286 Carroll St Brooklyn, NY 11231

Nestled on one of the prettiest blocks in Brooklyn, 286 Carroll is quintessentially Carroll Gardens. This classic brownstone with a deep front garden has great bones and wonderful original detail, from the iron gates to the high stoop and brownstone facade. This lovingly maintained home is available for the first time after decades of family ownership. It is perfectly located just a block from Carroll Park, the subway and Brooklyn's finest restaurants and retail shops.

The solidly built property offers a flexible floor plan. It is currently configured as a legal two-family, there is a large one bedroom apartment with den over the owners duplex, plus a full basement. The duplex features a living/dining room leading to the large kitchen. Walk out to the beautiful back yard through the finished rear extension. The patio is perfect for dining alfresco and raised beds are ready for your vegetable garden. Up the stairs, the parlor floor, comprising two bedrooms features sky high ceilings and original marble fireplaces. There is a bathroom on every floor and the updated rental unit features hardwood floors, marble fireplace, plaster moldings with brilliant light and views.

Move right in and begin collecting rent or bring your architect and start dreaming. With nearly 2300sf and all the charm and appeal anyone could wish for, the new owners will have the opportunity to redesign the interior to suit their tastes. Whether you keep the current configuration or convert to a spectacular single family home, 286 Carroll Street is ready for the next century!