55 Prospect Place, 1

Modernized and lovingly restored, this historic garden-level one-bedroom hideaway is roomy and features beautiful original details and a large, lush private garden. Located on one of the most quiet, tree-lined blocks off of Sixth Avenue, this one-of-a-kind 150 year old Federal and Italianate style brownstone built for soldiers returning from the Civil War in 1865 has charm and style not often found. Enter into a spacious foyer and then into the brightly-lit living room where the focus is an original black marble fireplace with its antique hearth insert. More historic elements are featured in the large eat-in kitchen, including the original porcelain sink, an exposed brick accent wall, and pleasing exposed beamed ceiling, complimented by a suite of stainless appliances and pantry. The spacious bathroom has the original tin ceiling and a large claw foot bathtub. Adjacent is the laundry room with extra storage. In the rear of the apartment with two deep closets and a remote-controlled split a/c unit overlooking the 27' x 19' private, tranquil yard with large blue stone patio is the large bedroom which has room for a desk. Floor to ceiling window panels bring natural light. Wide wood plank floors are found throughout the apartment. Stroll to Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Botanical Garden, the Brooklyn Museum in one direction and Barclays in the other. Enjoy a myriad of nearby cafes, bars, and restaurants as well as the Open Streets along 5th Ave or Vanderbilt. Union Market on Flatbush and Union St provides groceries and specialty items, the Park Slope food co-op is convenient, and the Saturday Greenmarket at Grand Army Plaza is a short walk. Transportation is a breeze with the 2,3 express trains two blocks away at Bergen Street and the B and Q lines around the corner on Flatbush and Seventh Ave. Or. choose Atlantic Avenue transportation hub for the 2, 3, 4, 5, B, D, N and R trains Long Island Rail Road trains.