427 Hancock Street, Brooklyn NY 11216

Located in beautiful Bedford-Stuyvesant on the highly coveted tree-lined block of Hancock Street is this rare four story, two-family Brownstone, circa 1899 (per DOB records). This home offers over 3,192 square feet not including an approximate additional 798 sq. ft. of unfinished cellar. This home has south facing windows in the front and receives a generous amount of natural light. It has very nice original details that include a pier mirror, parquet floors and pine plank wood floors, pocket doors, window shutters, plaster moldings, brass hardware and six fireplaces with wood mantels & mirrors, plaster moldings and ceiling medallions. The current setup features an owner's triplex unit on the garden, parlor and third floors plus a full cellar with approximate 7' ceiling. There's also a two bedroom, one bath rental unit on the very top floor that can be renovated to maximize rental income to offset the mortgage. Or, reverse the layout and make the rental unit on the garden level and combine it with the cellar and backyard to maximize rental income and create the owner's unit on the three upper floors with a deck off the back. Bring your architect, contractor and creative eye to make this your dream home or dream investment property in Brownstone Brooklyn. This property is NOT located on a landmarked block but benefits from being located near the Bedford Historic District. Schools, public transportation, Tompkins Ave, Citibikes, FoodTown, fresh food markets, restaurants, coffee shops, Blink gym, Yoga, Pilates, pet shops, parks, banks, Billie Holiday, Restoration Plaza and other conveniences are all near by. This property is being sold in as-is condition. All offers must be in writing with proof of funds and pre-approval. The property will be delivered vacant and can close quickly! We look forward to giving you a tour of this magnificent home!