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- Jennifer
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August 28, 2007
Splitting a Property then Co-op'ing
Has anyone had experience in buying a building/ brownstone and turning it into a co-op? We can't afford to buy our own house/ brownstone but are in talks w another couple into buying a place and dividing it into 2 apts (if it isn't alrady) then co-op'ing. We know there are complications w this but want info from those who have looked into it. I heard co-op'ing a building could cost up to $60K. Before we get in touch w our attorney thought to try here.
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olde good things in the city. they use to have a brooklyn location but i think they've moved on....
Posted by: kensingtonbrooklyn at August 13, 2007 5:21 PM in response to Hinges and Latches -- where to buy?
Jasper
Check out www.kensingtonbrooklyn.blogspot.com
for rentals in that vicinity. They seem to run from 1200-1800 off Ft. Ham. on this side of the expwy and $2000 for 2 beds
Posted by: kensingtonbrooklyn at August 13, 2007 5:24 PM in response to Windsor Terrace Rental Prices
a non-renovated 2 bed in kensington a short walk from this is on sale for $420k. You'd need to put 50 to 60 in but buyers seem very very interested. W the good or bad of kensington we can walk to a grocery. WT is sort of dead - seeley is not close to much except lonelyville.
Posted by: kensingtonbrooklyn at August 16, 2007 7:06 PM in response to Co-op of the Day: 176 Seeley Street, Apartment 6C
Sorry guests didn't mean to offend, really! Just think the building (and I think it is also very pretty) is not close to a grocery store (you'd have to walk down the stairs or around to get to Keyfood). As for PS154 yes I've heard it is good. I like my zoned school PS230 too. Anyway, not trying to 'promote' anything simply stating my opinion like everyone else here but happen to have an identity b/c I signed in... next time I'll post under guest.
Posted by: kensingtonbrooklyn at August 16, 2007 9:57 PM in response to Co-op of the Day: 176 Seeley Street, Apartment 6C
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Gut reno'd ours for 9k, including fixtures (but kept tub). Didn't move pipes but redid some electrical. Used mid-range tile/fixtures except splurged on Dorn Bracht faucet/knobs. I'd say the 7-15k number is right on. Tilework can be expensive, and we had a lot of it done ( 4 feet up walls; we have 2 messy kids).
Posted by: guest at August 13, 2007 7:35 PM in response to Bathrooms.. typical costs?
http://www.historichouseparts.com/
Posted by: Izabela Norwid at August 13, 2007 7:53 PM in response to Hinges and Latches -- where to buy?
We spent about $10k on a small 5 x 10; used cheap subway tile on walls and 1" hex on floors. Installed a custom frameless shower (about $2k for the doors alone); wainscotting; high-end fixtures; new vanity, etc. Labor was about $7k. With cheaper labor, you definitely get what you pay for.
Posted by: guest at August 13, 2007 10:16 PM in response to Bathrooms.. typical costs?
Van Dyke's Restorers - www.vandykes.com
Posted by: guest at August 14, 2007 9:21 AM in response to Hinges and Latches -- where to buy?
I wish I could get labor quotes for $7K from somebody good. I kept getting bids that were more like $12K for the labor and this wasn't even to move plumbing, just demo and reinstallation of new tile and new tub and vanity. So we put it off. Of course, now that I have had the time to think about it, I want an even more extensive bathroom renovation that will create a 2nd toilet behind a door (utilizing the master BR closet located behind the present bathroom wall) which will be like having a 2nd bathroom on that floor without building an entire separate one. So I'm estimating it will be at least $30K all-in, whenever it's done. Someday.
Posted by: traditionalmod at August 14, 2007 2:20 PM in response to Bathrooms.. typical costs?
Those cabinets are awesome. I love custom wood cabinets that are handpainted white or colors. I've had those before, in my old house. Thanks for posting the picture. And thanks everyone for the links; I needed original looking latches too, for the built-in cabinets in our DR.
Posted by: traditionalmod at August 14, 2007 2:26 PM in response to Hinges and Latches -- where to buy?
Few blocks from the park and close to the Ft Hamilton subway - Windsor Terrace - 1 bedroom - 650 - 800sq ft - renovated w/new appliances - garden access is going for $2000 - $2200. I just moved in to my place -a brownstone - 5 months ago - I pay $2000 and my apartment is beautiful (fairly new renovation). I saw some 1 bedroom horrors going for $1700 - $1900 in same area.
Posted by: guest at August 14, 2007 6:15 PM in response to Windsor Terrace Rental Prices
Does anyone have a reco on a reliable contractor/ laborer for a bathroom reno?
For basic 5 x 10 bath we need new tile, and floor and fixtures, will probably keep the tub. Also, might explore opening a wall to install a washer/ dryer as well. Alternately, if anyone can provide resources for identifying someone to do the work, i.e. a list somewhere, that would be ideal. Thanks.
Posted by: guest at August 14, 2007 11:38 PM in response to Bathrooms.. typical costs?
Hello...redoing a small bath in Manhattan...33sq. ft. bathroom...180sq. ft. of tiles. Can someone tell me the going rate for removing wall tiles and replacing with new tiles (floor to ceiling)???..then tile over existing floor tiles...very good condition! Just the labor $$$..I'll provide materials! Thanx!
Posted by: guest at August 19, 2007 3:26 PM in response to Bathrooms.. typical costs?
We were at 8k but picked up all the stuff on our own once we figured out what we needed. We only paid 5k for labor which is pretty low and although they did a good job rushed at the end and there are a few details that needed touching up.
Posted by: kensingtonbrooklyn at August 13, 2007 5:20 PM in response to Bathrooms.. typical costs?