House Hunt

Are you on the hunt for a new home? Look no further! We've done the legwork for you and found some of the best properties in the neighborhood that will be shown at open houses this weekend. This week, we're featuring a few very attractive condominiums. Check it out!

1. This beautiful two-bedroom condo located at 71 Hancock #3 is part of a lovely new boutique conversion of a fully restored brownstone. All four units have amazing original detail throughout including high ceilings, oversized new windows, pocket shutters, beautiful woodwork, hardwood floors with walnut inlay, exposed brick and original fireplace mantels. The kitchens feature granite counters, high-end stainless steel energy-star appliances including a dishwasher, and great counter and storage space. Each unit has a front-load washer/dryer in the unit and its own balcony. The bedrooms are generously proportioned and offer direct access to the balcony. Closet space and built-ins are abundant within each unit--absolutely no space was wasted. The bathrooms are whimsically designed with claw-foot tubs and exposed brick. Each unit is wired for cable and Internet and the building shares roof rights. Two blocks from the YMCA, around the corner from the restaurants and shops of Bedford, three short blocks to the C train and Franklin Avenue shuttle, and four blocks to the A train at Nostrand, the location offers access to great amenities and easy transportation to the rest of the city. Pet friendly. $467,000. Open house is Saturday, October 10, 2:00pm – 3:30pm.

2. Fourth-floor loft for sale at the Chocolate Factory in Bedford-Stuyvesant, located at 689 Myrtle Avenue, between Bedford and Nostrand. This condo loft with 13-foot ceilings has one of Brooklyn's ONLY green "roof decks" with actual crickets in the soil surrounded plants! A glass enclosed roof deck, a new “green” roof deck, with Manhattan and Brooklyn views that can be reserved for events, a jacuzzi, central air conditioning and heat, a washer and dryer, stainless steel appliances, oversized windows, hard wood floors, granite countertops, and storage galore make this loft a value not to be missed. This Loft is for Sale at The Chocolate Factory. The G train to Myrtle-Willoughby is 2 and a half blocks away and buses surround the building to get you to the A, C, F, Q, N, R, 2, 3, 4, 5, J, M, Z within 10 minutes. Fresh Direct, many organic/health food stores, and restaurants deliver to the building along with many other conveniences. Your apartment is within walking distance of the YMCA, Fort Greene Park, the post office, grocery stores, Duane Reade, Home Depot, fresh fruit stands, restaurants, and parking garages. A new grocery store is right across the street! The "Chocolate Factory" is the name of this spectacular new conversion condo building finished in 2003. $349,000. Open house is Sunday, September 11, 12:00pm – 1:00pm.

3. A fantastic three-family four-story brick townhouse located at . Sun-drenched and spacious. Well Maintained and Recently renovated. Many original details (pocket doors and crown molding). Hardwood floors. New stairway. New windows. 2 skylights. A gorgeous new fire hatch. New roof. New boiler. 3 new hot water tanks. All new electrical. Gigantic backyard. Washer/dryer in the basement. This property is currently being used as a 4 family building, but can easily be reconfigured to create your Dream Home. Very close to Nostrand A & C trains and G train. Great location. Conveniently located around… the corner from the YMCA. New restaurants and cafes opening every month. $769,000. Open house is Sunday, September 11, 12:00pm – 1:00pm.

4. Lineage, located at 317 Greene Avenue, is a fresh face on a beautiful brownstone block. Blending in with the stature of Greene Avenue's classic homes, yet standing out as a vibrant new development, Lineage is a perfect hybrid of two distinct lifestyles. Large windows and French balconies mark the facade of these six individual buildings, infusing each home with ambient light. This top floor legal 1-bed duplex with home office and 4 outdoor spaces is easily convertible to a 2.5 bedroom. Lineage meets the unique and sophisticated needs of any Brooklynite. Each exquisite space is configured with top-notch features: three inch wide Oak floors, Kashmir white granite kitchen countertops, energy efficient stainless steel appliances, elegant Italian floor tiles in the bathroom. and much more! Surrounded by lush community gardens and situated on a lovely tree-lined street, nature lovers will feel right at home. But so will action seekers! Transportation is easily accessible, downtown Brooklyn is a mere 10 minutes away, and the neighborhood is loaded with hot spots galore. $559,000. Open house is Sunday, September 11, 2:30pm – 3:30pm.

5. Finally, an affordable 4-story, 2-family brick townhouse at 456 Lafayette Avenue, in lovely and Historic Bedford-Stuyvesant nestled amongst other turn of the century homes on Lafayette Avenue. This townhouse features architectural details that date back to the homes original construction in 1899. Details that include (4) marble mantels, wainscoting, pocket doors, double entry parlor doors, and oversized windows. The garden triplex is configured with the kitchen on the lower level with access to the backyard which makes it great for entertaining and in need of cosmetic renovations. There is an informal living room/bedroom, and a full bath on this level. On the parlor level there is a living room, bedroom and recently renovated bath fit for spa treatment! The second floor features 2 more bedrooms, renovated bath and ample closet space. The top floor rental is in pristine condition! There are plenty of quaint eateries, shops and restaurants nearby. Down the street you will find great eats and treats at Choice Bakery, Dough Bistro Lafayette Restaurant and Nero Doro Cafe. Nearby to are Fort Greene Park, BAM Cultural Center, Fort Greene Farmers Market, Atlantic Shopping Center and so much more! Come experience all that Brooklyn has to offer. $799,000. Open house is Sunday, September 11, 1:15pm – 2:15pm.