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20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
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20 Remsen Street
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20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street
20 Remsen Street

20 Remsen Street

$11,350,000

  • 6 BEDROOMS
  • 6 FULL BATHS
  • 6,094 Sq.Ft.

Property Description

Welcome to 20 Remsen St, the pinnacle of townhome living, a 19th century Greek Revival mansion in the heart of the Brooklyn Heights Historic District. This serene five story, six-bedroom townhouse blends classic elegance with the finest details and modern luxuries. Nestled on a uniquely elevated cul-de-sac street that merges with the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, this historic brick home is nearly 26 ft wide, a two-family row house, that rises five stories, and beholds four separate outdoor spaces, an owner’s quadruplex, and a separate garden apartment. E

legant comfort abounds in this sophisticated home featuring approximately 6,094 square ft of interior living space, a lower level with sauna and built-out wine cellar, and a roof terrace with 360-degree skyline views. The home also offers three wood-burning fireplaces, state-of-the-art security, and central air systems. The front steps rise to a dramatic double-door entry accessing the vestibule which opens to the original grand staircase and gracious parlor floor with soaring 12-foot ceilings. The sun-filled living room and formal dining room are beset by hard wood flooring, custom millwork, fine picked plasterwork, marble mantels, shuttered windows, and more charming details.

Step into the immaculate gourmet kitchen overlooking the garden, with an abundance of custom cabinetry, honed black granite countertops, a deep oversized sink, and stainless-steel appliances. The owner’s quadruplex begins on the parlor level with formal living and dining rooms and a windowed gourmet kitchen. The dining room extends onto a spacious veranda with access to a garden oasis. The kitchen is adorned with stone countertops, custom cabinets, and stainless-steel appliances from Bosch, Dynasty and Sub-Zero. This floor of the home is where cherished memories are created. It's a place for cozy moments in front of a crackling fireplace, joyful gatherings in the kitchen while baking and sharing nibbles with loved ones, and seamless indoor/outdoor living that allows for entertaining with open French doors against the backdrop of a beautiful summer sunset.

The third level has a pair of bedrooms with walk-in closets that share access to a windowed bathroom with a deep soaking tub. One of these bedrooms has a private balcony overlooking the garden. The library room, perhaps a nod to the home’s notable literary history, rounds out this floor. On the fourth level is a gorgeous primary suite and another large bedroom and bathroom. The primary suite has two walk-in closets and windowed en-suite bathroom with step-in shower and deep soaking tub, while the additional bedroom has easy access to an additional bathroom.

All the bedrooms have mantels, including some Greek Revival-style marble. The fifth level is an open entertaining room with soaring ceilings, skylights, a wet bar, a windowed powder room, and a tranquil study (or additional bedroom or home office). The private rooftop deck offers incredible views of the Manhattan skyline and New York harbor. The cellar level has a laundry room, cedar closet, storage rooms, a spa sauna with shower suite, and a separate 1,800-bottle temperature-controlled wine cellar.

The Garden unit has a private entrance, a large living room, a kitchen, a bathroom with laundry, and a spacious bedroom, with access to a lush garden with stone pavers and tall privacy fencing. This could be the perfect space for an in-law suite, guest apartment, studio, space for your office/practice, or more. Built circa 1857, 20 Remsen Street was the former writing studio of a reputed American novelist. This rarely available home has been reconfigured and renovated by Di Donno Associates Architects P.C. preserving and restoring elegant historic details throughout.

This stunning home is moments from the Promenade, Brooklyn Bridge Park, One 15 Brooklyn Marina, a variety of sporting facilities, award-winning dining and shopping options and DUMBO and Cobble Hill. Nearby subway lines include the 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, R. and the NYC Ferry also serves directly to Brooklyn Heights.

Overview

Property Type
Townhouse
Location
20 Remsen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
MLS ID
RPLU-1032522874278
Listing Last Updated

Property Features & Amenities

Interior

Total Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
6
Appliances
Washer Dryer Allowed

Exterior

Stories
4

Details

Neighborhood
Brooklyn Heights
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Financial

Price
$11,350,000
Real Estate Tax
$37,860/yr
Zoning
R6

Exclusive Listing Agents

Lucia Cousins

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

(917) 596-9220
Brandon Bogard

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

(646) 201-8782
Mallory Bogard

Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

(405) 317-5687

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