457 ovington avenue bay ridge 32015

We’re sure if you’ve spent any time in Bay Ridge, particularly on Ovington Avenue, you’ve noted this remarkable looking house at No. 457. And now it’s for sale.

There are no interior photos in the listing, unfortunately, but lots of information. First, it was built in the early 20th century by local developer Arthur Constant as his own house. Second, it’s chock full of original details such as pocket doors, mantels, stained glass, built-ins, pier mirrors, and even chandeliers and sconces, according to the writeup. There is a sunroom and a conservatory, and the mechanicals have been updated.

The floor plan shows what to us looks like a top-floor rental over a garden floor owner’s duplex, but the house is currently being used as an owner’s duplex over a garden rental. It will need restoration, according to the listing. What do you think of it and the ask of $1,650,000?

457 Ovington Avenue [Corcoran] GMAP
What’s up on Ovington Avenue? [Brownstoner]


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  1. I go by this house often and always wondered about it. I suggested it to Montrose for BOTD years ago. It’s a beauty from the outside except it’s on a block of mish mash, buildings, houses, fedders. It stands out as the beautiful elephant in the very ugly room. Facing the house, to the left are wood ‘garages’ (possibly carriage houses from a different era) that are on a huge lot. Wonder if the two properties were at one point associated.
    Sadly, I can see the two lots being bought and condos going up.

    For 1.5M this isn’t the block to live on.

  2. Went to the open house on Sunday – this was stunning inside – needs modernization, but tons of interesting original detail. Don’t know this part of the market, but with the right reno, this will be truly special.