$2,000,000
Updated 2 years ago
Off Market

189 Crown Street

Crown Heights, Brooklyn | Bedford Ave & Rogers Ave

8 Rooms4 Beds2 Baths2,400 Square FeetSingle Family

$2,000,000
floors / apts3 / 1
Lot Size20'x120'
Built Size20'x40'
ZoneR2
Building TypeHouse
RE Taxes$6,084
Price Per SF
$833

Listing Features

  • WBFP

Outdoor space and views

  • Backyard [41'x20']
  • Frontyard
  • Garden

Building Amenities

  • Garden

Property Description for 189 Crown Street

Nestled within the picturesque charm of a tree-lined Crown Heights block, this captivating cottage-style home exudes the quaint appeal of a bygone era. A winner of the esteemed title "Brooklyn Greenest Block” it stands as a testament to timeless elegance and modern convenience. With four bedrooms, two baths, a renovated basement, and a spacious two-car garage conveniently accessed on the property via remote control and a private rear roadway, 189 Crown Street is a rare find in this coveted neighborhood. Designed by prolific architect, Arthur G. Carlson, as you step inside, the allure of this abode only intensifies. Upon arrival, classic elegance unfolds at every turn. Sunlight pours into the parlor floor living room, accentuating the high ceilings and hardwood parquet floors. Invite loved ones to share stories, games, and great conversation while enjoying the warmth of your working brick fireplace. Pocket doors designed with beveled pane glass add a touch of sophistication, seamlessly transitioning into the stately dining room. Here, intricately designed wainscoting adorns the walls, complemented by detailed glass cabinets and a regal coffered wood beam ceiling. Restored lighting strung from antique medallions cast a warm glow, setting the stage for memorable gatherings with loved ones. The kitchen, a cook’s delight, boasts long-lasting Corian countertops, ceramic backsplash, and wood and glass cabinetry offering abundant storage. Stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and microwave, make meal preparation a breeze, while direct access to the yard invites al fresco dining and outdoor relaxation. Ascending to the second floor, a stained-glass skylight crowns the space, accentuating the lofty ceiling height. A suite of four bedrooms awaits, each bathed in natural light from southern and northern exposures. One bedroom, currently configured as an extended sitting room, offers versatility and charm. Adjoining the larger rooms is a discreet hallway walk-through closet, meticulously restored to feature floor-to-ceiling polished walnut wood walls, storage, and drawers. A working sink and lighted vanity add a touch of luxury, while Victorian details in all rooms provide restored steam radiators and evoke a sense of nostalgia. Completing this level is a full bath with a skylight, offering a serene retreat for relaxation. Two rooms overlook the manicured garden and backyard, while the front rooms enjoy views of the lush front garden, bathed in southern light. The lower level reveals a fully finished basement, meticulously renovated to include a separate entrance, a convenient kitchenette, a washer and dryer hookup, and a full bathroom. With ample storage space, this area offers endless possibilities, whether for entertaining guests or accommodating extended family. With its blend of historic charm and modern amenities, this enchanting home invites you to experience the epitome of Brooklyn living—a sanctuary where the past meets the present in perfect harmony. Explore neighborhood favorite restaurants and cafes like The Mayfield, Sweet Basil, Joenise, and Winner on Franklin. Convenient to trains #2,3,4, and 5, you are minutes from the Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Children’s Museum, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Prospect Park, and Manhattan. Visit today to make this amazing house your new home. Please note the living room and formal dining room are virtually Staged.

Listing History for 189 Crown Street

Now
02/18/2025
TOM by Cornelia Thomas
Compass
2025

Building Details for 189 Crown Street

OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeHouse
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1910
Floors/Apts3/1
Learn More About the Building

Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

President St-Medgar Evers College
0.21 miles
Nostrand Av
0.3 miles
Sterling St
0.33 miles
Franklin Av-Medgar Evers College
0.34 miles
Botanic Garden
0.36 miles

Citi Bike

Crown St & Rogers Ave
0.05 miles
Bedford Ave & Montgomery St
0.15 miles

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Crown Heights | Brooklyn

Quick Profile

Originally known as Crown Hill by the Lenape Indians that lived there, Crown Heights has evolved into a diverse neighborhood, occupied primarily by Hasidic Jews and one of the largest Caribbean populations to be found anywhere outside of the West Indies. 

Head over to Nostrand Avenue, one of the main West Indian commercial areas in the neighborhood, which is lined with stores that have been in those exact same places for generations, providing their goods and services to area residents. Kingston Avenue has similar commercial activities that support the Jewish community, and Franklin Avenue shows the most signs of change and gentrification, with an ever-expanding mix of yoga studios, coffee shops, and organic grocery stores that serve the influx of young professionals. No matter which of these areas you visit, you will find an interesting mix of businesses that you wouldn’t normally picture as existing side-by-side. It is all part of the cultural diversity of Crown Heights.

The neighborhood is bisected, from east to west, by Eastern Parkway, which is a beautiful, 3-mile-long boulevard lined with mature trees. This leafy oasis was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, famed designer of Central Park, the Biltmore Estate in North Carolina, and the U. S. Capitol in Washington, D. C.

You will find a mix of low-rise apartment buildings, large middle-class elevator buildings, brownstones, and some luxury buildings. Century-old architecture stands next to modern residential developments in a visually interesting mix of styles, much as the diversity of the residents exists. People who would not normally meet and mix are forging new pathways to cultural understanding by working, living, and playing together in the same neighborhood.

All information furnished regarding property for sale, rental or financing is from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy thereof and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, rental or other conditions, prior sale, lease or financing or withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions, you must hire your own architect or engineer.
OLR ID: 60141TH