991 Lorimer Street
Description
This spacious 20-foot-wide building features a huge backyard and three levels of living space plus a sun-splashed English basement, making it ideal for conversion to a majestic single-family townhome, an owner's duplex or triplex with additional rental units, or a spectacular investment property with...An unprecedented opportunity awaits in this beautiful three-family brick townhouse, delivering a classic Brownstone Brooklyn vibe on one of the best blocks where North Williamsburg and Greenpoint meet.
This spacious 20-foot-wide building features a huge backyard and three levels of living space plus a sun-splashed English basement, making it ideal for conversion to a majestic single-family townhome, an owner's duplex or triplex with additional rental units, or a spectacular investment property with 1780 square-feet of additional buildable air-rights in a super-prime location just inches from McCarren Park.
Inside each unit, you'll find inlaid hardwood floors, nice ceiling heights and oversized windows, creating a bright and airy ambiance. The top two floors boast two two-bedroom, one-bathroom units with large living/dining rooms, eat-in kitchens and bedrooms overlooking the rear garden. On the parlor floor, a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment includes a sunny eat-in kitchen and access to a huge full-height English basement. This open-plan garden level offers a private entrance and bright windows looking over the gated forecourt garden and a deep 1100-square-foot backyard that faces southwest for all-day sunlight. An expansive paver patio and tall trees make it the perfect destination for al fresco dining and entertaining, while a large shed provides excellent storage for gardening supplies.
A handsome brick façade, wrought-iron fencing and a classic stoop add wonderful curb appeal to this special Brooklyn building.
This outstanding location at the border of Greenpoint and Williamsburg is at the epicenter of Brooklyn's best amenities and attractions. Just over a block away, beloved McCarren Park offers a pool, track, tennis, a greenmarket and more, while revitalized waterfront parks deliver extraordinary outdoor space and recreation alongside iconic city views.
Explore fantastic shopping, dining and nightlife venues along Manhattan and Bedford Avenues and Franklin Street, or visit one of the chic local hotels, including the William Vale and Wythe Hotel. If live music is your passion, Warsaw, Brooklyn Bowl and the Williamsburg Hall of Music are all nearby. The G train is just 300 feet from your door, and the L train, excellent bus service, two ferry terminals and CitiBikes are within easy reach, providing easy access to the rest of the city and beyond.
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Listing Agents
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yuval@compass.comP: (646)-436-5625
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Amenities
- City Views
- Barbecue Area
- Private Entrance
- Hardwood Floors
- Oversized Windows
- Walk Up
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement
Property Details for 991 Lorimer Street
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 34 |
| Taxes | $596 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 13.0 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | House/Building |
| Year Built | 1899 |
| Lot Size | 2,000 SF / 20' x 100' |
| County | Kings County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2% |
Building
991 Lorimer St
Location
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Building Information for 991 Lorimer Street
Payment Calculator
$17,868 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$17,272
$596
$0
Property History for 991 Lorimer Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/01/2024 | Sold Manual | $3,150,000 |
| 03/01/2024 | $3,150,000 | |
| 12/11/2023 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 11/06/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,750,000 |
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Public Records for 991 Lorimer Street
Schools near 991 Lorimer Street
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. 34 Oliver H Perry PublicPK to 5 | ||
John Ericsson Middle School 126 Public6 to 8 | ||
A-Tech High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Williamsburg Preparatory 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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