Condo pick of the week

This Greenpoint condo gives you a perch overlooking McCarren Park

By Alanna Schubach  | May 5, 2016 - 2:59PM
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Though some turn up their noses at Greenpoint due to its dependence on the sometimes-unreliable G train, with the pending L shutdown, the north Brooklyn neighborhood is likely to get a lot more desirable. This two-bedroom, situated right across from McCarren Park, offers easy access to both Greenpoint and Williamsburg, plus expansive views of the greenspace and Manhattan skyline beyond. The apartment is in a boutique condo built in 2008, and at $1.375 million (through Stribling and Associates), it's a touch expensive for the area, so you may be paying extra for proximity to one of Brooklyn's favorite backyards. 

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The third floor unit is accessible by a private, keyed elevator, which opens onto the living area. Large north- and west-facing windows offer impressive park vistas, and the Empire State Building is visible beyond the treetops; a small balcony allows for enough room to stand outside and take it all in.

The kitchen, which shares the space, boasts a breakfast bar, marble backsplash, white stone countertops, and dark custom cabinetry for an attractive contrast. Though it's small, it's also gourmand-friendly, with upscale appliances, a wine fridge, and a pantry for extra storage.

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 The master bedroom also makes the most of its location with nearly floor-to-ceiling windows, plus a balcony large enough for a seating area. For storage, you'll find a full wall of closets and built-in shelving. The en-suite bathroom, while narrow, has a sophisticated look, with its dark porcelain tile and walk-in shower with a pebbled floor. And the second bedroom, adjacent to the master, has its own bathroom as well.

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The apartment's common areas include additional closet space, as well as a washer and dryer; the unit also comes with central air and heat. Plus, pets are permitted, and with the park next door, you'll have no shortage of places to let them romp around. 

 

Alanna Schubach

Contributing writer

Contributing editor Alanna Schubach has over a decade of experience as a New York City-based freelance journalist.

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