81 St Marks Place #1

This sprawling condo duplex at the crossroads of Park Slope and Boerum Hill combines the best of Brooklyn living with the sentiment of living quietly secluded in the suburbs. Modern conveniences of central air, laundry, ample storage, an expansive backyard and a quick trip into Manhattan from convenient subway trains less than two blocks away make this home ideal. Upon entering this home-like condo, you will find the open floor plan of the kitchen/dining room leading out to the expansive backyard and the master bedroom with an en suite bath all on the first floor. The master bedroom has ample closet space and the master bath is outfitted with custom builtin cabinetry and subway tile creating a truly detailed and polished aesthetic. Down the hallway is a generously sized half bath. The open kitchen flows beautifully into the full-family dining space. New cabinetry, marble countertops, custom island, and stainless steel appliances are a chef?s dream come true. Off the dining room, you find another room overlooking the serene backyard that is ideal for a guest room, office or nursery. This home is a legal one bedroom that is currently being used a two bedroom, but can easily accommodate 3 or even 4 bedrooms! Step through double doors from the dining area into a magical and private landscaped garden lush with plants, trees, and nature perfect for BBQ's and al fresco dining. A wide sectional staircase leads you to the lower level of the duplex featuring a large open recreation space with a full bathroom and laundry room. Currently outfitted as a family room with a large sectional sofa, this level provides ample space and countless opportunities for use. Two large skylights provide rare ethereal ambient light. This level contributes lots of storage space adding just the right amount of convenience and practicality to city living. The apartment is a short walk to Barclays Center, BAM, Prospect Park, Whole Foods, the shops and restaurants along 5th & 7th avenues, such as Shake Shack, Lukes Lobster, Artichoke Pizza and Michelin Star Convivium Osteria to name a few. The major hub of mass transit at the Atlantic Avenue Station, make your trip into the city just one stop away! Convenience and ample living space with a backyard make this home the perfect respite for city living. Tax abated until 2032 is the icing on the cake!