246 FENIMORE St

SOLD! 246 Fenimore Street is one of New York's finest 'Diamonds in the Rough'. This fixer-upper townhouse is located in one of Brooklyn's most desired neighborhoods, commonly referred to as 'PLG': Prospect Lefferts Gardens. Rarely available, this single-unit, free standing, 2.5 story townhouse features (10) rooms; (5) bedrooms, (4) bathrooms, full basement, and detached, 2-car garage with driveway, and sits on a 60 ft x 84.58 lot (5,039SF).

FIRST FLOOR/PARLOR: The first, or parlor, floor open into the Grand Foyer nestled between the formal living room to the East and internal staircase to the West. Highlighted by original hardwood floors, Northern and Eastern exposures, and wood-burning fireplace, the living area (11'8"x 20'9") gazes onto a lush tree-lined block and provides a great opportunity to create a single or multi-purpose room. At the rear of the home, the existing kitchen (11'8"x13'9") can be upgraded with the addition of new, modern elements, such as a built-in refrigerator, double-oven, commercial style range, or an island cooktop; high-style faucets, ample kitchen lighting, bar sink, coffee bar, deep or full extension drawers, pot-filler, and so much more Adjacent to the kitchen is a formal dining room (12'x16'4") and powder room: a functional space for small- and large-scale gatherings. Both rooms allow access to the rear exterior and basement.

SECOND FLOOR: Using the internal staircase from the grand foyer, you will have convenient access to four (4) bedrooms and a full bathroom. All rooms are windowed, vary in size, and include closets providing a multitude of possibilities for use. THIRD FLOOR/ATTIC: With approximate ceiling height of 10', the attic features an additional bedroom w/ two (2) large closets and study. The extra-large, full bathroom w/ two (2) closets can be accessed from both rooms. This floor is a great opportunity to create a primary bedroom with en suite or a full-floor suite.

EXTERIOR: Built in 1910, 246 Fenimore is a two-and-a-half story, frame townhome featuring concrete, stucco-covered porch, patio deck, driveway (12'x64'8"), and two (2)-car garage with a chain link fencing surrounding the lot.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Taking its name from three nearby locations - Prospect Park, Lefferts Manor, and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden - Prospect Lefferts Gardens ("PLG," to locals) can be found below Empire Boulevard, on the eastern side of Prospect Park. Being nestled right up against Prospect Park, the neighborhood allows you to take full advantage of one-third of its namesake. Prospect Park serves as the gateway to the neighborhood with such amazing amenities such as the LeFrak Center at Lakeside, The Historic Beaux-Arts Boathouse on the Lullwater, Audobon Center, Brooklyn Central Library, Brooklyn Botanical Garden, Brooklyn Museum, Lincoln Road Playground, Prospect Park Carousel, and the Prospect Park Zoo. PLG is an ever-evolving neighborhood, and that's well reflected by its dining scene and neighborhood amenities. A few of our favorites include Blue Bird, El Patron, Midwood Flats, Hibiscus Brew, De Hot Pot, High Grade Coffee, Flatbush Bagels, Western Beef, Planet Fitness, UPS Store, TD Bank and Rite Aid, and Thriftway Pharmacy.

TRANSPORTATION: 2/5 at Winthrop St Q at Parkside Ave B/Q at Prospect Park S (Franklin Avenue Shuttle offer full time connecting service between the the B and Q at the Prospect Park/Empire Blvd station and the A and C at the Franklin Av/Fulton St station.)

SUBJECT TO SHORT SALE APPROVAL. RESTRICTIVE COVENANT PROHIBITS ERECTION OF "ANY BUILDING COMMONLY CALLED A FLAT, APARTMENT, OR TENEMENT HOUSE", AS STATED IN THE ORIGINAL DEED DATED AUGUST 17, 1895.