557 8th Street, 1-R

Enjoy a rare opportunity to live in one of only 8 beautiful residences at the handsome 557 8th Street, just half a block from Prospect Park! This spacious, airy apartment with a lovely private garden affords comfortable, elegant living, and a gracious 3 bedroom, 1 and a half bath floorplan with 9-foot ceilings. Windows on triple exposures to the south, east and north bathe the cheerful home in natural light throughout the day, while oak hardwood floors add a perfect touch of warmth.

Upon entering the foyer, a closet, and large living dining room awaits at your right featuring 3 oversized windows plus built-in window seats, bookshelves and cabinetry. Here you can relax and watch TV, gather with guests, and serve meals in the open dining area.

The nearby windowed kitchen with a wide pass-through opening is finely designed with ample wood cabinetry, sleek countertops, a pantry, and stainless steel appliances.

Proceeding down the hall is a washer-dryer, full tiled bathroom, powder room, and 3 private bedrooms with generous closets. The primary bedroom awaits quietly at the end, with double closets and access to the backyard garden with built-in wood benches and room for lounging furniture. Complementary storage and bike storage are available in the basement.

557 8th Street is a well-run and financially sound, pet friendly coop just a stone's throw to Prospect Park. Also nearby are great restaurants, shops and cafes along 8th Avenue including Pasta Louise right on the corner, Ladybird Bakery and Provini as well as the many offerings lining 7th Avenue, plus highly-regarded schools, subways and more.