196 Berkeley Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11217

This North Slope beauty has grand proportions, an elegant lay out, superb original details and is perfectly located near the trains, the park, and on the cusp of two fantastic neighborhoods: Park Slope and Prospect Heights. Currently it is configured as an upper triplex with 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths and a one bedroom garden rental. The expansive and gracious double parlor has 2 defined seating areas and flows into the eat- in kitchen. Two large sets of double doors lead to a lovely deck which overlooks the South facing garden and makes the beauty of the outdoors easily accessible and easy for entertaining. The parlor floor retains many original detailsincluding a full length pier mirror, stained glass transoms, decorative fireplaces, parquet floors, shutters and restored plaster work and crown moldings. These magnificent details coupled with the oversized windows and soaring ceilings make this a light filled and stunning living space. Take the stairs up to the 3rd floor where you will find a massive master bedroom with 3 floor to ceiling windows, a Juliet balcony with original iron work and a decorative fireplace. This room is connected by a pass through with pre war vanities to a second large bedroom. The sun filled 4th floor houses the remaining 3 bedrooms.The house could easily be reconfigured to incorporate the garden level or left as is to collect a high rental income. Situated on a beautiful tree lined street and in close proximity to Prospect Park, the subways, the Farmers' Market, the Brooklyn Museum, Botanic Gardens and the best that Park Slope and Prospect Heights has to offer this home is perfectly located. This spacious, light filled and elegant home awaits your finishing touches.