House: 169 Congress Street

169 Congress Street is a stunning 25’-wide turnkey brownstone set directly across from Cobble Hill Park. The property has undergone an extensive renovation and restoration that was completed less than two years ago. The home features a two-story 14 × 28-foot extension that houses a massive parlor floor kitchen with two exposures and a garden floor bedroom/additional living space.

Spanning over 7,200 square feet, 169 Congress Street features seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, two powder rooms, multiple private outdoor spaces, and a flexible fifth-story recreation space. The parlor floor has 13-foot high ceilings, full-height park-facing windows, restored plaster moldings, and beautiful original fireplace mantels. A formal dining room is adjacent to the living room behind an enormous arched entryway. The bright chef’s kitchen is outfitted with custom built cabinetry and luxury appliances including a 6-burner Viking range, a SubZero refrigerator, two sinks, and stainless steel counters. A terrace outside the kitchen is perfect for grilling, outdoor dining, and entertaining.

Located on the third floor is the primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and a luxurious bathroom. Off the primary suite is an enormous deck that offers unobstructed views of the gardens to the east and west. A spacious library and sitting room with a wood-burning fireplace sit near the front of the third floor. There is also a flexible home office or nursery on this floor.

Two large bedrooms and another home office with built-in shelving are located on the fourth floor. The fifth floor, a former artist’s studio, has a multitude of flexible uses and features brand-new skylights that fill the space with natural light throughout the day. Another large bedroom and windowed bathroom are on this floor.

The garden level has two bedrooms, one and a half baths, and an open layout kitchen and dining room. This level can be used as additional living or work space or a guest suite for family & friends. The cellar is home to all mechanicals and storage.

Only minutes from Brooklyn’s finest restaurants, shops, and cafes, 169 Congress Street blends location, convenience, and luxury like few other townhouses. Public transit is easily accessible and schools, parks, and playgrounds can be found in every direction. And Manhattan is a quick car or subway ride away. Indeed, 169 Congress Street is truly an unparalleled combination of contemporary design and elegant craftsmanship.

Building Description Provided by Tori Landon