42 2nd Street

***Welcome to 42 2nd Street, a historical, 3-story townhouse located in one of Brooklyn's most coveted neighborhoods, Carroll Gardens. Experience the charm and elegance of a bygone era in this rare property.*** Retaining many of its Victorian architectural features and decorative ornamentation, this gem boasts a spacious layout with a grand foyer featuring original wooden handrails, three fireplaces and other ornate details. Offering endless possibilities, this two-family home is ideal for personal use with the bonus of a rental income OR transform this 4-level, ~ 3,000 square foot home into the residence of your dreams. LAYOUT: The owner's triplex offers a spacious layout across two floors and includes a finished basement. The main floor of the unit consists of a welcoming living room, formal dining room, and an eat-in kitchen which opens to the large backyard, a perfect set-up for entertaining. On the parlor level, you are greeted by beautifully high ceilings and an expansive foyer that connects to two generously sized bedrooms and an additional smaller bedroom. Discover oversized pocket doors, two fireplaces, an abundance of built in storage. The third/top floor hosts a separate apartment, great for added rental income. This unit opens into a spacious, sun-filled living area with a kitchenette overlooking the quiet rear yards of the neighboring row houses- the space can accommodate both a full living room set and dining area. A queen size bedroom with a large closet completes the space, and there is an additional smaller room off the main bedroom. SET-UP: 1st Floor: Living room with fireplace, formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen with a skylight and access to private backyard, and full bathroom. 2ND FLOOR King size bedroom with a fireplace and two large built-in closets. Queen sized bedroom with a fireplace and closet. One additional smaller bedroom. 3RD FLOOR 1.5 bedroom apartment with a kitchenette, living/dining area and a full bathroom. BASEMENT Finished basement with wet bar; high ceilings; built in stairs with bulkhead. OUTDOORS: Gated front garden and access to walk-in level. Large private backyard with raised concrete enclosed flower beds. LOCATION: -Convenient Transportation F/G train subway station located right on the corner at Smith and 2nd street. -Nestled between Hoyt and Smith Street in the heart of Carroll Gardens this home has access to the best shops, restaurants, specialty stores, bars, supermarkets, and all the charm that Brooklyn has to offer. -Residents can explore the dynamic energy of Brooklyn while still enjoying the tranquility of a tree lined residential street. *Don't miss out on the chance to make this exceptional home your own!* ADDITIONAL: -Updated plumbing existing on the second floor, a bathroom can be easily installed on this level. -The eat-in-kitchen is a fully legalized extension to the original structure (filed and approved). -The three fireplaces are not functional but may be able to be restored *(must be independently verified). -Built-in concrete stairs with bulkhead to front yard. -All windows replaced in 2018 -New roof -New hot water tank LOT SIZE: 20 x 90 BUILDING SIZE: 20 x 38 SQUARE FEET: 3,000 ZONING: R6B TAXES: $5,326 *All information is deemed reliable but should be independently verified and is not guaranteed.