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· Closed January 20, 2021

16 S PORTLAND Avenue #House
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16 S PORTLAND Avenue #House

Fort Greene, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10831417

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Listing by Engel & Volkers Brownstone Brooklyn

5

Bedrooms

4.5

Baths

3,760

Sq. Ft.

1861

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Living Area 3,760 sq ft
Lot Size 2,000 sq ft
Year Built 1861
Neighborhood Fort Greene

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,West facing
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Multi Family
Total Rooms 13
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Exposure East,West
Pets Yes
Year Built 1861
Living Area 3,760 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 2,000 sq ft
Parcel # 02099-0050

Description

Price Adjustment!! If proximity to outdoor space is important to you, this wonderful historic townhouse is a few houses away from Fort Greene Park, on an historic block. In addition, enjoy this home's rear peaceful garden with mature trees and privacy, adding to your enjoyment of four floors over 3,760 square feet, with plentiful living, sleeping and working from home spaces in this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom townhouse. One of only four single-family homes on this glorious park block, 16 South Portland Avenue is a well preserved and grand historic home constructed in 1861. Don't miss this opportunity to live in this classic brownstone townhome in the heart of the Fort Greene Historic District. With the iconic Fort Greene Park only a few steps from your front door and great subway links a couple of blocks away, this home cannot be better situated. 16 South Portland Avenue is a four-story, 20-foot wide, legal two-family home currently used as a single family and retains the restored original features including marble fireplaces, decorative ceiling moldings, hand etched glass pocket doors and a sweeping mahogany staircase. Enter through the lovely double doors at the top of the stoop into the grand parlor floor. With 12-foot ceilings and full-length windows, light floods into both the front double parlor entertaining/living space and the rear library room, which is lined with custom built bookcases. Three original marble mantels and fireplaces remain on this floor. A powder room completes the parlor. The third floor features the master bedroom suite with three windows spanning the front of the house, a walk-in closet and floor to ceiling custom cabinets. The rear bedroom on this floor can be accessed from the hallway or the master suite. A modern fully tiled marble bathroom with heated towel rack and a walk-in shower, can also be found on this floor. The top floor features three bedrooms, one currently set up as a work space and a lovely large modern tiled bathroom with jacuzzi bath. The garden floor is where you will find another family room, the third full bathroom and of course the large kitchen and spacious bright dining area. The kitchen boasts extensive custom cabinetry with plentiful storage, limestone floors, top of the line appliances and lovely French doors leading out to the charming and private garden, awaiting your personal touch. This is your chance to own a part of historic brownstone Brooklyn on one of the most iconic blocks in Fort Greene. Showing by private appointment only.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area Fireplace

Exterior Features

Building Garden Building Roof Deck Garden

Building Information

Total Units 2
Stories 3
Style Prewar

Fort Greene is an architecturally striking neighborhood centered around the beautiful Fort Greene Park. Home to the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), the area is a hub for the arts and creative expression. The real estate market is remarkably varied, featuring some of Brooklyn's most impressive historic brownstones, stately cooperatives, and sleek new construction towers that offer sweeping views of the borough and Manhattan.

Fort Greene Live Market Data

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Active Listings

24

Median Asking Price

$1.72M

Median $/Sqft

$1,250

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

0

Price Reduced

17%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$1.87M

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16 S PORTLAND Avenue #House, Fort Greene, Kings County

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MLS® ID: RLS10831417
First Listed: 5/31/2019
Price Changed: 2/5/2021
Closed: 1/20/2021
Contract Date: 5/31/2019

Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers Brownstone Brooklyn - Donald Brennan

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