444 12TH Street #5D

444 12th Street, 5D/6D This unique 4-bedroom home at the coveted Ansonia awaits. This coveted address features loft style homes in a converted turn of the century brick and beam clock factory and remains an all-time favorite for Brownstone Brooklyn residents. After being greeted at the gatehouse by the full-time door person, wander through the grassy European styled courtyard complete with Cherry Blossom trees and Hydrangea bushes. Up 5 stories on the new elevator and through the redecorated common areas to this extra-large duplex with oversized factory style windows and cheerful eastern exposures. The open plan living and dining area on the 1st level feature a cook's kitchen equipped with a suite of stainless appliances and a spacious island for casual dining and food prep. This home has a perfect layout featuring four real bedrooms, two primary suites, and three spa-like bathrooms. Full sized vented laundry is conveniently located on the lower level. The 6th floor has an ample private outdoor space for both star gazing and al fresco dinners with dreamy tree top vistas and views of Prospect Park. The main primary ensuite is upstairs and outfitted with both a dressing area and windowed bath. The 2nd upstairs bedroom makes for the perfect guest room, nursery, or home office space with a large sliding door providing plenty of light. You will find the other two bedrooms downstairs beyond the open kitchen/living area; one an ensuite and the other a study with handsome millwork. Other creature comforts include: a vented washer/dryer, ample closets throughout, and essential central air conditioning. As a factory conversion, this elevator building is solidly built and boasts a full-time, live-in super and doorman. If parking your car is a must, there is an indoor spot waiting for you with storage as well for an additional cost. You're just a skip from magnificent Prospect Park, three blocks from the F train and around the corner from the local Elementary School on 8th Ave. Conveniently located between 7th and 8th Avenues, enjoy amazing dining options like Pasta Louise, Ottava, Fonda, and the divine Michelin bakery Winner. You may never cross 9th Street again!