Delightful five-bedroom home located in Kensington next to the border with Ditmas Park, steps away from Cortelyou Road’s vibrant restaurants, bars and shopping.
Built in 1910, the three-story detached house features lovely original details: an oak staircase with decorative moldings, original wood frame moldings and a lovely mirrored mantel in the dining room. Its design creates a bright and inviting space with hardwood floors throughout. A large wrap around front porch takes in the afternoon sun
The first floor offers an open floor plan with a double living room featuring eight windows providing plenty of natural light, a dining room with an original decorative gas fireplace, and a kitchen with room for expansion.
The second floor features a large front bedroom with walk-in closet, a back bedroom suite with two rooms, a full bathroom and a large storage closet.
The third floor has 2 bedrooms, one of which the owner has used as a music studio, a full bathroom and plenty of closet space.
The finished basement has brand new flooring, a laundry room with farmhouse sink and bathroom, while hot water baseboard heating is featured throughout the property.
Sitting on an oversized lot, gardeners get ready! The wrap-around garden and park-size private yard features a lovely magnolia tree and a swingset. There are plenty of possibilities in this private oasis, while the private driveway with garage, can easily fit 4 cars.
A Must See!
Neighborhood: | kensington | ||
Address: | 527 E 8th St, Brooklyn NY | ||
Selling Price: | $1,785,000 | Date Closed: | October 17, 2022 |
Listing Price: | $1,699,000 | Lot Size: | 50 x 100 |
Year Built: | 1910 | Driveway: | yes |
Rooms: | 10 | Garage: | yes |
Bedrooms: | 5 | Taxes: | $7,476 |
Bathrooms: | 3 | Basement: | Finished basement |
House Size: | 20' x 34' |