579 Madison Street

Welcome to 579 Madison Street located on one of the most coveted Brownstone streets in bucolic Stuyvesant Heights! This beautifully updated majestic legal 2 family, 20x45 brownstone on a 20X100 lot offers it all with the perfect blend of original details and high-end modern finishes. Upon entering this brownstone, you will be immediately in awe of the century-old 10’ original double doors and original Victorian mosaic tiles that will lead through carved entry-ways into a grand foyer boasting 11’ ceilings. The main hallway displays a glimpse into the past’s true craftsmanship with hand-carved newel post, wainscoting, etched glass, and mahogany spindles. The main living room and dining room are adorned with all the original decorative fireplace mantles, exquisite moldings throughout and white oak herringbone floors with walnut borders. The property offers multiple smart home features such as built-in speakers, hardwired FIOS internet and cable, smart lighting, smart outlets, Ring doorbells, Ring security floodlight, ADT Security System, Nest Thermostat, Nest smoke/CO detectors, and numerous Restoration Hardware light fixtures. The open kitchen was tastefully designed and includes, Calacatta Laza Quartz countertops/backsplash, wine rack, and white shaker cabinetry. The high-end appliances feature Sub Zero, Wolf and ASKO. The open concept flows seamlessly into the dining room with open wall shelving and built-in base kitchen cabinetry. The upper level features three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The large master bedroom features original mantels and shutters, custom lighting, and en-suite master bathroom and huge custom master closet. The luxury spa like master bathroom features 10’ ceilings, heated flooring, white Carrara marble, retractable skylight and is outfitted with Restoration Hardware fixtures. The master closet includes custom California closets complete with its own built-in digital safe. The second bathroom features white Carrara marble, Toto toilet, Duravit deep soaking tub, heated floors and retractable skylight. The second bedroom is generously sized and can easily accommodate a king size bed. The garden level unit offers an open layout living room and kitchen that include porcelain flooring, white shaker cabinets, Fisher Paykel refrigerator, Samsung range and floor to ceiling brick wall. The oversized bedroom features original wainscoting and pocket shutters. The large mudroom can be utilized as an additional bedroom, office or den. The spacious backyard features a new custom fence surrounded with smart lighting, multiple exterior outlets and newly installed pavers. The home has updated mechanicals, Mitsubishi heating and cooling split systems, new windows, new doors, new floors throughout with soundproofing, new skylights and a roof that is less than a year old that has a transferable warranty. The property is located just a short walk to the Utica A train express subway station. The area offers terrific dining establishments within a short walking distance such as Mama Fox, L'Antagoniste, Chez Oskar, The Wilky, Saraghina and Peaches. There are numerous local parks that feature playgrounds, basketball and tennis courts. Nearby public transportation includes the express A, C, J and Z trains. Schools are within the immediate area such as the acclaimed Coop School only a few short blocks away. Broker/Owner sale.