1240 Prospect Place
Description
Welcome to this exquisite two-family residence, meticulously renovated to perfection, located right across from the St. Johns Recreations Center in the vibrant neighborhood of Crown Heights, Brooklyn. This beautiful property offers a rare opportunity, featuring an extensive lot spanning an impressive 127.75 feet long and a thoughtfully designed kitchen, perfect for cooking enthusiasts.
This home boasts the advantage of being a legal two-family...Charming Two-Family Home in the Heart of Crown Heights
Welcome to this exquisite two-family residence, meticulously renovated to perfection, located right across from the St. Johns Recreations Center in the vibrant neighborhood of Crown Heights, Brooklyn. This beautiful property offers a rare opportunity, featuring an extensive lot spanning an impressive 127.75 feet long and a thoughtfully designed kitchen, perfect for cooking enthusiasts.
This home boasts the advantage of being a legal two-family residence, providing flexibility and potential for various living arrangements. Whether you’re looking for a multi-generational setup or an investment opportunity, the options are vast. Currently, the property is being used as a single-family home, showcasing the versatility and adaptability of the space to fit your unique needs.
Indulge your culinary passions in the fully-equipped kitchen, showcasing high-end appliances, including a six-burner GE Café gas range for the ultimate cooking experience. The kitchen is complemented by a handmade wall-mounted knife rack, ensuring both functionality and style. Custom-designed cabinet fronts add a touch of elegance and provide ample storage space for all your kitchen essentials. As the visionary behind the renowned Museum of Food and Drink in NYC, the kitchen design has been thoughtfully curated with attention to detail and the spirit of culinary artistry.
Enjoy the luxury of an extensive lot, stretching an impressive 127.75 feet long, offering abundant space for outdoor activities, gardening, and relaxation. Create your own urban oasis and revel in the beauty of your private sanctuary in the heart of Brooklyn.
Throughout the renovation process, great care was taken to preserve the character and charm of the house. The result is a perfect blend of vintage elegance and modern amenities, allowing you to experience the best of both worlds.
Situated just across from the St. Johns Recreations Center, you’ll have easy access to recreational facilities and green spaces for outdoor leisure. Crown Heights offers a diverse range of trendy restaurants, coffee shops, boutique stores, and cultural attractions, contributing to the dynamic lifestyle that Brooklyn is renowned for. Convenient access to public transportation makes commuting to Manhattan and other parts of Brooklyn a breeze.
Listing Agents
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Amenities
- Barbecue Area
- Exposed Brick
- Crown Mouldings
- Decorative Mouldings
- Built-Ins
- Columns
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
Property Details for 1240 Prospect Place
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 111 |
| Taxes | $266 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | - |
| Total Rooms | 8.0 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | House/Building |
| Year Built | 1910 |
| Lot Size | 2,129 SF / 17' x 128' |
| County | Kings County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
1240 Prospect Pl
Location
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Building Information for 1240 Prospect Place
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$5,817 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
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1Property History for 1240 Prospect Place
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 01/24/2024 | Sold Manual | $1,139,000 |
| 01/23/2024 | $1,139,000 +10.7% / yr | |
| 11/13/2023 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 10/02/2023 | Price Change Manual | $1,199,000 |
| 09/06/2023 | Price Change Manual | $1,255,000 |
| 07/24/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,299,000 |
| 11/23/2020 | $825,000 | |
| 11/20/2020 | $825,000 | |
| 08/28/2020 | — | |
| 05/29/2020 | $875,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1240 Prospect Place
Schools near 1240 Prospect Place
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 243 the Weeksville School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Brooklyn Green School (The) Public6 to 8 | ||
Boys and Girls High School Public9 to 12 | ||
NELSON MANDELA HIGH SCHOOL Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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