New York, NY 11233

Property

Ownership: For Sale
Type: Single Family
Rooms: 19
Bedrooms: 5 BR
Bathrooms: 5
Lot Size: 0.0 Acres

Financials

Price:$2,695,000
Annual Taxes:$6,699
Listing Courtesy of Lanciano Pizante

Welcome to 479 Hancock Street a thoughtfully reimagined four story brownstone set on a picturesque, tree lined block in the heart of Stuyvesant Heights.

Description

Welcome to 479 Hancock Street — a thoughtfully reimagined four-story brownstone set on a picturesque, tree-lined block in the heart of Stuyvesant Heights. This fully renovated two-family residence offers approximately 3,600 square feet of well-balanced living space, blending classic Brooklyn character with a modern, functional layout designed for everyday living. The owner’s residence spans multiple levels, creating a true townhouse experience with room to live, work, and unwind. The parlor level opens into a bright and inviting living space, flowing seamlessly into a formal dining area and a custom kitchen with direct access to an oversized private deck and backyard — a natural extension of the home, ideal for both quiet mornings and hosting. Upstairs, the layout continues with intention. A flexible room serves well as a home office or additional bedroom, while the primary suite offers a more private retreat, complete with a walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom featuring a wet room and steam shower. The top floor includes two well-proportioned en-suite bedrooms, each with its own full bath, providing comfort and privacy throughout. A fully finished cellar adds another layer of usability, easily adapting to a media room, gym, playroom, or additional lounge space depending on your needs. The garden level is configured as a separate one-bedroom residence with its own entrance and in-unit washer and dryer, offering flexibility for additional income, extended living, or guest space. Outdoor areas have been designed with equal care, including a large deck off the kitchen, a private backyard, and rooftop access with the potential to create an elevated outdoor setting. With a full gut renovation, a versatile multi-level layout, and the added benefit of an income-producing unit, this is a home that offers both immediate comfort and long-term flexibility — all within one of Brooklyn’s most established and steadily evolving neighborhoods.

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Dryer
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Electricity Connected
  • Formal Dining
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Open Floorplan
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Long Island MLS

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