Well situated ‘Fruit Streets,’ Brooklyn co-op with prewar charm
If Brooklyn Heights weren’t storied enough as one of the most desirable and well-connected parts of the borough, the subsection colloquially known as the Fruit Streets carries its own clout. “The tree-lined lanes dubbed Pineapple, Cranberry and Orange are known for their historic architecture, solitude and prime location near the promenade,” a 2016 Brownstoner article states. “Their titles used to better reflect their refined location, having been previously named for the neighborhood’s aristocratic families. But legend has it that area resident Lady Middagh took issue with this, finding the designations to be pompous — so she removed the street signs in the middle of the night and replaced them with fruit-themed ones.” Among the stately townhomes that began cropping up here in the early 19th century are several apartment blocks from the early 20th century, many of which were converted into co-ops during the 1950s. Among them is the six-story, Romanesque-revival 59 Pineapple St. residence, emerging mid-block among other historical red brick structures. The ground level is clad in masonry blocks and detailed column-like reliefs. Window casings and the roof line are adorned with more restrained ornamentation. The canopied entrance is flanked by original lanterns and cast-iron elements. Though erected in 1940, the 74-unit building retains many of the qualities of prewar construction, but not the generous spatial proportioning normally associated with the period. The residences here are slightly smaller but that’s reflected in competitive pricing. Many have been updated with newer finishes, fixtures and appliances. Some have even been combined.
“Because there isn’t a ton of space within the units, the main draw here is the especially well-furnished roof deck with sweeping northward views of the ever-changing Dumbo and Lower Manhattan skylines,” says Natalie Eisen, a broker with Corcoran. “The other is the flexible subletting policy. Residents can rent out their homes after three years of full-time occupancy. Location is another important factor when considering how close 59 Pineapple St. is to great dining options, parks and subway stations.”
Compact but well-outfitted homes with both historic and contemporary character
While studios with separate foyers and walk-in closets sell for around $400,000, one-bedrooms with slightly more space fetch $525,000. Combined two-bedrooms have sold for upwards of $1.3 million and tend to be through-building or feature multiple exposures. Sold in 2022 for $1.2 million, unit 1EF incorporates two semi-en-suite bedrooms with ample closet space, new wide plank hardwood flooring and a windowed galley kitchen with the potential of being refurbished. Tall 9-foot ceilings are accentuated by intricate crown and picture frame wall moldings. There are also built-in bookshelves. Glass panel French doors are the norm throughout the building but in the case of unit 2L — on the market with Eisen for $550,000 in winter 2025 — have been replaced with sturdy if ever period appropriate through-material alternatives. The “compact-for-a-prewar-co-op" residence features brand-new stainless steel Bosch appliances but also original finishes like subway tiles and a cast-iron bathtub. Other than the star-of-the-show roof deck, 59 Pineapple St. also has a well-maintained basement level laundry room, bike room and a live-in super. When it comes to pets, only cats are allowed.
From haunt-laden Henry Street to Brooklyn Heights Promenade’s prime views
Situated in the heart of the Fruit Streets area, and Brooklyn Heights for that matter, 59 Pineapple St. is in proximity to much of what the neighborhood has to offer. Right around the corner are Henry Street’s numerous restaurants and bars, which include top ranked Italian spot Noodle Pudding and Thai go-top Mint Heights. While Henry Street Ale House is a long-established neighborhood watering hole, Vineapple is an eclectic coffee shop and bar two doors down from the co-op. Other quaint haunts are concentrated along Montague Street, which resembles a commercial stretch you might find in resort villages like Aspen or Sag Harbor. Green space abounds on almost all four sides of Brooklyn Heights. In addition to the promenade that emerges behind old growth trees at the end of Pineapple Street, Brooklyn Bridge Park can be accessed from a pedestrian bridge at the end of adjacent Cranberry Street. This innovative adaptive reuse green space makes the most of converted industrial piers with undulating hillscapes, several sports fields, playgrounds and a landmarked carousel. The green space seamlessly connects into the slightly more bustling commercial areas of Dumbo and Atlantic Avenue on either end.
Clark Street subway station — served by express 2 and 3 lines — is one block south of the co-op. Both lines offer consistent service to the Financial District and much of Manhattan’s West Side. For residents that street park or have hard-to-get monthly rentals in nearby garages, there’s access to the Brooklyn Queens Expressway — running right below Brooklyn Heights — from the end of Atlantic Avenue.
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Low Crime
Crime Score®
3/ 10
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
88/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
97/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
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Parks in this Area
Fort Stirling Park
3 min walk
Trails
Cadman Plaza Park
5 min walk
Picnic Area
Trails
Events
Walt Whitman Park
5 min walk
Picnic Area
Trails
Squibb Park
6 min walk
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Pierrepont Playground
6 min walk
Playground
Korean War Veterans Plaza
6 min walk
Picnic Area
Trails
Hillside Dog Park
7 min walk
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Brooklyn Heights Promenade
7 min walk
Trails
Playground
Columbus Park
8 min walk
Picnic Area
Trails
Events
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