A sleek new addition to the Gowanus-Park Slope border, 655 Union Street is nearing completion and set to welcome residents in early 2025, just steps from the Union Street subway station.
Brian Ezra, principal and co-founder of Avery Hall, a Brooklyn-based real estate development company, told Brooklyn Paper that he was excited about completing the high-end mixed-use building, which broke ground in 2023.
The team purchased the half-acre parcel, once home to a gas station, in partnership with Gindi Capital in 2019. Ezra shared that the team had long eyed the site for its strategic and attractive development potential for residential space.
“We have recently launched our residential leasing, and residents should be able to move in in January,” Ezra said.
The 13-story building includes 193 one- and two-bedroom units, 50 of which are rent-stabilized and income-restricted, as well as approximately 14,000 square feet of ground-floor commercial space. Market-rate one-bedroom apartments start at $4,450 and go up to $5,100. Two-bedroom apartments start at around $7,000 a month and can reach the mid-$8,000 range, depending on size and layout.
Oversized windows allow for abundant natural light and stunning views of Brownstone Brooklyn, New York City Harbor, or the Manhattan skyline, depending on the apartment’s location. The kitchens feature marble countertops and custom wood cabinets that conceal state-of-the-art integrated appliances, and all units come with washers and dryers.
The building also offers a range of amenities, including 24-hour doorman and concierge service, a package room, and bicycle parking.
The Wellness Studio provides space for yoga, reformer pilates, and barre workouts, while the Sunset Garden offers a tranquil respite from the city’s hustle and bustle. Fitness enthusiasts can stay in shape in the gym, which is equipped with weights and cardio equipment, while yoga practitioners can find their zen in the adjacent yoga room. The dog-friendly building also includes an on-site dog spa with two pet showers and a grooming station.
Residents can use the “one-touch service,” an online portal to communicate with management, reserve space for special events, pay rent, find dog walkers, cleaning services, and more.
For residents who work from home, “The Study” offers a communal workspace with a modular couch, ample desk space, and four private Zoom booths overlooking the borough, providing natural front lighting for video calls. The connected outdoor patio offers additional seating and seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Club Union, located on the top floor, offers 360-degree panoramic views in a landscaped setting. During the summer months, residents can enjoy the 25-yard lap pool, canopy beds, lounge chairs, barbecue stations, an alfresco dining lounge, and an outdoor shower.
The private dining room and media room are perfect for gatherings with friends and neighbors. 655 Union will also offer a diverse range of programming, from workout classes and meditation sessions to DJ performances, game nights, and happy hours.
Ezra told Brooklyn Paper that their goal was to create an environment where people could connect with their neighbors and build a community.
“When you have these kinds of compelling spaces that many people in the building can gather at, it makes it feel like a more personal experience living in your building. It feels less anonymous, and people really appreciate having that connectivity to their neighbors,” Ezra explained.
The affordable housing lottery for 655 Union is open until Dec. 23. To apply, visit the New York City’s Housing Connect website. For more information on the building and availability, visit 655union.com.
