This three bedroom, two bath home - set over two floors - has two private outdoor spaces: a terrace with views over the neighborhood gardens that runs directly from the south-facing kitchen and a generously sized roof deckwith views of Manhattanthat flows from the upstairs bedroom, providing seamless indoor/outdoor living.
This well-cared for home has wide plank white oak hardwood floors, solid wood doors, high ceilings, ample closet space, premium custom finishes, and comes with lockable basement storage. It also has two shared outdoor spaces: a charming common landscaped front garden, typical of its position in a coveted place block in Carroll Gardens, and a large common roof deck for your use.
Bask in natural light streaming from oversized windows as you enter the open South-facing living room, dining, and kitchen area. The chef's kitchen features handmade wood cabinets with paneled appliances, a Bertazzoni gas-range with custom hood, Blomberg fridge, Bosch dishwasher and Sharp microwave drawer. An oversized white quartz kitchen island can comfortably seat four.
Situated down the hallway is a large coat closet, a laundry cupboard with washer/dryer, and a full bathroom featuring radiant heated floors, a deep soaking tub, handmade tile floors, porcelain wall tiles, Kohler fixtures and a Duravit wall-mounted toilet. At the end of the hall is the primary bedroom, featuring oversized windows looking over the quiet leafy front garden, and an extra large closet. Next to the primary bedroom sits a slightly smaller bedroom that can be used in any way that meets your needs.
On the upper level of the duplex, is the bright third bedroom, which could also be used as the primary. There is an en-suite full bathroom with a spacious shower, heated floors, Dolomite marble, and brushed brass fixtures. Directly out of the upstairs bedroom suite is a sprawling and swoon-worthy roof deck that conveniently has a water source.
Set back from the sidewalk through a lovely front garden, 40 4th Place is nestled amongst parks and playgrounds and is ideally situated just blocks from the Carroll Street F/G trains. One of New York City's most desirable neighborhoods, Carroll Gardens offers some of the best restaurants Brooklyn has to offer including Frankies Spuntino, Lucali, Mazzolla's, Le Petit Cafe, Court Street Grocers, Bar Bruno, and Abilene.
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Filled with charming churches, whose ringing bells punctuate the days, together with quirky boutiques, trendy bars, Italian bakeries, and restaurants featuring a wide variety of cuisines, with an emphasis on traditional Italian cuisine, Carroll Gardens maintains a sense of Old World charm. While most of the restaurants are small and family-owned, there are Michelin-rated restaurants for those special date nights. Abundant coffee shops and bakeries ensure you are never far from a tasty pastry and your next cup of joe.
Unlike many neighborhoods, Carroll Gardens has an impressive array of grocery stores, including the popular Court Street Grocers. While Carroll Park is the main green space, located in the heart of the neighborhood, there are other parks, such as the Brooklyn Bridge Park, Cadman Plaza Park, and Van Voorhees Playground, all within easy walking distance.
Court and Smith Streets are the main commercial areas, packed with bakeries, intimate bars, unique boutiques, and small mom-and-pop Italian cafes, many with sidewalk or patio seating. Court Street has most of the older businesses that have operated for generations in the same location. Smith Street has more trendy establishments.
If you are looking for a neighborhood that is quieter and less congested, Carroll Gardens might be a perfect fit. It is a great place to raise a family, with good schools and safe streets. It is the type of place where you will know the names of your neighbors and the owners of the shops and restaurants you frequent. It is a great walkable neighborhood for retirees, and an easy commute into the city for young professionals. The streets are shady and tree-lined, and many feature brownstones and townhouses that sport sizeable front gardens, adding to the natural charm of the neighborhood.