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$5,500,000
Townhouse - In Contract

253 Hicks Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
2625 Sqft
$29,145
Estimated Monthly
$0
HOA / Fees
1.27%
Cap Rate

About This Property

An exceptionally rare offering, this historic corner carriage house is classically appointed, awash in gorgeous light throughout, and showcases a striking Greek Revival facade with arched windows that afford it a prominent vantage point at the entrance to Grace Court Alley, one of Brooklyn Heights most coveted private mews. 

Spanning two stories with an additional finished basement – over ~3900 sq ft in total – plus a private landscaped roof deck, this home stands apart from other carriage houses in the area with high ceilings (nearly 11 ft on the main level), multiple exposures from oversized windows, and expansive rooms. The current owner has been a thoughtful caretaker of this lovingly tended home for over 50 years, maintaining its character and grace.

A landscaped front garden – with window boxes and established callery pear trees that bookend the home – provides a warm entry to the sunlit foyer. The space then opens to a gallery and elegant formal dining room adorned with detailed molding and vintage tea chest paper. The nearly 25' wide great room dramatically punctuates this level, with a working wood-burning fireplace, floor-to-ceiling library and double-wide windows overlooking charming Grace Court Alley that were once an entryway to the carriage house.

An eat-in-kitchen, jewel box powder room and convenient wet bar round out the parlor floor.

The second floor has almost 10 ft ceilings and is similarly tranquil with treetop views, beautiful light and offers 5 bedrooms – including a spacious primary bedroom with dressing room while another is currently used as an intimate den with a greenhouse window. Additionally, 2 full baths as well as a laundry room complete this level.

The top floor leads to a lush aerie: a nearly 600 sq ft IPE landscaped roof deck with built-in planters and verdant panoramic Brooklyn Heights views.

The fully finished basement with original stone floor comprises a recreation space, multiple deep storage closets, and a working pottery studio/workspace. The home also has multi-zoned central a/c. 

This special home is thought to have been built between the 1860s - 1880s and designed by William Tubby, regarded as one of Brooklyn's finest late 19th century architects. Tubby was noted for his work for Charles Pratt resulting in several Pratt Institute buildings and private estates as well as the wholesale Wallabout Market, five of Brooklyn's Carnegie Libraries, and Manhattan's  American Thread Building, among others.

Just moments from public transportation, the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Brooklyn Bridge Park and an array of dining and shopping options on Montague Street and nearby vibrant brownstone Brooklyn neighborhoods. Shown by private appointment.
Unit Size
2,625Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
-
Price per sqft
$2,095
Property Type
Townhouse
Property Taxes
$2,139
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1910
Listed By
Last updated: 5 days ago (RLS #COMP-1546375744202474105)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Apr 25, 2024 In contract -
In contract
Oct 24, 2023 Listed by Compass $5,500,000
Listed by Compass

Property Highlights

Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Interior Details

Bedroom Information

Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1

Interior Information

Interior Features: Wet Bar, Builtin Features, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Eatin Kitchen, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Bar, Walk In Closets
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
Living Area: 2625

Room Information

Laundry Features: See Remarks
Rooms: 9

Fireplace Information

Has Fireplace
Fireplaces: 1

Basement Information

Has Basement
Full
Exterior Details

Property Information

Year Built: 1915

Building Information

Window Features: Skylights
Pets Allowed: Building No, Cats O K, Dogs O K

Lot Information

Lot Size Dimensions: 50.000000x26.250000

Land Information

Tax Lot: 24
Tax Block: 00253

Comparables

Unit
Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
HOA + Taxes
House
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,360 ft²
$1,667/ft²
$5,600,000 Aug 17, 2020
$5,600,000 Mar 15, 2021
-
Townhouse
5 Beds
5 Baths
4,000 ft²
$1,175/ft²
$4,700,000 May 15, 2019
$4,700,000 Mar 16, 2020
-
House
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,878 ft²
$2,830/ft²
$5,315,000 Jun 29, 2021
$5,315,000 Sep 24, 2021
-
House
6 Beds
4 Baths
3,280 ft²
$1,982/ft²
$6,500,000 Feb 7, 2022
$6,500,000 Jun 9, 2022
-
House
5 Beds
6 Baths
-
$5,650,000 Oct 6, 2020
$5,650,000 Jul 26, 2021
-
House
5 Beds
4 Baths
-
$5,700,000 Nov 5, 2018
$5,700,000 Apr 12, 2019
-
Townhouse
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,264 ft²
$1,762/ft²
$5,750,000 Apr 10, 2024
-
$1,555/mo
Condo
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,562 ft²
$1,782/ft²
$4,565,000 Aug 17, 2023
-
$7,620/mo
Condo
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,560 ft²
$1,756/ft²
$4,495,000 Dec 11, 2023
-
$2,918/mo
Condo
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,562 ft²
$1,754/ft²
$4,495,000 Oct 12, 2023
-
$7,578/mo
Condo
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,487 ft²
$1,809/ft²
$4,500,000 Nov 29, 2023
-
$3,513/mo
Condo
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,166 ft²
$2,304/ft²
$4,990,000 Mar 16, 2024
-
$2,543/mo

Past Sales

Date Unit Beds Baths Sqft Price Closed Owner Listed By

Building Info

253 Hicks Street 253 Hicks Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
  • 2 Units
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