401 HICKS Street #B6D

This two bedroom, two and a half bath duplex condominium is on the top floor of the schoolhouse building at the Arches. An elegant floating staircase connects the two floors and gives each bedroom a sense of private space. There is abundant sun from south facing exposures in all the rooms. The galley kitchen features stainless steel appliances and is open to the living and dining areas, creating a welcoming atmosphere perfect for entertaining guests. Each bedroom has an en-suite bath and there is also a half bath off the living room for guests. There is ample closet space as well as a washer/dryer in the apartment. From the spacious master bedroom on the upper level you can step onto your own private south facing terrace and watch the sun rise and set.

This elevator building has a live-in super and a video intercom. The master bedroom terrace overlooks a lovely landscaped common mews/courtyard with two waterfalls - a peaceful place to sit and relax. The J-51 real estate tax abatement went into effect in July 2006 and reduces the tax for this unit to just $53.00 per month! In the heart of Cobble Hill, you are steps from wonderful neighborhood cafes and shops and only minutes from Manhattan via all major subway routes. The building is pet friendly and zoned for PS 29 as well.