Updated 6 years ago
Off Market
181 Richards Street
Red Hook, Brooklyn | Wolcott Street & Dikeman Street
4 Beds2.5 Baths3,018 Square FeetSingle Family
$2,950,000
floors / apts3 / 1
Lot Size24'x100'
Built Size24'x40'
ZoneR5
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$20,953
Price Per SF
$977
Outdoor space and views
- Statue of Liberty
Building Amenities
- Elevator
- Laundry Room
- Roof Deck
Property Description for 181 Richards Street
Industrial chic meets contemporary elegance in this stunning 3-story Red Hook townhouse, seen in numerous publications such as Dwell and New York Living: Reinventing Home by Rizzoli for its incredible style and beauty. Instantly captivating with its rubbed aluminum exterior, the 4 bedroom 2.5 bath residence boasts over 3,000 sq ft of impeccably-designed luxury living space, complemented by an astounding 1,700 sq ft of private outdoors conceived by Ben Bischoff of MADE Build/Design.
With its positioning 6' above ground, 181 Richards presents a rare opportunity in Brooklyn, with plenty of space beneath the first floor to store bicycles, sports equipment, and a car. The front of the house offers a curb cut and prized parking for 2 additional vehicles.
Inside, brilliant natural light pours into the expansive interior through generous oversized windows, 2 skylights, and glass doors leading out to the spacious deck and huge lush rear garden below. So many striking elements catch your eye in this very unique home, from the extensive use of beautiful poplar wood to the sleek polished radiant heated concrete floors, to the show-stopping light and airy open staircase that incorporates a triple-story bookcase into its artful design.
The first level is built for entertaining, featuring a large living room with a modern shaker wood-burning fireplace and wall of custom built-ins. The stylish chef's kitchen with a long island and bar seating and open dining room are brightened by floor-to-ceiling glass doors spilling out to the peaceful deck. Also for your convenience is a lovely powder room and enormous pantry.
The sunny second floor houses a comfortable family room, 2 bedrooms with big walk-in closets, a full bath, and a laundry room. Level three is reserved for the master suite with a deluxe custom-finished spa bath and adjoining private gym or office area.
On the top level sits a tranquil office/study, and fabulous roof deck where you can host cocktail parties while enjoying the views stretching from Downtown Manhattan to the Statue of Liberty, to the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge.
With the waterfront just 3 blocks away, life here is truly exceptional. This prime Red Hook location affords a quiet, community feel, yet is minutes to nearby shops and restaurants, Fairway Market, and the NYC ferry to Wall Street, just a 15-minute ride.
With its positioning 6' above ground, 181 Richards presents a rare opportunity in Brooklyn, with plenty of space beneath the first floor to store bicycles, sports equipment, and a car. The front of the house offers a curb cut and prized parking for 2 additional vehicles.
Inside, brilliant natural light pours into the expansive interior through generous oversized windows, 2 skylights, and glass doors leading out to the spacious deck and huge lush rear garden below. So many striking elements catch your eye in this very unique home, from the extensive use of beautiful poplar wood to the sleek polished radiant heated concrete floors, to the show-stopping light and airy open staircase that incorporates a triple-story bookcase into its artful design.
The first level is built for entertaining, featuring a large living room with a modern shaker wood-burning fireplace and wall of custom built-ins. The stylish chef's kitchen with a long island and bar seating and open dining room are brightened by floor-to-ceiling glass doors spilling out to the peaceful deck. Also for your convenience is a lovely powder room and enormous pantry.
The sunny second floor houses a comfortable family room, 2 bedrooms with big walk-in closets, a full bath, and a laundry room. Level three is reserved for the master suite with a deluxe custom-finished spa bath and adjoining private gym or office area.
On the top level sits a tranquil office/study, and fabulous roof deck where you can host cocktail parties while enjoying the views stretching from Downtown Manhattan to the Statue of Liberty, to the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge.
With the waterfront just 3 blocks away, life here is truly exceptional. This prime Red Hook location affords a quiet, community feel, yet is minutes to nearby shops and restaurants, Fairway Market, and the NYC ferry to Wall Street, just a 15-minute ride.
Building Details for 181 Richards Street
OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeTownhouse
AgePost-War
Year Built2013
Floors/Apts3/1
Transit and Citi Bike
Citi Bike
Dwight St & Dikeman St
0.09 miles
Van Brunt St & Wolcott St
0.12 miles
Ferry
Red Hook/Atlantic Basin
0.37 miles
Red Hook | Brooklyn
Quick Profile
Filled with quaint charm and picturesque views, Red Hook is a haven for those seeking a laid-back vibe. The community has weathered many storms both figurative and literal since its settlement in 1836 by Dutch colonists. From being one of the most bustling freight ports in the world in the 1920s to being named one of the worst neighborhoods in America for its crack epidemic in the 1990s, Red Hook has gone through many evolutions to become the dynamic neighborhood it is today.
Rich with creativity, the area is home to many artists specializing in an array of crafts, ranging from furniture design to glassblowing to woodworking. With many art galleries and moderately priced studios and lofts, the neighborhood is teeming with talent attracted by the energy and live/work space concept.
The overall sense of being among a close-knit community is further spurred on by annual events such as the Red Hook Waterfront Arts Festival, as well as a reading series co-hosted by BookCourt once a month at neighborhood staple Sunny’s Bar. The changing shape and infrastructure of Red Hook was thrown for a loop in 2012, with the damaging effects of Hurricane Sandy that left many buildings and businesses in need of repair during resulting closures.
Since its post-Sandy revitalization, the neighborhood has continued to attract many visitors to its unique and eclectic ambience, with ferries from Pier 11 in Manhattan to IKEA that operate daily.
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OLR ID: 31591TH
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