243 78th Street, Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Fairfax House · Bay Ridge Co-op Building Guide
Prewar co-op building in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn.
A Look Inside
Quick Facts: 243 78th Street, known as Fairfax House, is a prewar co-op building in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. The building has 60 apartments, with Live in superintendent; elevator (no doorman), plus card operated laundry room, storage room, secure lobby with intercom entry. Soldano Realty has sold 1 home at 243 78th Street and can help buyers and owners understand current value, availability, and building specific considerations.
Homes at Fairfax House by Soldano Realty
Soldano Realty has sold 1 home at Fairfax House: 2B ($360,000).
Sales History at Fairfax House
Between Sep 2023 and Sep 2025, six homes sold at 243 78th Street, ranging from $237,000 to $492,000, at an average sale price of $361,500 (median $380,000), or about $473 per square foot. Soldano Realty represented one of these sales.
| Unit | Sold | Price | Sq Ft | $/Sq Ft | Beds / Baths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Address Restricted | Sep 2025 | $410,000 | 850 | $482 | 1 / 1 |
2BSold By Soldano Realty | Jul 2025 | $360,000 | 800 | $450 | 1 / 1 |
| Address Restricted | Sep 2024 | $492,000 | 920 | $535 | 2 / 1 |
| Address Restricted | Aug 2024 | $270,000 | 600 | $450 | Studio / 1 |
| Address Restricted | May 2024 | $400,000 | 762 | $525 | 1 / 1 |
| Address Restricted | Sep 2023 | $237,000 | 600 | $395 | Studio / 1 |
Unit addresses for homes not represented by Soldano Realty are restricted in accordance with MLS/RLS display rules; Soldano Realty’s own closings are highlighted and shown by unit.
Sale and listing information on this page is based in part on data supplied by REBNY RLS and/or Brooklyn MLS/BNYMLS through authorized brokerage data sources, where available. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and may be incomplete, delayed, changed, withdrawn, or subject to reporting differences. Not all building sales may be included. This page is provided for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and is not an appraisal, legal opinion, tax opinion, or guarantee of market value. Buyers and sellers should independently verify all information with their broker, attorney, lender, managing agent, public records, and other appropriate professionals.
MLS/RLS-reported activity reflects broker-submitted listing data and may not include every private, sponsor, estate, family, or off-market transfer. Recorded transfer history should be verified through NYC public records.
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What's my apartment worth? or call 718-333-5233About 243 78th Street
243 78th Street, known as Fairfax House, is a prewar elevator co-op in the heart of Bay Ridge. A midsize building of 60 homes across six stories, it has real prewar character and is run as a well kept, professionally managed co-op. With an elevator and a full time live in superintendent and no doorman, Fairfax House offers prewar charm with the convenience of an elevator, at carrying costs that tend to run lower than a comparable full service doorman building.
The building is overseen day to day by a live in superintendent rather than a doorman, with a secure lobby and intercom entry. Residents have the use of an on site card operated laundry room and a storage room. Fairfax House does not have its own parking or garage, which is typical for a prewar co-op of this era in Bay Ridge, so residents rely on street parking and nearby paid options. Monthly maintenance covers heat, hot water, and real estate taxes. The building is pet friendly, with some size and breed restrictions.
The location puts the best of Bay Ridge close by. The shops, restaurants, and cafes of Third Avenue are a few blocks away, and the Shore Road promenade and the waterfront parks are nearby. The R train and the 95th Street station are a short distance away, the express bus to Manhattan runs nearby, and seasonal ferry service from Shore Road and 69th Street connects you to Manhattan and other parts of the city. Soldano Realty has represented a sale at 243 78th Street and knows the building firsthand, so we can speak directly to how homes here live and what they sell for.
Building Facts
| Building Name | Fairfax House |
|---|---|
| Address | 243 78th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11209 |
| Neighborhood | Bay Ridge |
| Property Type | Co-op |
| Building Era | Prewar |
| Stories | 6 |
| Total Apartments | 60 |
| Year Built | 1940 |
| Service | Live in superintendent; elevator (no doorman) |
| Maintenance Covers | Heat, hot water, and real estate taxes |
Building Policies
| Pets | Pet friendly, with some size and breed restrictions |
|---|---|
| Parking | No on site parking or garage; street parking |
| Amenities | card operated laundry room, storage room, secure lobby with intercom entry |
| Subletting | Permitted after two years of ownership (confirm with managing agent) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 243 78th Street a doorman building?
No. 243 78th Street, Fairfax House, is a prewar elevator co-op with a live in superintendent rather than a doorman. It is a well kept building with lower carrying costs than a comparable full service doorman co-op.
Is 243 78th Street prewar or postwar?
243 78th Street is a prewar co-op.
What does the maintenance cover at 243 78th Street?
Maintenance covers heat, hot water, and real estate taxes.
Is 243 78th Street pet friendly?
Yes. 243 78th Street is a pet friendly building, with some size and breed restrictions. That makes it a comfortable fit for buyers with a dog or a cat.
Is there parking at 243 78th Street?
No. 243 78th Street does not have its own parking or garage, which is typical for a prewar co-op of this era in Bay Ridge. Residents rely on street parking and nearby paid options.
What amenities does 243 78th Street have?
The building has a card operated laundry room, a storage room, and a secure lobby with intercom entry, with an elevator serving the homes and a live in superintendent on site.
How many apartments are in 243 78th Street?
243 78th Street has 60 apartments across six stories.
How is the location for commuting?
The R train and the 95th Street station are a short distance away, the express bus to Manhattan runs nearby, and seasonal ferry service runs from Shore Road and 69th Street. The shops and restaurants of Third Avenue and the Shore Road promenade are close by.
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