Building: 328 Central Avenue

As the gothic majesty of St. Barbara’s Church stands boldly across the street, you’ll find yourself enveloped in simple, sleek modernism at 328 Central Avenue in Bushwick. The building’s contemporary brick and stucco façade is a handsome addition to this sought-after neighborhood. With just four stories and two apartments per floor (rear ground and second floor residences enjoy private gardens), 328 Central is the right location for those who want big city excitement with a close-knit vibe.

All of the apartments are laced with clean, bleached white oak flooring that flows organically throughout the open living room. Waves of natural light splash through the oversized windows with Brooklyn’s iconic energy pouring in alongside. Thoughtfully designed kitchens with the right designer touches add to the high-end appeal: Calcutta Grey quartz counters with large format gloss concrete tile backsplashes, custom-made textured silvery grey wood cabinets with Spanish-imported doors, and a full range of chef’s appliances from Bosch, Fisher & Paykel, and Summit. Each of 328 Central’s spa-worthy bathrooms boast Pocelanosa showers and deep Maax soaker tubs for end-of-week unwinding or beginning-of-day rejuvenation. White-on-white porcelain tiles serve as perfect canvases for every bathroom’s bronze-tinted tiles and wooden vanities.

Ideally located for loyal Brooklynites, 328 Central is surrounded by local gems and social stomping grounds. Get your morning fix at IC Brooklyn Café, grab a drink at The Wheelhouse, rock out at Bushwick Public House, and dress up for date night at Maite, all of which are within walking distance. When you’re ready to see what lies beyond the neighborhood, the Knickerbocker M train station will get you to Manhattan in seven stops.