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SOLD FOR $2,803,349

· Closed August 5, 2020

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Closed For Sale Condo

$2,803,349

$789 per sq ft

56 Marlborough Road #A

Kensington, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10623924

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

4

Bedrooms

4.5

Baths

3,553

Sq. Ft.

1918

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Living Area 3,553 sq ft
Year Built 1918
Ownership Condo
Property Taxes $8,604/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Kensington

Property Highlights

  • Outdoor Space: Patio, Terrace
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 11
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street Caton Avenue/Church Avenue
Year Built 1918
Living Area 3,553 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 05075-1002
Block/Lot 5075/29

Description

Virtual Tour Available Home has never meant so much to us in so many different ways. Home is now where we live... and work... and eat and sleep and exercise and relax and stress out and play. Living rooms have become classrooms and exercise studios and virtual meeting rooms. Kitchens have become restaurants serving breakfast, lunch and dinner every single day and way too many snacks in between. Home is now the place where we shelter in place. Home is where we stay to keep safe, and keep our families safe - Welcome Home - to the Townhomes of 56 Marlborough Road. Originally constructed in 1918 as a single family mansion, 56 Marlborough Road has been meticulously renovated and designed to create two luxurious custom townhome condominiums with state of the art design features and Smart technology while preserving all of the magnificent historic detail. With low monthly common charges of $629/Mo. and taxes $717/Mo. The Townhomes of Marlborough Road are a true celebration of the coveted juxtaposition of old and new. Elaborate coffered ceilings, decorative wainscoting, parquet floors with varied inlay and a stunning center stair culminating with the 72" diameter stained glass cupola, combine seamlessly with sleek, contemporary designer appointments. Fully insulated for warmth and sound, there are new Andersen windows throughout, a new roof and exterior, new plumbing and electrical throughout, full coverage sprinkler system, Unico three zone central heating and cooling system, an ERV fresh air recirculation system and low and no VOC paints used throughout. Townhome A stretches over four stories with 3,553 square feet of gracious living space including 4+ bedrooms and 3.5 baths and a further almost 1,500 square feet of limited common spaces (porch, backyard, garage, terrace)! The Parlor floor is a spectacle of original craftsmanship beginning with the fully restored curved staircase, solid and stained glass pocket doors and inviting wood burning fireplace flanked by wall to wall leaded glass built-ins. The refreshing open plan, with one room flowing into the next is ideal for gathering family and friends and easy access to the covered front porch and backyard offer wonderful entertaining possibilities. The stunning kitchen/dining room can easily accommodate a table that seats 12. Custom designer finishes include Reform cabinetry with solid, white oak drawers, a huge, oversized island with a Brazilian Quartzite countertop and undermount Neuroc sink, Dacor 5-burner range with an exterior vented Faber hood, Bosch wall oven, microwave and dishwasher and 18" U-Line wine cooler and beverage center. On the second floor is the luxe master bedroom with a lovely sun/meditation room and huge ensuite bath with floor to ceiling Nemo ceramic tile, double basin Duravit vanity, glass enclosed shower with Grohe rain hand/shower fixture, a freestanding deep soaking tub and Duravit, Philippe Starck wall mounted toilet. Down the hall is an additional bedroom and full bath with a glass transom that brings in natural light, vanilla penny tile, custom wainscoting and Duravit fixtures and the convenient laundry room with a utility sink, Marmoleum floor and full capacity Electrolux Platinum washer and dryer. As you ascend to the third floor, vaulted ceilings and the stunning stained glass cupola (lighted for evening glory), surprise you with their drama and grandeur. There are two additional bedrooms on this floor, a full bath with a tubular skylight/fan and a media room with sliding glass doors leading to a private roof terrace overlooking the tree lined street. The fully insulated and waterproofed basement is versatile, bonus living space with a multitude of possible uses. Media room, home gym, kids play room or office. There is a half bath with potential to be converted to a full and the floating, natural cork floor over insulated, epoxy finished concrete with a tongue and groove locking sub floor feels wonderful underfoot. For a complete list of amenities copy and paste the link below: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S3Bsxw1u7Y3C5X0E_MkoxHCSZ0SmoyLU/view The gated property is landscaped with indigenous evergreens in the front and lush grass with peripheral plantings in the back. The garage is outfitted with custom red Cedar garage doors that are wifi operated. Referred to as one of New York's greatest architectural treasures, Prospect Park South was intended to be "a garden in the city" for those fortunate enough to reside there. Nestled in this enchanting enclave are The Townhomes of Marlborough Road. Bucolic, tree-lined streets of stately, detached homes in varying styles are complemented by lush greenery and landscaping that beautifies the neighborhood, creating a feeling of open space. So unique is the look and feel of the neighborhood that first time visitors wonder what world they've entered. THE COMPLETE OFFERING TERMS ARE IN AN OFFERING PLAN AVAILABLE FROM SPONSOR FILE NO. CD-19-0073.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Den Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Exterior Features

Garden Patio Terrace

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 3
Style Prewar

Financial Details

RE Taxes $8,604/yr ($717/mo)
Sale Price $2,803,349

Kensington is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood bordered by Prospect Park to the north and the landmarked Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, with Ocean Parkway running through its center as one of the borough's signature tree-lined boulevards. The housing stock includes brick rowhouses, prewar co-op apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway and Coney Island Avenue, and detached Victorian homes on the side streets, served by the F and G trains at Fort Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue. The B and Q express trains are accessible within a short walk, providing a 30-to-35-minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.

Kensington Live Market Data

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Active Listings

49

Median Asking Price

$840K

Median $/Sqft

$951

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

3

Price Reduced

10%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$550K

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56 Marlborough Road #A, Kensington, Kings County • Near Caton Avenue/Church Avenue

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MLS® ID: RLS10623924
First Listed: 11/12/2019
Closed: 8/5/2020
Contract Date: 11/11/2019

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Laura Rozos

Listing Contact: (917) 701-7340

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