Co-op of the Day: 201 Clinton Avenue, #15E
The Clinton Hill Co-ops are a familiar topic around here–not fancy but solid with nice layouts as views, as a rule. This high-floor two-bedroom is no exception. It looks to be in good shape though we’re having a hard time figuring out what the deal is with the floors. Wall to wall linoleum? We can’t…
The Clinton Hill Co-ops are a familiar topic around here–not fancy but solid with nice layouts as views, as a rule. This high-floor two-bedroom is no exception. It looks to be in good shape though we’re having a hard time figuring out what the deal is with the floors. Wall to wall linoleum? We can’t see a sliver of wood anywhere. The asking price of $449,000 is definitely in the right ballpark. There’s even another apartment next door being sold by the sponsor listed for $475,000.
201 Clinton Avenue, #15E [All Points RE] GMAP P*Shark
It looks pretty inviting to me, and I’ve never much cared for those co-ops. Dig the blue kitchen countertops.
5% flip tax
I also live in the Clinton Hill Coop complex on a high floor. I’ve seen this place. Although the owner did a good job redesign this one bedroom, it feels claustrophobic. Not sure how to explain it, it’s like being in a submarine. Also, the second bedroom is extra small, not sure a single bed can fit in it. The other bedroom was cut in half to accommodate a walk-in closet. Living/tv room is very small as well. Most one bedroom in this complex are going for 375K max. even when renovated. Plus this is a hike to the G train (forget the C).
Hi, I am one of the owners. I was pleasantly surprised to hear that we were posted on the site today. I would like to dispel the mystery of the blue floors. They are seamless plywood floors on top of a sound attenuation blanket. The seams were eliminated with marine grade epoxy to create permanent unbreakable joints. The color is Serendipity (Benjamin Moore). I used a water based epoxy system which allowed us to choose any color from any color wheel. The product is called AquaTile. You can find it only at Janovic’s pro shop in LIC. But you do not need to be a pro to buy it. If anybody wants to contact me to find out more on this process and other innovations we applied to this unique renovation, feel free to contact me at eric@auricprojects.com.
It was a pleasure reading all your posts 🙂
I have visited this unit several times, and have compared it to several other units in the same complex, over many months. This unit is priced less than ANY of the larger(+150 sq.ft. roughly)2 bedroom units I have ever seen on the market in these co-ops. It is, however, one of the higher asking prices for a one bedroom in the complex- but this is to be expected, as it is on the top floor, recently renovated, with great views. The renovation shows uncommon attention to craft and design detail of the sort only a (skilled) owner occupant will devote. The units of this size are described as one, 1.5, and sometimes 2 bedrooms, depending on how the space is used- this unit creates separate spaces, and the kitchen and bathroom (with a sauna) are extremely well done. There is no such thing as a layout that will suit every buyers needs, but this is a very well done interior, on the top floor, with views, in a neighborhood that is increasingly sought after.
The floors are really lovely. They feel soft and smooth to your feet and the color made me feel like I was in the sky. Of course, tastes vary and people can dislike anything That said, I want to second Nomi’s comments about the whimsical, clean and functional nature of the renovation.
The kitchen has slate flooring, but the blueness really feels like you are walking into a Miyazaki house in the sky.
Those floors are cool.
The owners can ask for whatever they like, but the apraisals simply have not hit that price point yet for these building. Call in redlining or real estate racism, these buildings have historically been undervalued. I own an a unit at 325 Clinton (same Coop, but different campus). Buildings 201 and 325 are both stand-alone buildings not forming a courtyard. 201 is closer to the petty crime and noise of Myrtle, E units are next to the stair or elevator, but the building enjoys a wide open lawn and wonderful views. They are going to have to find a buyer willing to put down a substantial downpayment and settle for a reduced sale price. For more information regarding the Clinton Hill Co-Ops please vist:
http://325clintonave12g.blogspot.com/
Well, no, actually the asking price is lower than the full two bedrooms in these buildings, AND it has higher quality workmanship and appliances than most other apts. It has a unique, clean friendly feel — quite a feat in a building that is rather ordinary at heart.