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House: 1247 Union Street

1247 Union Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11225

  • 2 units
  • 3 stories
  • Built in 1899
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1247 Union Street offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a professionally renovated 30’-wide townhouse on one of the most desirable tree-lined streets in Crown Heights. This spectacular home is approximately 4,000 square feet and sits just a few blocks from Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanical Garden.

1247 Union Street offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a professionally renovated 30’-wide townhouse on one of the most desirable tree-lined streets in Crown Heights. This spectacular home is approximately 4,000 square feet and sits just a few blocks from Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanical Garden.

Currently configured as an enormous, 4-bedroom home on the upper floors and an income-producing two-bedroom garden apartment. The rental unit is separately metered with a projected monthly income of approximately $3,500.

Behind the beautiful white brick facade and private forecourt is a stoop entry featuring custom iron entry doors leading to an expansive parlor. This level is outfitted with herringbone oak floors, custom cut moldings, Pella windows & sliding door systems, and a powder room. 30’ of width and a south-facing front exposure flood the home with natural light. The luxurious, eat-in kitchen features Bertazzoni appliances and high-end finishes such as custom kitchen cabinets, a walk-in pantry, a coffee bar with honed granite countertops, and matte black hardware by Baldwin & Emtek. A charming terrace is also located on this level, completing the perfect entertainment and living floor.

The floor above features the primary bedroom in the rear, with a spacious walk-in closet, and the primary bathroom with Italian white Carrara marble tile. Three secondary bedrooms sit in the front with a shared hallway bathroom. Natural sunlight floods each room and gracious ceiling heights evoke luxury and grandeur in every bedroom. A laundry closet with a washer and dryer is also conveniently located on this floor.

The top floor features a finished roof deck with an indoor bar with honed granite countertops, a beverage fridge, and a full bathroom. Plumbing fixtures throughout the home are Kohler, Delta, and Toto.

Below, the garden floor offers additional income, a gracious two-bedroom guest suite, or the potential to easily combine with the rest of the home. Luxe features here include a washer and dryer, dishwasher, custom kitchen with island, and excellent closet space. The entire property is also outfitted with brand new central HVAC, smart home integration, security camera wiring, nest thermostats & doorbell camera.

1247 Union Street is only steps from Prospect Park, historic Grand Army Plaza, and the Nostrand and Franklin Avenue subway stations, offering convenient access to all of Brooklyn and Manhattan. Additionally, the boutique shops, cafes, and restaurants of Nostrand Ave & Franklin Ave are only steps away. This unicorn of a home offers unparalleled luxury and convenience in prime Crown Heights.


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Transportation

  • 3 at Nostrand Av

    under 500 feet

  • 2 5 at President St

    under 500 feet

  • S 2 3 4 5 at Franklin Av

    0.36 miles

  • 2 5 at Sterling St

    0.41 miles

  • S 2 3 4 5 at Botanic Garden

    0.42 miles

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Schools

District 17 - Schools zoned for this address:
P.S. 161 the Crown

(PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE)

the School of Integrated Learning

(06,07,08,SE)

Disclaimer: School attendance zone boundaries are not guaranteed to be accurate – they are provided by a third party and subject to change. Check with the applicable school district prior to making a decision based on these boundaries.

Colleges

  • Medgar Evers College (CUNY)

    0.38 miles

  • SUNY Downstate Medical Center

    1.0 miles

  • Pratt Institute

    1.65 miles

  • St. Joseph's College

    1.71 miles

Parks

  • Eern Parkway Coalition

    0.43 miles

  • Brower Park

    0.45 miles

  • Grant Gore

    0.51 miles

  • Lincoln Rd Block Association

    0.55 miles

  • Dr. Ronald McNair Park

    0.57 miles

Museums

  • The Jewish Children's Museum

    0.49 miles

  • Brooklyn Children's Museum

    0.53 miles

  • Brooklyn Museum

    0.66 miles

  • Lefferts Historic House

    0.74 miles

  • Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Arts (MoCADA)

    1.65 miles


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