321 Sterling Pl

Step into this 3,940 sq. ft. Brooklyn townhouse and you step into the opulent past. Located in the landmark Prospect Heights neighborhood, this four-story brownstone is situated on a "landmark" block. Classic stonework graces the front staircase and you're greeted at the front door by a lovely stained glass window. Step onto the parquet floors of this elegant residence and find, on the first floor, a living room, full eat-in kitchen, full bath, and laundry room. The renovated and modernized kitchen, with gas range and hood, includes ample storage and a marble-topped island. Make your way upstairs via the majestic staircase which features turned Eastlake newels and balusters. On the second floor, you'll find two bedrooms (or one bedroom plus a dining room). The front-facing bay windows are leaded glass; and throughout the home, you'll find original, well-preserved Eastlake style woodwork and leaded and stained glass windows. Ceiling and wainscotting moldings in the formal dining room and sitting room/bedroom are Rococo Revival style. The ornate fireplace mantels in the living room and formal dining room include exquisite Rococo Revival metal covers. Continuing upstairs, the third floor has two bedrooms plus an office and a full bath. The fourth floor has four bedrooms plus a full bath. The master bedroom includes three built-in wood closets with one featuring shelving and clear glass doors. The three baths feature original "subway" tile work and antique fixtures, including charming ball and claw-foot bathtubs. And you'll find many other impressive period details throughout the home. There is a full unfinished cellar and the home is situated on an extra-deep 19' x 131' lot with a 60'+ landscaped garden and parquet stonework patio. Located just blocks from the Brooklyn Museum, the Botanic Garden, Prospect Park and transportation 2/3/B/Q trains by Grand Army Plaza. If you like antiquities, you'll love this historic townhouse!