Updated 13 years ago
Sold
4 Rooms1 Bed2 Baths961 Square FeetCondo
$962,500 $975,000
Common Charges$365
RE Taxes$97
Price Per SF
$1,002
This property was sold for $962,500 on 06/07/13.
Listing Features
- Architectural Dtls
- Exposed Brick
- Floor-Through
- Washer / Dryer
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Galley
Outdoor space and views
- Terrace
Building Amenities
- Voice Intercom
- Elevator
Property Description for 191 Luquer Street, 3-B
Step into the pages of a magazine! If you like contemporary design housed in history, this is the home for you. Rarely available, you will not want to miss this sleek and stunning one bedroom/two bathroom condo with a large home office or dining alcove, plus its own 300 sq. ft. private terrace. This 3rd floor apartment is nestled in the former convent of the local church on one of Carroll Gardens most charming blocks just steps to Prime Meats, Frankies and Buttermilk Channel. The spacious living room, with original tin ceilings and exposed brick, opens onto your own private terrace, perfect for gardening, entertaining and relaxing. Custom Fir kitchen cabinetry provides excellent storage and acts as a sculptural element along with rare Brazilian Ipe floors. The pristine kitchen also features a sleek white Plexiglas backsplash, Wolf Range, Bosch dishwasher, JennAir Fridge and spacious under-mounted stainless sink. The master bathroom beckons with its large soaking tub, Carrara marble surround and Hansgrohe fixtures, while the second bath includes a separate tiled shower. Central AC, your own laundry, high ceilings, and recessed lighting complete the picture. The contrast of high design with the comforts of homey brownstone living make this an ideal place to call your own, and dont miss the tax abatement for low monthly expenses. Just steps from amazing restaurants and shops on Court and Smith streets, as well as steps to the F train.
Listing History for 191 Luquer Street, 3-B
Now
06/28/2013
$962,500 [-$12,500] [1.3%]
Price Drop by James Cornell
Corcoran
06/11/2013
$962,500
Sold and Closed by James Cornell
Corcoran
Building Details for 191 Luquer Street
OwnershipCondo
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built2005
Transit and Citi Bike
Subway
Smith-9 Sts
0.26 miles
Carroll St
0.27 miles
Citi Bike
Court St & Huntington St
0.1 miles
Clinton St & 4 Place
0.15 miles
Carroll Gardens | Brooklyn
Quick Profile
Filled with charming churches, whose ringing bells punctuate the days, together with quirky boutiques, trendy bars, Italian bakeries, and restaurants featuring a wide variety of cuisines, with an emphasis on traditional Italian cuisine, Carroll Gardens maintains a sense of Old World charm. While most of the restaurants are small and family-owned, there are Michelin-rated restaurants for those special date nights. Abundant coffee shops and bakeries ensure you are never far from a tasty pastry and your next cup of joe.
Unlike many neighborhoods, Carroll Gardens has an impressive array of grocery stores, including the popular Court Street Grocers. While Carroll Park is the main green space, located in the heart of the neighborhood, there are other parks, such as the Brooklyn Bridge Park, Cadman Plaza Park, and Van Voorhees Playground, all within easy walking distance.
Court and Smith Streets are the main commercial areas, packed with bakeries, intimate bars, unique boutiques, and small mom-and-pop Italian cafes, many with sidewalk or patio seating. Court Street has most of the older businesses that have operated for generations in the same location. Smith Street has more trendy establishments.
If you are looking for a neighborhood that is quieter and less congested, Carroll Gardens might be a perfect fit. It is a great place to raise a family, with good schools and safe streets. It is the type of place where you will know the names of your neighbors and the owners of the shops and restaurants you frequent. It is a great walkable neighborhood for retirees, and an easy commute into the city for young professionals. The streets are shady and tree-lined, and many feature brownstones and townhouses that sport sizeable front gardens, adding to the natural charm of the neighborhood.
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OLR ID: 1163511
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