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19th Century Carroll Gardens Townhome Has 2 Gardens, Private Balcony

Take a look at one of the most exquisite homes on the market right now in Carroll Gardens.

CARROLL GARDENS, BROOKLYN -- A 19th century townhome is up for sale in Carroll Gardens, featuring two outdoor gardens, a spiral staircase and a private roof deck.

Take a look at more photos of the stunning home here, and see the full listing, courtesy of realtor.com, here:

  • Address: 46 1st Pl Apt House, Brooklyn, New York
  • Price: $5,500,000
  • Square Feet: 5800
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 5 Baths
  • Built: 1899
  • Features: Situated on a charming tree-lined lane and insulated from the street by alarge front garden, 46 1st Place is one of a handful of the famed 19th centurytownhomes from which the neighborhood draws its name. And while it isconcealed beneath a clean, unassuming facade stretching 24 ft. wide and fourstories high, this remarkable 6-bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home blends a startlingcollection of architectural detail with a layout ripe with possibility. Thishouse is in great condition and ready for move in or for customization.Features of this approximately 5,800 sq. ft. home include spacious frontgardens and a large south facing back garden, a patio, two large decks, anelegant spiral staircase, four fireplaces, four kitchens, and a series ofexquisite touches including stained glass windows and ornate crown molding. Alegal 4-family townhouse, the home is currently broken up as an owner#39;s duplexand a pair of income-producing rental units. Therefore, in addition to arestoration of the owner#39;s duplex that keeps the rental units intact, there isthe potential to convert the garden floor into an additional rental unit or totransform the entire space into a palatial single-family home.The owner#39;s duplex, which occupies the garden and parlor levels of the home,boasts an open living and dining space adorned by a pair of majesticCorinthian columns, a fireplace, intricate molding, and gorgeous hardwoodfloors. The duplex also has a renovated eat-in kitchen, a series of largerooms on the garden level, and direct access to both the rear garden and thepatio. Each of the rental units, which occupy the upper levels of the home,possess light-filled living rooms and kitchens, formal dining areas, afireplace, a full bathroom, and a pair of bedrooms. The 2nd floor unit has anadditional fireplace as well as access to a massive deck that overlooks therear garden.46 1st Place sits on a 24 ft. x 100 ft. lot in one of Brooklyn#39;s most sought-after neighborhoods, Carroll Gardens. The neighborhood is known for itspicturesque tree-lined streets and friendly community vibe. The home is closeto a number of restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores, and is a short walk tothe F and G subway lines. This is an opportunity that should not be missed.

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