140 Midwood Street

In topics of discussion about Brooklyn Real Estate, the beautifully landscaped neighborhood of Prospect Lefferts Gardens is certain to be a part of it. This is likely because of the gorgeous brownstones but also because the area is overwhelmingly popular. This home is in Lefferts Manor - the top location! The architecture there varies from brick to lime to brown. This fine offering is a traditional brownstone so if that's on your list look no further! You'll absolutely love this Romanesque Revival Beaux Arts style townhouse! Its immaculate condition and jaw dropping details, including decorative tin ceilings on every floor, make this home special. It's guaranteed to leave you with a memorable impression! The house was designed and built in 1899 by architect George Lawton for the William A.A. Brown Company, one of the most notable developers of Brooklyn Real Estate in the late 19th century. This house is part of a row of 15 brick and limestone with full height rounded triple bays and unified dog-legged stoops. Inside the home is beautifully appointed! The vestibule wall is layered in intricate wedding cake plaster even the crown molding is embellished. The exquisite grand triple parlor spans the full 20 ft. width of the house and every inch of it has been impeccably restored. It features 11 ft. high decorative tin ceilings with four varying patterns, pier Mirror, 3 mantels, 3 pocket doors and a dramatic Juliette Bride's staircase. A magnificent grand piano graces the spacious middle parlor-jazz and chamber music concerts are big in the neighborhood! Note the exclusive light fixtures, each carefully selected to enhance the old traditional bones but also embrace the new. This floor as with the rest of the house retains the original oak wood floors, and all original built-ins. Don't miss the stunning bathroom here! Upstairs the top level is brilliantly lit with natural sunlight that flows through two jeweled-toned skylights. There are four bedrooms, two pass-through closets with matching marble sinks and a hall bathroom that has been beautifully updated. Downstairs the garden level is loaded with wooden carved built-ins, including the original ice box - known to have come in handy when entertaining. The wainscoted dining room offers generous space and connects to the kitchen via a pass-through pantry. Note this area has an original copper sink. Enjoy media and entertaining from the large eat-in-kitchen as well as panoramic views of the landscaped south-facing rear garden. In the back is a powder room and laundry center. Downstairs the clean open basement has polished concrete floors and light walls. This is an extraordinary home with excellent mechanicals. Truly lovely by every measure in a wonderful community, one of the fasting growing and most gentrified neighborhoods in the city, known for its architecturally stunning townhouses, and its plethora of amenities. Prospect Park, Wollman Skating Rink, Children's Carousel, and Brooklyn Botanic Garden are less than 10 minutes away and world-class Brooklyn Museum is a brief 20 minutes away. Transportation couldn't be easier the commute to Midtown Manhattan is quick on the Q, B, 3, 4, 5 trains. I'm very pleased to present you this gracious home-make it your own. HHistoric Lefferts Manor the top location!