This stunning Prospect Heights cooperative perfectly blends historic charm with modern functionality. With three spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, and low monthly fees, it offers an ideal combination of character and convenience in one of Brooklyn's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Upon entering the bright living room, where grand bay windows with elegant wood frames flood the space with natural light. A carved fireplace surround, complete with its original mirror, serves as a centerpiece, framing the transition to the dining area. Adding to the room's appeal is a Vitsoe shelving and media console system, combining style and practicality to enhance your living experience.
The chef-designed open kitchen is a showstopper, boasting custom cabinetry adorned with Caesarstone countertops and Ann Sacks tiles. A suite of top-tier stainless steel appliances, including a six-burner Wolf range, Fisher & Paykel refrigerator, wine refrigerator, and Miele dishwasher and convection oven/microwave, ensures both style and functionality for cooking enthusiasts.
A long hallway separates the living spaces from the private quarters, offering a sense of tranquility. The primary suite features two large windows and a spacious floor-to-ceiling closet outfitted with a sleek Elfa closet organizer. This meticulous touch is echoed throughout the unit, providing exceptional storage solutions. The attached bathroom, also accessible from the hallway, showcases classic black-and-white tiles, a tub/shower combination, and a pedestal sink. Two additional bedrooms, each with windows and ample closet space, provide versatility, while a windowed home office creates a perfect remote work environment.
A full guest bathroom with a walk-in shower, extra storage, and an in-unit washer-dryer add further convenience to this thoughtfully designed home.
Every detail of this residence has been considered to balance the timeless charm of its historic roots with the demands of contemporary living.
Nestled within the Prospect Heights Historic District, 560 Dean Street is a stunning example of Renaissance Revival architecture. Designed in 1902 by Axel Hedman, one of the area's most renowned architects, this stately brick-and-stone building offers a rare blend of historic charm and modern amenities. The well-maintained, eight-unit boutique cooperative features private storage for each unit, a bike room, and exceptionally low maintenance costs, with no underlying mortgage-a true gem in Brooklyn.
Located on a picturesque, tree-lined street between Atlantic Avenue and Prospect Park, this home offers the perfect balance of serene residential living and vibrant city life. Dean Playground is just steps away, as is the brand-new Pacific Park Playground and dog park. Behind the playground, you'll find a public dog run and a picnic grove with benches, providing a welcoming community space. Prospect Park, with its 500 acres of open space, year-round greenmarket, and bustling events calendar, is only minutes from your doorstep. Iconic Brooklyn landmarks such as the Botanic Garden, Brooklyn Museum, and Central Library are all within easy reach.
For those seeking entertainment, Barclays Center, Atlantic Terminal, and BAM are just a few blocks away, offering world-class performances, dining, and shopping. The neighborhood also boasts outstanding connectivity with nearby access to the 2/3, 4/5, B/D, and N/Q/R subway lines, making every corner of New York City easily accessible.
Quick Profile
Prospect Heights is a small residential neighborhood surrounded by big attractions. It’s rich in culture and offers the perfect blend of old Brooklyn charm and modern-day hipness.
Residents of this tight-knit community include young professionals, families and long-time residents. It’s a walkers paradise - just steps from Prospect Park and a short walking distance to neighborhoods like Downtown Brooklyn, Fort Green and Clinton. You’re close to culture too. Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Library, Brooklyn Botanical Garden, Brooklyn Academy of Music and the Barclays Center are all nearby.
Prospect Heights is bordered by Flatbush Avenue to the west, Washington Avenue to the east, Atlantic Avenue and Dean Street to the north and Eastern Parkway to the south.
Prospect Heights, like many areas of New York City, was first inhabited by indigenous tribes and eventually settled by the Dutch and turned into farmland.
A significant part of the Revolutionary War was fought in Prospect Heights and the surrounding areas. Known as the Battle of Brooklyn, it was the first military engagement following the Declaration of Independence. Things didn’t go so well for American forces so they retreated and the British occupied Manhattan for several years after the Battle of Brooklyn.
In 1867, the opening of Prospect Park caused major housing growth in Prospect Heights. The middle-class neighborhood was soon populated by Jewish, Italian, and Irish workers. Many of which were shop-owners or employed as laborers in nearby factories.
Housing in Prospect Heights includes single-family row houses, historic townhouses, co-ops, and new luxury condos. The median listed price for a 1-bedroom in Prospect Heights is $680,000 with an average price per square foot is $944.
The neighborhood's commercial artery runs along Vanderbilt Avenue and Washington Avenue. The variety of businesses adds to the charm of the neighborhood. They include bars, pubs, restaurants and mom-and-pop stores of all types. The shops and eateries are a perfect alternative to the big-name attractions that bracket the neighborhood. It's a little bit of everything in this neighborhood.
Subways are plentiful in Prospect Heights. Its proximity to Manhattan is another perk of the neighborhood. It's about a half-hour train ride. The B, D, N, Q, R, 2, 3, 4 and 5 subway lines all serve the Atlantic Avenue/Barclays Center station. 2, 3, 4, B and Q trains cover the neighborhood and the A and C trains are nearby too.