About This Home

This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom townhouse at 81 Hancock Street in Brooklyn, NY is listed for $3,195,000 ($757 per sqft). the home offers 4,221 sqft of living space on a N/A lot.

Property Details

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Listing Description

An Exceptional Restoration Opportunity in Historic Bedford-Stuyvesant A rare opportunity to restore a magnificent Brooklyn townhouse to its former glory. Nestled along a picturesque, tree-lined block, 81 Hancock Street is a remarkable architectural treasure, brimming with exquisite original details and extraordinary potential.

For those with vision and imagination to transform this historic beauty into a truly spectacular residence. Measuring 20 feet wide and 42 feet deep, this four-story, legal two-family townhouse offers approximately 4,221 square feet of interior space, including a basement.

Behind its striking historic facade and elegant stoop lies a remarkable collection of period details, including magnificent oversized mirrors framed by intricate original moldings, ornate fireplace mantels, exquisite woodwork, substantial paneled doors, and soaring ceilings.

Together, these architectural treasures provide an extraordinary foundation for a restoration that honors the home's original craftsmanship while embracing contemporary living. The property offers endless possibilities, whether envisioned as a grand single-family residence, an expansive owner's home with a separate apartment, or an exquisitely restored two-family townhouse.

Bedford-Stuyvesant's vibrant cultural and culinary scene includes celebrated restaurants, intimate cafes, independent boutiques, and neighborhood favorites such as Daphne's, Dolores, Ler Ler, Corte, and Peaches. Nearby parks and convenient access to the A and C subway lines further enhance the appeal.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$17,088/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$2,311
Interest$13,845
Insurance$932

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

81 Hancock Street

Brooklyn, NY 11216

Bedford Stuyvesant

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom townhouse at 81 Hancock Street is listed at $3,195,000 ($757/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $17,088 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

This property is listed by Tali Berzak.

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Tali Berzak

Agent at Compass

Listed by Compass · Broker phone: 6469820353

MLS# 12046017· Source: My State MLS· 4 days on PropertySimple

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81 Hancock Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216

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