505 Monroe Street is an historic two-family home in Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn that exudes comfort and tranquility with its warm touches and sun-drenched rooms. Located on a quiet tree-lined block with its impeccably maintained original turn of the century details from the doors, marble mantels, hardwood floors, moldings, shutters, high ceilings, a beautiful facade along with updated plumbing and electrical. Enjoy the owners duplex with 2.5 bedrooms, a grand entertainment and living space, a large eat-in kitchen with private access garden, tons of natural light and a washer/dryer hookup in the mud room. The tall basement can also be converted into a multi-purpose space increasing the available livable space. The rental unit on the top floor is a 1.5 bedroom unit that features a renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry and a renovated bathroom. Conveniently located close to Saraghina, Casa Blanca, Chez Oscar L'Antagoniste, Bar Lunatica and Eugene and Company, Peaches Hot House, Buttermilk Cafe and host of other trendy bars, shops and eateries.  The house is also in close proximity to the Coop School, The Brownstone School, Herbert Von King Park, Crossfit Outbreak - Bed Stuy, Blink Fitness. Easy access to the A express and C local trains at Utica Avenue makes Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Williamsburgh, Crown Heights and Bushwick just a short distance away.MOTIVATED SELLER.Property Dimensions: Interior:Cellar: 740Ground floor: 812First floor: 716Second floor: 716Total: 2984 sq.ft.Interior Gross:Cellar: 870Ground floor: 945First floor: 820Second floor: 820Total: 3455 sq.ft.