77 Monroe Street

77 Monroe was originally constructed in 1899. This newly renovated home is the perfect combination of high-end finishes, modern technology, and impeccable details, an honorable salute to its past. This townhouse is a four-story, two-family Brownstone. The house features 6 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 2 powder rooms, a large parlor deck, and an expansive backyard garden. From the wide plank Oak floors to original woodwork, attention to detail can be found throughout this well-appointed home. As you enter the owner’s 5 bed 4 full bath 2 half bath triplex, you are greeted by a beautiful foyer with an oversized half-glass original entry door. Stepping into a parlor floor, you realize the breadth of space as the 10-foot ceilings let the light radiate. The living/dining area features beautiful custom built-ins and thoughtfully designed molding. The kitchen features an island, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, a full suite of Thermador appliances, and a microwave drawer. Past the kitchen is a full glass double door that leads out to the deck which overlooks the serene backyard. Upstairs you find five bedrooms and four full baths. The elegant primary bedroom faces the serene backyard gardens and features three windows, a reading nook, and a large walk-through closet space. The five-fixture primary bath is adorned with marble tiled floors, a tasteful double vanity, a glass-enclosed rain shower, and a deep-soaking tub. Down the hall, another bedroom can serve as an office or nursery. On the third floor, there are three bedrooms and two bathrooms each with a bright skylight. The private basement can be accessed through an interior staircase and is finished with tile floors and a half bathroom. It can easily be transformed into a playroom, media den, or artist studio. The separate garden floor one-bedroom unit can serve as an income-producing property or in-law apartment. This masterfully re-imagined townhouse is located on a beautiful, tree-lined street on the border of Bedford-Stuyvesant and Clinton Hill. You are moments away from great dining establishments such as Pilar, StoneFruit, Hart's, Golda, and Do or Dive as well as Von King Park which features a playground and basketball court. Nearby public transportation includes the A/C & G trains or the Halsey B26, and JFK is a short 20-minute drive.