Majestic proportions and authentic details. Welcome to 5J at The Esquire. With impressive 18ft ceilings and massive windows facing West and North flanking the walls of the great room, this corner unit brings the Williamsburg waterfront & the Manhattan skyline to your doorstep. Complete with a Juliet balcony and sunset views over the East River and Domino Park, this loft is one of the most spectacular and unique spaces on the market. Exposed brick and cast concrete ceilings speak to the building’s industrial history, while pristine Brazilian hardwood cherry floors lend warmth and depth to the space. The large, newly renovated open kitchen leads into the great room, and is complete with brand new stainless steel Bosch appliances, Zimbabwe black granite countertops, and plenty of storage space. Tucked behind the open kitchen, one finds a giant pantry with a stacked washer/dryer. Bathed in western and northern light, this ~2,000 square foot duplex loft offers complete flexibility in terms of layout. Currently configured as a 1 bedroom, this loft can be transformed into a 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom home. With a full bathroom on each level, the upper level is a natural primary suite, with 2 closets. An easy extension to the second floor space
may be added for additional bedrooms. Dual-zone central air conditioning completes the offering. The Esquire Building, one of the only remaining original loft buildings in Williamsburg, is a former shoe polish factory that was converted to condos in 2002. Each loft space in the building is unique, offering owners low monthly carrying charges, a rooftop terrace, geothermal climate system, small gardening plots, a composting center, pet washing room, video intercom entry, and the convenience of a live-in superintendent. The building is located just a block from Domino Park and is just moments away from the best restaurants, bars, and shopping in Williamsburg. Listing courtesy of Compass
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A former artists’ enclave, Williamsburg is an ultra-trendy neighborhood in Brooklyn that draws the young and the fashionable from around the world.
Known for being the birthplace of NYC’s hipster movement and its close proximity to Manhattan, Williamsburg has become one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Brooklyn. The old factories from its industrial past have been converted into gorgeous lofts; luxury high-rises with stunning Manhattan views line the waterfront; and boutique condos are mixed among townhouses and old tenement buildings. While the neighborhood continues to evolve wit ... read more