<p>Welcome to 420A Lafayette Street, a beautifully renovated two-family Brownstone townhouse, situated between Franklin and Classon Avenues right on the border of charming Clinton Hill and leafy Bed Stuy, and on the same block as the newly updated subway. Configured as a generous four floor family home with a separate newly renovated one bedroom apartment on the garden level, 420A Lafayette offers buyers the chance to live in one of Brooklyn's most sought-after neighborhoods - a short distance from iconic Fort Greene, BAM and the Brooklyn Museum - all while generating income from the rental.</p><p>The oversized backyard and patio provide fantastic outdoor living spaces. Blending modern finishes with classic beauty, this townhouse balances elegance and character in its numerous original details, including decorative fireplaces, high ceilings, intricate moldings, and staircases. </p><p>Upon entering the parlor level, you are greeted by an open layout living and dining room featuring tall ceilings, stunning hardwood floors, and an original fireplace. The home is bright and airy, with large windows at both ends of the house. The custom chef's kitchen boasts double-stacked cabinets, high-quality stainless steel appliances, and ample storage space. The second floor includes a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom featuring a large soaking tub, along with a flexible-use room for a nursery, office, or additional bedroom. The top floor houses two spacious bedrooms and a bathroom. On your way back downstairs pass by your washer/dryer and cleaning storage and discover a completely finished basement, set up as a TV den but perfect as a games rooms, gym or just storage! The garden-level apartment offers additional flexibility for rental income, fully renovated, access to outdoor space and could be used as a private guest suite.</p><p>Famed Pizza spot Speedy Romeo, Clementine Bakery, and donut aficionado's favorite cafe, Fan Fan are just steps away, along with grocery stores, boutiques, yoga studios, the restaurants of Dekalb Avenue and the bustling nightlife of the popular Franklin Avenue. 420A Lafayette is the gateway to your best Brooklyn life!</p>
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Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 1899
Living Area: 2,948 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Serhant
Office Phone: (646) 480-7665
Listing Agent: Talia McKinney
Agent Phone: (717) 314-2170
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Basement: No
Fireplace: Bedroom
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 4
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Cooling: Central Air
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $2,599,000
Price Per SqFt: $882/SqFt
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P.S. 270 Johann DeKalb School
241 Emerson Pl
Distance between this listing and this school0.16 miles
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P.S. 56 Lewis H. Latimer School
170 Gates Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.30 miles
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P.S. 54 Samuel C. Barnes School
195 Sandford St
Distance between this listing and this school0.41 miles
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Community Partnership Charter School
241 Emerson Pl
Distance between this listing and this school0.16 miles
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Urban Assembly Unison School (The)
170 Gates Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.30 miles
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P.S./I.S. 157 The Benjamin Franklin Health Science Academy
850 Kent Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.47 miles
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Brooklyn Community Arts & Media High School
300 Willoughby Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.26 miles
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Brooklyn High School for Leadership and Community Service
300 Willoughby Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.26 miles
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Bedford Academy High School
1119 Bedford Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.34 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $68,145. Most New York, NY residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 420 Lafayette Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 420 Lafayette Ave property is $2,599,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 420 Lafayette Ave is a townhouse located in New York City, New York, 11238.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 420 Lafayette Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 420 Lafayette Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 420 Lafayette Ave is 2,948 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 420 Lafayette Ave is 1899.
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This home is located at 420 Lafayette Ave in New York City, NY and zip code 11238 in the Bedford neighborhood. This 2,948 square foot home was built in 1899. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 08, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,599,000.
While more than 269 listings in New York, NY in October 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 850 listings sold at asking price, and more than 833 were sold below. In October 2024 in New York, NY there were 1.8% more homes for sale than in September 2024. In October 2024, listings were on the market for 84 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $856,124.
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