Overview
Welcome to 887 Lincoln Place -- a gorgeous 1899 revival renaissance brownstone, nestled in the heart of Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Located on a picturesque, tree-lined block with a vibrant, diverse community, this historic gem of a home offers the perfect blend of timeless charm and modern living. 887 Lincoln Place is a legal three-family residence, configured as a 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom triplex plus cellar. Located on a stunning, tree-lined landmarked row, the facade of this brownstone is bright and south-facing. The home boasts expansive living areas with high ceilings, bathed with natural light, adorned with charming period details, including hardwood floors, original moldings, stained glass transoms and large bay windows in the front and the back. The spectacular garden level (ground floor) features a full bathroom and a very quiet private bedroom with direct garden access. The airy open space makes an incredible studio space, with wide plank hickory flooring, a stunning feature brick wall, and custom lighting controls. On the second level (parlor), visitors are welcomed into a well-preserved foyer featuring an original carved wood staircase and a beautiful, large pier mirror in the living room. Pocket doors open to reveal a spacious, modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, a mantel mirror, a large kitchen island, and an additional quiet bedroom. The private backyard is accessible through a door off the kitchen, which also includes in-unit stackable laundry. The third floor offers a bright, airy and versatile layout, with three bedrooms, one bathroom, a study, and an accessory kitchen -- perfect for family living and guest accommodations. The full cellar is clean and prepared for whatever ideas a new owner may bring -- ready to be used as storage, workshop, game room, additional activity space. The structure of the cellar and ground floor are in new condition and the mechanicals of the home in excellent working order. Hydronic hot water radiators powered by gas fired boiler, hot water heater, updated electricals, new roof and skylights. This 20x52 brownstone sits on a 20x100 lot, offering a total interior space of 3, 418 sq. ft. and approximately 790 sq. ft. of private exterior space. The home is a short walk from Brower Park, Brooklyn Children’s Museum, Brooklyn Museum and Botanical Gardens, Prospect Park and many good restaurants, bakeries, and coffee shops. Transportation is excellent, with a five-minute walk to the Nostrand Ave 3 train, 20 minutes to Wall Street.