kazee's Profile

Name:
katrina
In Brooklyn Since:
Not Yet- But trying to move
On Brownstoner Since:
the begining!
Location:
Queens
Neighborhood:
Abode:
Co-op
Profession:
Sex:
Female
Age:
35
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Author's Posts

May 9, 2008

Cobble Hill/ Carrols Gardens

Hi Brownstoners--
I'm thinking about making the move from Queens (Sunnyside) to the Cobble Hill/ Carroll Gardens area and thought I'd ask this group what your sense is of the resale value of new construction co-ops/condos (old skin- new interior, and total new construction) vs. traditional brownstone co-ops in Carroll Gardens & Cobble Hill area of Brooklyn (assuming they are of equal quality in terms of the actual apartments etc.)..?

I appreciate any insight or directions to sources of information.

Thanks!
kz

Author's Comments

Thanks for all your thoughts!
kz

Posted by: kazee at May 10, 2008 10:40 AM in response to Cobble Hill/ Carrols Gardens

Responses to Author's Forum Comments

Sunnyside is cute!

If condos aren't selling or appreciating as fast it's only because too many had nutty developers who overpriced them. But in general buyers much prefer a condo over a coop, considering what type of ownership it is, the monthly costs, and the ease of selling a condo over selling a coop by avoiding the coop board approval process.

But if you get a coop on one of the prettiest blocks in a historic brownstone building with excellent financials you're doing okay.

Posted by: guest at May 10, 2008 3:22 PM in response to Cobble Hill/ Carrols Gardens

I would buy in either location. I believe it's a good solid ground to stand on.

Posted by: guest at May 10, 2008 7:13 PM in response to Cobble Hill/ Carrols Gardens

Co-ops are not a big deal, unless of course you are an ax murderer.

Posted by: guest at May 11, 2008 8:52 PM in response to Cobble Hill/ Carrols Gardens