217 Dekalb Ave Brooklyn, NY 11205

This Federal Brick townhouse was built in 1850 by James Lock and was originally part of the Ryerson Farm which was sectioned off into lots, and was sold in the mid-1840s. This stately Italianate townhouse is configured as a three family, but is currently a two family with two furnished rooms. This gorgeous home offers: Southern exposures, original brick faade, original cornice, plaster moldings, plaster medallions, five working wood burning fireplaces with beautiful mantles, window shutters throughout, original staircase, ornate hardwood floors with double borders, 9 wide pine plank floors on garden level, (upper floor also have hard wood floors) and floor to ceiling windows in the parlor. This home offers four floors measuring 20X38, a full basement, a full garden and the lot measures 20X93. This current configuration is an owners duplex, with two floor through apartments above and its currently being taxed as a three family. This townhouse is located in the historic landmark district and has the potential to be extraordinary (Please bring your contractor) and is awaiting your vision! Located in close proximity to Fort Greens restaurant row close to countless acclaimed restaurants including: Colonia Verde, Miss Ada, Walters, Dino, Evelina, Gentleman Farmer, Prospect, Bisou Bisou, Olea, Luannes Wild Ginger, Cafe e Vino, Maison May Dekalb, Dosa Royale, Cafe Paulette and many more! This home is also local to Fort Greene Park, Atlantic Terminal with proximity to 11 subway lines including: 2/3, 4/5, G, B/D, Q, M, N/R and the LIRR, Barclay's Center, BAM, BRIC Cultural Arts Center, Polonsky Shakespear Center, and convenient shopping including:, Whole Foods, The Farmers Market, Dekalb Market Hall, Greenlight Book Store and The Apple Store just to name a few!