165 Taaffe Pl

OPEN HOUSES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! This expansive 1,226 sq. ft. duplex residence is a convertible two-bedroom, one-and-a-half bath home with an incredible 878 sq. ft. private garden and a dedicated storage room—all within a boutique condominium on the border of Clinton Hill and Bedford-Stuyvesant. The upper level features an open-concept chef’s kitchen outfitted with white quartz countertops, custom white oak shelving, and sleek Nobilia gloss white cabinets, complemented by a premium Bosch/Fisher & Paykel stainless steel appliance package. The bright and airy living/dining area flows seamlessly into the massive private outdoor space—perfect for entertaining a crowd or enjoying quiet moments surrounded by greenery. Also on this level is a generously sized bedroom and a stylish full bathroom boasting a drop-in soaking tub, Brizo matte black fixtures, a DuraStyle wall-mounted toilet, custom recessed mirror, and a designer vanity with a contemporary black faucet. Downstairs, the flexible lower level offers a blank canvas ideal for a second bedroom, den, home office, gym, or creative studio. It includes a convenient powder room and a second entrance to the garden. Additional highlights include a stackable LG washer/dryer, central A/C, white oak hardwood flooring, and oversized windows that flood the home with natural light. Set in one of Brooklyn’s most diverse and creative neighborhoods, this home is surrounded by art, culture, and culinary gems. Explore the Pratt Institute Sculpture Garden, enjoy community events at Myrtle Plaza, and indulge in local favorites like Clementine Bakery, Ugu Sushi, and Locanda Vini e Olii. Just under three blocks to the Classon Ave G train, this home is the perfect blend of space, style, and location.