Important 1844 Greek Revival
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An historically important home on the last cobblestone block in Brooklyn Heights. One of 23 continuous brick facades, this four-story, single-family home enjoys sunlight all day long. Many of the original details have been preserved, with crown moldings, marble fireplaces, pocket doors, staircase and handrails intact. The cellar is dry, with brick arches, and good footings support the bearing wall. Located at the top of the hill that slopes down to the river, it will offer prime access to the soon-to-be-built Brooklyn Bridge Park. The house boasts an ideally convenient location with short walks to local schools, transportation and shopping, and an indoor parking garage only a block away.The parlor floor features a living room in the front salon, and kitchen and dinning in the rear. There is a half bath on the hall, and also access to a deck with stairs to the yard. The view from the rear of the house is of Grace Church, a Gothic Revival brownstone edifice built in 1847 after a design by Richard Upjohn. The third and fourth floors house six bedrooms and two bathrooms. The two main rooms are located front and rear, with smaller hall bedrooms in the front of both floors. The garden floor could be used for rental income. However, I have often seen this space used as a kitchen and family space with direct access to the yard — a great use of the space that would enhance your enjoyment of the home.Owned by the same family since 1962, the house has been well maintained and cared for. There is a new gas-fired furnace and separate gas-fired hot-water heater. The front façade is newly re-pointed, as is the rear wall. The certificate of occupancy allows for two-family use; however it has been used primarily as a one family. The current owners have moved — so a quick closing is possible if your needs require.Now offered at $2,990,000
