As median asking prices in Brooklyn stay above $1 million, it may seem hard to find an apartment with everything you want within the six-figure range. But if items on your list include in-unit laundry, prewar charm, and a prime location in Prospect Heights, then 806 Washington Ave. #3C fits the bill — and all for under $600K. Our Deal of the Week is a prewar 1-bedroom home just a couple of blocks from Prospect Park.
Learn more about our Deal of the Week!
The price: $575,000
The median asking price for a home in Prospect Heights was $1.3 million this May, according to the StreetEasy Data Dashboard. In other words, our Deal of the Week is well under half the median asking price in the neighborhood.
Buyers who put down a 10% down payment of $57,500 can expect to see monthly payments of $4,248. This includes a mortgage payment of $3,428 and maintenance fees of $820. That means monthly payments are also below the neighborhood’s median asking rent, which was $4,400 in May.
Why you’ll love it…
Upon entering this unit, you’ll be greeted by the custom green cabinetry in the kitchen and a conveniently placed closet. The kitchen has been updated with stainless steel appliances, including a large stacked fridge and freezer, full-size oven, mounted microwave, and dishwasher. Butcher block countertops tie the space together and provide a rustic touch.
The kitchen is open to the living area, which highlights the unit’s prewar details. Refinished hardwood floors still sport inlaid designs at the perimeters, and the unit has retained its original millwork. The room is anchored by two bay windows, which offer a perfect spot for a small dining table or seating area. The room’s third window is stained glass, creating a timeless and elegant vibe.
The vintage charm continues in the bathroom, outfitted in black-and-white tile floors and white tile walls. There’s a vanity with storage, in addition to a shower with the unit’s original cast iron tub. Next to the bathroom is the queen-sized bedroom, which has a window facing the back of the building for natural light without the noise. A pair of closets is tucked behind wooden doors that match the rest of the unit’s window trim and baseboards. One of the closets houses a washer/dryer, meaning you won’t even have to drag your hamper out of the bedroom to get laundry done.
This unit comes with its own storage space in the basement. The building also has a shared backyard with dining and lounge furniture, perfect for hanging out with a few friends or relaxing at the end of the day. One of the best things about the building is its location, right near Grand Army Plaza, Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Museum, the Brooklyn Public Library, and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, in addition to a slew of bars, restaurants, and cafes. And though there’s so much to explore in the neighborhood, when you need to leave, transit is a breeze with the 2, 3, 4, 5, and S trains all within a few blocks.
…and why you might not
Unfortunately, while cats are allowed, dogs are not. The building also doesn’t have an elevator, and the unit is on the third floor. But if you’re looking for a 1-bedroom in the heart of Prospect Heights for under $600K, this one’s definitely worth checking out!
Check out the listing at 806 Washington Ave. #3C, listed by Jackie Torren, Irine Blyumin, and Charlie Pigott of Corcoran.
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