Historic charm and elegance are perfectly reflected in this spacious 2 bedroom apartment on a coveted tree-lined block, in a premier Park Slope location. Occupying the first level of a handsome, impeccably-maintained 1920 brownstone, the home affords gracious living with stunning interiors and a private rear deck that leads down to a lovely common garden. Enriching the ambience are tasteful elements exuding warmth and character such as high airy ceilings, original wood moldings, hardwood flooring, original cast-iron radiators, an original tin ceiling with new fan, an original working airshaft, and tall windows inviting in generous natural light.
Wonderful oak sliding doors divide the large front-facing living room with triple bow windows and the adjoining formal dining room, affording an open flow for entertaining and the option to close off each room. A study sits off the entryway through French doors, beyond which is a laundry area with Miele washer-dryer, beautiful tiled bath with tub, and the windowed kitchen with ample cabinetry, granite countertops, marble backsplash, and a new GE white stainless steel 5-burner stove. Two well-proportioned bedrooms sit across the hall, one with a big closet. The master bedroom situated in the rear of the residence accesses the private deck where you can read and sip morning coffee. Or descend the stairs to the fenced shared backyard for barbecues, gardening, and enjoying gatherings with friends and neighbors. Another great feature is a sizable storage area in the basement for your belongings.
381 1st Street is a gorgeous 4-unit brownstone cooperative that has undergone regular capital improvements with a completely redone fa?ade (2018), refurbished fire escape (2015), newly-painted and completely renovated staircase with new carpeting (2019), plus 2 new hot water heater tanks (2019). The building has no underlying mortgage. The $690 monthly maintenance includes: real estate taxes, building insurance, water and gas. It is ideally located in the PS 321 school district zone, just off 6th Avenue moments to 5th and 7th Avenue shopping, dining and conveniences, also near Key Food Supermarket, in close proximity to Grand Army Plaza, and Prospect Park.
Quick Profile
Boasting beautiful tree-lined streets, brownstones and a range of activities for all age groups, Park Slope is consistently ranked as one of New York’s most desirable neighborhoods. Filled with lush parks and greenery, the neighborhood is also known for its rare combination of excellent public schools, award-winning restaurants, nightlife, small independently owned businesses and community gardens.
Situated at the western slope of Prospect Park, the neighborhood is divided into different sections: North Slope, Center Slope and South Slope. Depending on who you ask, of course, the definitions of where these borders end and begin may vary (is the divide between North and Center deemed Union Street, Garfield Place, 1st Street or 3rd Street? The one between Center and South 6th Street, 9th Street, 11th Street or 15th Street?).
Regardless of what part of the Slope you find yourself on, there’s no shortage of architectural beauty. From row houses to brownstones to mansions, the idyllic setting of the neighborhood is further enhanced by its Romanesque and Renaissance Revival styles. Case in point of this is also two of the area’s most well-known churches, Park Slope United Methodist Church and Saint Augustine Roman Catholic Church.
Revered for its family-friendly appeal, Park Slope is often regarded as one of the best places to raise a family in New York City. That said, it doesn’t mean that parents don’t know how to have a good time... a slew of bars constantly opening in the neighborhood ranging from the high-end cocktail saloon to the dive (well, by Park Slope standards, anyway).