477 14th Street

Stunning 4-story, 2-family townhouse on a gorgeous tree-lined block in the prime South Slope, mere moments from prized Prospect Park! Built circa 1901 and finely updated to modern taste, this character-laden home with a meticulously refaced brownstone fa ade is truly rare and striking. Beautiful interiors melding elegant classic features with refined luxury finishes are complemented by a lovely private deck, and lush rear patio garden oasis designed by a Japanese curator at the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens for the ultimate outdoor enjoyment. An expansive triplex owner's residence tops a lovely garden apartment; plus there's a full basement for laundry and storage. Many upgrades have been made to the home over the years, including the roof; new Marvin windows on all floors facing the street; wide bay windows and sliding doors facing the garden; a kitchen extension with wood and steel deck; renovated kitchens in the owner's triplex and garden apartment; upgraded plumbing and electrical wiring; a new sewer pipe to the street; split AC systems in the parlor and 3rd floors; new Sanyo split-level interior wall A/Vs; and an added powder room with antique Victorian sink to the parlor floor. Rich wood floors, wood trim, original fireplace mantles, tasteful moldings, oversized windows and airy architectural ceilings lend charm throughout. The parlor level of the 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath owner's residence is designed for entertaining, with generous space for living and dining and a lovely kitchen leading to the outdoor deck. Stairs descend to the garden paradise. Your inner chef will be inspired in the cook's quarters featuring colored stone counters from Kashmir, India, blue backsplash tiles, banquet seating, a 6-burner stovetop from Thermador, and Braun outside hood ventilation.Upstairs presents the large primary bedroom on the 2nd story, 2nd bedroom or office, and a cedar closet and wet bar that adjoins. Level 3 has 2 more bedrooms and a laundry room. Full baths serve each floor, and closet/storage abounds throughout. The one-bedroom garden apartment is equally well-appointed, with a separate entrance, inviting living and dining rooms, full bath, and kitchen with access to the picturesque backyard.And talk about location! On a coveted Park block near the F/G trains a block away, great shops and restaurants along 7th Avenue, the YMCA and other local conveniences.