Welcome to this newly renovated, bright and airy true 2-bedroom home (approx 1,000 SF) nestled within the heart of the charming Clinton Hill Historic District.
Oversized windows flood the apartment with natural sunlight throughout the day. The large living space overlooks the quiet and lush courtyard, and includes a dedicated dining alcove that can seamlessly be used as an additional living space. The brand new windowed kitchen features sleek countertops, tile backsplash and marble floors, stainless steel appliances, modernized cabinetry and brushed gold metal hardware. Perhaps best of all, directly across from the kitchen is a custom bar that blends the flow from the kitchen to dining area, and optimizes even more cabinetry and room for entertaining.
The hallway leads to the tastefully updated, tiled bathroom and 2 sizable bedrooms, both large enough for king size beds. Completed by 5 closets, storage is a standout feature in this home. The optimal layout maximizes space and allows for many possibilities to personalize the space.
Originally built in the early 1940s as housing for workers from the Brooklyn Navy Yard, including shipyard workers and naval officers, Clinton Hill Co-ops contain a piece of history. Wallace K. Harrison, the complex architect, is renowned for his work on many iconic New York structures, including Rockefeller Center, Metropolitan Opera House, Lincoln Center and the United Nations.
Situated on the South Campus of the Clinton Hill Co-ops, comprised of five buildings that occupy an entire city block at the pulse of Clinton Hill's Historic District, known for its charming tree-lined blocks, historic brownstones, and laid back community atmosphere. Offering 24/7 private security and a dedicated maintenance team, spacious laundry room on site, and beautiful landscaped courtyards, this coveted and impeccably run co-op community is the perfect place to call home. Pets are permitted and bike room and storage upon availability. Subletting is allowed after 2 years.
Underwood Park is diagonally across the street from the complex and Fort Greene Park is in close vicinity.
Food and vibe enthusiasts will love the proximity to neighborhood favorites like Aita, Sailor, Sisters, and Primrose Cafe along with endless trendy boutiques along neighboring Myrtle and Dekalb Avenues. Commuting is a breeze with the G train steps from your door, as well as Atlantic Terminal (the largest transportation hub in Brooklyn) a few blocks away. Here is an opportunity to secure the luxury of a brand new, modernized home within the timeless pre-war Clinton Hill Co-op community.
Quick Profile
Tucked behind the Brooklyn Navy Yard in central Brooklyn is the quiet residential neighborhood of Clinton Hill. Once a strictly working-class neighborhood, Clinton Hill has become known for its elegant brownstones and stately mansions that were built as Manhattanites crossed the East River in the 1920s in search of the supposed health benefits that came from living “on the hill,” which has an elevation of 95 feet. Now you will also find newer luxury apartment and condo buildings interspersed throughout the neighborhood.
The Pratt Institute and St. Joseph College give the area a certain energy that comes from having a college in your town, while it’s leafy streets, some with their original cobblestones, and slower pace attract young families. Millennials and professionals are flocking to Clinton Hill in search of a reasonably priced neighborhood that offers both nightlife and an easy commute to Manhattan. Clinton Hill is a beautiful neighborhood with a suburban feel and firm roots in its past that also offers plenty of urban amenities.
New businesses are showing up in Clinton Hill on a regular basis, adding to the current proliferation of coffee shops, restaurants, and bars. As the population changes, new entertainment and nightlife venues are migrating to the area to meet the demand. Barclays Center is within easy walking distance, offering exciting sporting events and concerts.