EARLY 20TH CENTURY ARCHITECTURAL GEM IN THE HEART OF CROWN HEIGHTS.
A rare opportunity awaits in this beautifully preserved Renaissance Revival townhome moments from Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Perfect for those who appreciate historic architecture, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom property features exquisite period details, sun-splashed rooms, and a spacious backyard. Everything from targeted enhancements to a contemporary whole-home renovation is possible depending on owner preferences and lifestyle needs.
A GRAND THREE-STORY HOME SUFFUSED WITH VINTAGE CHARM.
Residents are welcomed by a deep, gated front yard with lush gardening plots. The striking Renaissance Revival facade boasts a full-height rounded bay and a modillioned cornice. Period details run throughout, including hardwood floors with border inlays, lovely built-ins, and stained-glass accents.
Entertain in style on the Parlor Floor, where pocket doors reveal an expansive living room with a bay window and high ceilings. Beyond, a library is anchored by built-in bookshelves and an incredible wood-burning fireplace, setting the scene for memorable gatherings.
The formal dining room has beamed
ceilings, wainscoting, and easy access to a windowed kitchen with stone countertops, tiled floors, ample cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a pass-through breakfast bar convenient for casual meals and laying out spreads. The kitchen leads out to a large backyard with vibrant tulips, while the dining room connects to a sun-drenched sitting area that can easily be used as an art studio, reading room, and more.
On the Second Floor are three spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. The primary bedroom enjoys a massive closet, charming bay window seats, and an en-suite bathroom, while the other two bedrooms receive gorgeous light. Completing the home is an unfinished basement offering endless potential as a home gym, media room, or income-producing rental. It includes a side-by-side washer/dryer and an in-process windowed full bathroom awaiting final touches.
TIMELESS CROWN HEIGHTS LIVING.
1198 Union Street sits on a tranquil tree-lined stretch surrounded by restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops. Residents are a few blocks from Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Children’s Museum, Prospect Park Zoo, and Prospect Heights. The 2/3/5 subway lines are just around the corner, offering a simple commute to Manhattan, Downtown Brooklyn, and Brooklyn Heights. Listing courtesy of REAVIS PARTNERS LLC - Residential - Brokerage
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It’s a genuine Brooklyn neighborhood full of heritage, history and pride. People from all walks of life call it home and coexist. The Brooklyn Children’s Museum, the Jewish Children’s Museum and the Weeksville Heritage Center all call Crown Heights home. With four historic districts, the neighborhood is notable for its tree-lined streets and rowhouses. P ... read more