brooklyn Heights, Dumbo, Cobble Hill. So really, I think some of the other buildings have much better location.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 2:06 PM

Am surprised Brownstoner would compare prices like that without mentioning sq. ft., etc.
Obviously, a '2 bedroom' can be a small apt or a large apt.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 2:13 PM

2:06, UT is about 5 minutes away from BellTel, so what's your point? All the trains you list are a quick walk from UT as well.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 2:21 PM

Here's another little tip:

University Towers is 99% occupied.

They can't give apts away at the 35% sold Belltell and similarly sold Forte. Both of which have been on the market for well over a year.

Just as a point of reference...

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 2:38 PM

When one starts a blog anything goes and you're a liberal. Then you get the attention. You get sober, you wanna clean up, and sanitize (read: censor) the world. Then you're a republican. That's when you jump the shark. What are we so easily afraid of?

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 3:05 PM

Two more stops on the R train and you could get a better place and better Brooklyn vibe. Only Manhattan converters and buying into this place.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 3:15 PM

Approximate Sq. Ft - 1,008

wow..3 bdrm units were going for this price not too long ago

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 3:20 PM

UT windows are way too small. what is the ceiling height? UGLY!

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 3:24 PM

2:21, man, calm down. My post was only in response to 1:33 that said UT was closer to everything. It's just not. I'm not putting your building down.

And also, I'd hope UT is 99% occupied . . . its been around for something like 25 years.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 3:25 PM

better buy now.

in 5 years, this will be the price of the 1 bedrooms in UT.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 3:36 PM

"its been around for something like 25 years."

ummm...you are not very bright...only off by about 25 years...

"The development was built with a federally insured mortgage by the late William Zeckendorf Sr. from 1959 to 1962. After completion, it was bought by Long Island University, whose Brooklyn campus is across the street. At one time it was almost totally occupied by faculty and staff members and students of the Brooklyn campus, which had an enrollment of 10,000 in the 60's, or by personnel of Brooklyn Hospital, also nearby."

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 3:41 PM

12:47 - that is one of the creepiest posts I have read on this blog. yuck.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 3:54 PM

Location? Location for dummies and those buildings are hideous. The neighborhood is a hole. Those buildings are flanked by the projects, and look like they belong there too. So you're close to a ton of subway lines? You can wait for a train for faster and I can actually leave my (attractive) brownstone and walk around the corner and have my choice of restaurants and bars and shopping. And the neighbors don't fling their own feces.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 4:42 PM

Not a fan of UT, but for the record I called Forte sales office about 2-3 weeks ago to ask about the $650K 2-bedrooms and was told that they actually start at something like $740K (can't remember exactly). I mentioned the ad on Brownstoner, and the agent told me that the $650K figure was no longer accurate and should be taken down. He said all the loer-priced units had been sold.

Posted by: guest at May 28, 2008 6:08 PM

6:08 = Forte Broker

Posted by: guest at May 29, 2008 10:42 AM

the 650k figure is, also, on the Forte website..so perhaps the agent should start by having that corrected

Posted by: guest at May 29, 2008 11:15 AM

I know a few people that live in UT. Yes its rather utilitarian but its a good location and and you can get a decent amount of space for less than other buildings in the area. That said everyone I know that lives there paid less than this unit.

Posted by: guest at May 29, 2008 1:45 PM