42 Grace Court

> This extraordinary Brooklyn Heights townhouse is located on one of the highest elevations in the borough and boasts gorgeous views of the Verrazano Narrows bridge at night. > Located on a premium block, this Brooklyn mansion sets a new standard in luxury “green” living. > The current owner spent almost ten years renovating this house to be completely chemical-free, low-VOC, organically insulated, and energy-efficient. > The entire house is wired in 3-phase electricity, resulting in low electrical costs. > Each floor has its own climate controls and Southern Marvin tinted windows, reducing unnecessary heating and cooling. > Recognizing that Victorian architecture was ingeniously efficient in its proportion and layout, the renovations preserve historical light fixture placement, yellow pine floors, and a panoramic copper bow window from the High Victorian period. > Touches like these add both historic charm and cutting-edge efficiency to this exceptional home. > As the story goes, in 1861 a prominent Captain was so in love with his wife that when she said that his four daughters each deserved a townhouse, he readily agreed. > Three of the four are still intact. > This is number two, as evidenced by the marking on the revealed molding in the parlor rear. > House number one was replaced by part of Grace Church. > The neighborhood is one of New York’s most desirable – full of affluent young families, it is located only one stop from the Financial District. > The Promenade and its breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline are only steps away. > Prestigious private schools (Brooklyn Friends, St. Ann’s, Packer, and Grace Church School) and beautiful townhouse gardens surround this quiet cul-de-sac in one of the most exclusive family-oriented neighborhoods in the city.