127 Willoughby, a 2-unit boutique co op makes a wonderful town home alternative. 1/2 a house is hard to come by & this unit will not disappoint, with its elegantly restored historical details & modern amenities including central air conditioning throughout. The exquisite, sun-filled parlor level features a living & dining area with original moldings, pocket doors, & wood-burning fireplace. The renovated cooks kitchen showcases red lacquer cabinetry, top of the line stainless appliances, farm sink and sumptuous Carrara marble counter tops & back splash. With a full-size, custom deck off the kitchen, the parlor offers a graceful space for living & entertaining. On the lower level you will find two large bedrooms, a library plus a home office/nursery, custom-fitted with walnut floors, beautiful millwork, pocket doors, built in bookshelves, hidden desks & abundant storage, including a walk-in closet off the master bedroom. The ensuite master bath marries old & new, with custom beadboard panels, Carrara marble tile, pedestal sinks, & a shower of stunning blue Bizsazza glass tile. The second full bath features charming penny round tile & a Phillipe Starck bathtub. The master suite looks out onto a serene landscaped garden, designed by John Beitel, with hydrangeas, bay magnolia trees, espalliered pears, gazebo & Koi pond. Last but not least, this unit includes the ENTIRE basement with laundry & storage galore. Steps to Dekalb, Myrtle, G & C train.
Quick Profile
Tucked behind the Brooklyn Navy Yard in central Brooklyn is the quiet residential neighborhood of Clinton Hill. Once a strictly working-class neighborhood, Clinton Hill has become known for its elegant brownstones and stately mansions that were built as Manhattanites crossed the East River in the 1920s in search of the supposed health benefits that came from living “on the hill,” which has an elevation of 95 feet. Now you will also find newer luxury apartment and condo buildings interspersed throughout the neighborhood.
The Pratt Institute and St. Joseph College give the area a certain energy that comes from having a college in your town, while it’s leafy streets, some with their original cobblestones, and slower pace attract young families. Millennials and professionals are flocking to Clinton Hill in search of a reasonably priced neighborhood that offers both nightlife and an easy commute to Manhattan. Clinton Hill is a beautiful neighborhood with a suburban feel and firm roots in its past that also offers plenty of urban amenities.
New businesses are showing up in Clinton Hill on a regular basis, adding to the current proliferation of coffee shops, restaurants, and bars. As the population changes, new entertainment and nightlife venues are migrating to the area to meet the demand. Barclays Center is within easy walking distance, offering exciting sporting events and concerts.