Brooklyn (Brooklyn Heights), NY, 11201 | $12,950,000

Located on a quaint tree-lined "Place" block in Brooklyn Heights, 38 Monroe Place boasts a beautiful brownstone facade and a sunken mansion entry, giving it a grand and elegant appearance. With five bedrooms, five full bathrooms, and three powder rooms spread across 22 feet and 5 stories (including a finished basement), this home offers over 7, 200 square feet of living space. The interior is beautifully designed, with excellent ceiling heights and oversized windows that let in plenty of natural light.

The garden and parlor floor extension create a unique and gracious layout perfect for entertaining. Luxurious features include an elevator that services all floors, a chef's kitchen with an en suite living room, two remote activated gas fireplaces, and a full floor master suite with two walk-in closets, a dressing room, and a marble bath. The wide plank, Rift White Oak floors throughout the home add a touch of sophistication.

In addition to the indoor living space, there are three sizable outdoor spaces - a planted garden, a fourth-floor rear terrace, and a massive roof terrace with breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor, and all of Brooklyn. The house is pre-wired for power shades on all windows, with power shades installed on the first three floors, and a lighting control system throughout the house, adding to the modern luxury feel.

Located on the historic Monroe Place, which dates back to the early 1830s and is named after James Monroe, 5th President of the United States, this picturesque street is lined with townhouses and historic architecture. The home is conveniently located only minutes from Manhattan and steps from local schools, charming restaurants, and cafes, and the famed Brooklyn Heights Promenade.

Overall, this elegant home offers palatial space, classic contemporary style, and modern luxury, making it an exceptional find in the heart of New York City's first historic district.

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