34 Hicks St

Historic + Stylish North Heights townhouse. The front of 34 Hicks Street looks like an original storefront with 2 stories above. However once you open the front door you will be quite surprised. This townhouse was dramatically re-configured in the l960's-1970's and the basement level was included into the design. The rear of the building now has a wall of windows on the lower 2 levels facing West, and bringing in beautiful afternoon light....looking out onto a charming garden. This townhouse is configured as a double duplex, elegant and modern in it's open design. Each duplex has dramatic 2 story Living Rooms, 1.5 baths, custom cabinets, lots of built-ins and custom designed kitchens and baths. Lower unit has 1 + BR's, and the top duplex has potential for 2+ BR's. Originally the building was a blacksmith's home and forge in 1860 and later it was an antique store. It was burnt down and rebuilt in 1921. Most recently in the l960's it has been a home to an award winning artist and theater/TV set designer for many of the productions whose names you would recognize. This dramatically designed space needs some TLC. Keep the floor plan as it is and restore it into it's former l960's -1970's glory....or reconfigure it for your needs today. Lower apartment was owner occupied, top duplex has been rented. Building will be delivered vacant. Taxes presently are $965 per month. Close to great restaurants like Henry's End and Jack The Horse Tavern. Just a few blocks to the Promenade, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Dumbo, Empire Stores, Joe's Coffee and all the great shopping in the Heights. 1 subway stop to Manhattan.