House of the Day: Lefferts Manor FSBO
Three different readers sent us the link to the Lefferts Manor limestone being sold sans broker. While the owners may not have the web design skills and marketing savvy of the Fizzbows, we still like their independent and enterprising spirit. Will buyers like the $930,000 price tag? We’ll see. Here’s what one of the tipsters…
Three different readers sent us the link to the Lefferts Manor limestone being sold sans broker. While the owners may not have the web design skills and marketing savvy of the Fizzbows, we still like their independent and enterprising spirit. Will buyers like the $930,000 price tag? We’ll see. Here’s what one of the tipsters had to say: “This house is in a pristine row of limestones in the historically landmarked district in single family only Lefferts Manor. It seems like a good price for the area (there are homes sold for over $1 million now).” Curious? You can check out the open house this Sunday from 1 to 3 pm. Address: 156 Maple Street between Bedford and Rogers.
Limestone for Sale [156 Maple Street] GMAP
“As far as I know, most of them went to PS261, public schools in Park Slope and private schools.”
Ah, so that’s how you save the $400K in private schools — live in Park Slope until your kids turn five, get them into your zoned school, then hightail it across the park! Way to contribute to the betterment of your tight-knit community!
I posted at the same time as “anonymous 5:22.
I’m not sure how much I have to add about the Lefferts Manor Association. FWIW, I’ve been on the LMA board for about 22 years, served four terms as President, and now edit the Echo, our newsletter.
The Lefferts Manor Association was founded in 1919 and is one of the oldest homeowner groups in the City. You can read more about us on our website:
http://leffertsmanor.org/
and get a PDF of the latest Echo here:
http://leffertsmanor.org/newsletter.shtml
Yes, I forgot to identify myself at 5:22. But I’m a poster who is most happy to be a Gardens Gal.
Although we don’t live in LM, our daughter went to Maple Street School on Lincoln Road, which is a great option for preschool (2-5 years old). Many of her former classmates live in the neighborhood. As far as I know, most of them went to PS261, public schools in Park Slope and private schools.
I love the look of the area and the fact that it is so near the park, zoo, Botanic Gardens, etc. Flatbush Avenue is a bit of a drag though.
One of the many anonymous posters wrote “the real question about PLG is why aren’t there more amenities as compared to the other ‘rising’ areas?”
That’s something I’ve wondered about for over 30 years. I think the answer has been a combination of two main factors. One is our proximity to Park Slope–it’s SO easy to drive there for shopping or dining. The other is the relatively low population density of the middle class parts of the neighborhood with Lefferts Manor limited (mostly) to single family use and the relatively small size of the brownstones outside of the Manor that can have rentals–few are more than two family.
Many of the residents of he apartment buildings in PLG have not had the economic ability to support more upscale shops while those who could do so have been relatively few in number and tend to shop across the park.
However there are signs of change. A group called “PLUS” (Prospect Lefferts United for Services) has been pushing to bring in more upscale businesses. For example, a new cafe is set to open soon onLincoln Road, near the subway. Also, I’ve noticed a small but increasing number of middle class peaple moving into apartment buildings, on Ocean Avenue, facing Prospect Park, and onother blocks as well–hopefully increasing the base of people who will support more amenities.
Anon 4:35:
Although I think there may be others who are better suited to address your specific question, it is my understanding that there are organized efforts afoot to improve the quality and array goods and services that are currently available in PLG. In fact, a group of area residents known as PLUS (Prospect Lefferts United for Services) has been working behind the scenes for some time now on this very goal. I’ve been told that PLUS recently surveyed the opinions of homeowners in the Manor (I only wish they had extended the questionnaire beyond PLM to all of PLG!)as to what amenities they would like to see come to the neighborhood. These survey results are now being communicated to area merchants with the goal towards moving many vendors to upgrade and/or diversify their offerings. PLUS also applied for, and received, some funds to improve the streetscape on Lincoln Road. And, an eagerly awaited new business (to be owned and operated by a PLUS member)is soon to open on Lincoln Road and will offer sandwiches, coffees, pastries, etc.
The residents of Lefferts Manor have their own newsletter and maintain strong community ties via the Lefferts Manor Association. Their membership numbers have recently seen a dramatic increase. (Perhaps Bob Marvin will pipe in here to tell you all about LMA). There is also PLGNA: Prospect Lefferts Gardens Neighborhood Association. This larger, areawide group focuses on the community as a whole and addresses the broad hopes and concerns of area homeowners, apartment dwellers, business people, etc. Plus, many of the blocks within PLG and LM have their own block associations. So, for example, my own block on Ocean Avenue (which fronts Prospect Park) has the Prospect Park Homeowners Association. All of these groups, and probably several others that I have failed to name, are actively engaged in affirming our already strong community as well as in working towards overall area improvement.
lots of kids in the neighborhood go to public school. they travel a little longer than some kids in other neighborhoods, but it’s not a big deal.
btw, i never questioned the value of this site, or these discussions. i merely said that they are bruising and that I am tired of them.
75 maple is a 3650 sq ft house. pal.
They are not all from larger homes..the ones on Maple are similar PAL!