Exposed brick, high ceilings, hardwood floors: when it comes to New York City real estate, some things are classics for a reason. These classics are all on display in this weekend’s open house roundup. But don’t panic if the home of your dreams isn’t included below — you can browse hundreds of more listings on StreetEasy.
We kick off our list of open houses for May 20 and 21 with a 2-bedroom listing that boasts one of the more unique doors we’ve ever seen in NYC: a sliding, barn-style apparatus that separates the living room from the primary bedroom. Brick walls coupled with raw wood beams and ceilings further create a rustic feel, while sleek white cabinetry and immaculate tiling highlight the kitchen and bathroom’s modern sensibilities. The combination of these different motifs results in a cozy West Village home that keeps you guessing at every turn.
A 2-bedroom corner apartment located in a Fort Greene brownstone? Dreams do come true. The heart of this charming home is the spacious and window-lined living and dining expanse. From there, head over to the primary bedroom and admire its brick accent wall and picturesque views. Use the second bedroom as a nursery, home office space, craft room – the sky’s the limit! Other perks include a luscious front garden, shared with the four neighboring units in the building.
Calling all book lovers! This next house is perfect for living out your Beauty and the Beast inspired library fantasies due to its built-in, solid oak bookshelves that span the entire 13-foot height of the unit. But that’s not the only striking design choice in the home. Custom terrazzo countertops paired with matte black cabinets make for a lively but chic kitchen. The cork closet doors bring a zen quality to the bedroom loft space. And we could write an essay on the high quality of light provided by the three fully openable living room exposures.
Feast your eyes on this 3-bedroom work of art located just steps away from Prospect Park. Upon entering the home you’ll be taken with its long, dramatic foyer and stately wall trim. The living and dining rooms sit on opposite sides of the massive floor plan, creating a lovely, organic flow for entertaining guests. No expense was spared when renovating key spaces of the home, such as the kitchen with its soothing sage floor tile. And don’t even get us started on the Instagram-worthy bathtub!
We conclude our tour of NYC open houses for May 20 and 21 with a quirky East Village 2-bedroom. Light-washed exposed brick and French doors contribute to a warm, bohemian vibe in the living area, while multi-colored backsplash and retro light fixtures create an artsy kitchen space. A pop of green in the primary bedroom exudes happiness. And if all that isn’t enticing enough, the building has extremely flexible subletting, gifting, and pied-à-terre policies.