Karibu kwenye 345 Gates Avenue, nyumba ya kupendeza yenye upana wa futi 20, ikiwa na familia mbili, ambayo inashughulikia zaidi ya futi mraba 3,500 kwenye mpaka wa Clinton Hill katika eneo bora la Bedford-Stuyvesant. Imejaa tabia ya asili na mvuto wa muda mrefu wa Brooklyn, hili ni aina ya nyumba inayokufanya usimame pale ulipo punde unapoingia.
Kwa sasa imeandaliwa kama duplex ya mmiliki iliyotandwa juu ya bustani iliyokuwa bora na inayoleta mapato, nyumba hii inachanganya kwa urahisi maelezo ya kihistoria na maisha ya kisasa ya Brooklyn.
Kiwango cha parlor kinafunguka kwenye chumba cha kupumzika kinachovutia kilicho na maelezo ya asili, ikijumuisha madirisha ya glasi iliyopakwa rangi na jiko linalowaka moto kwa kuni. Kando yake, eneo la kusoma la raha linaumba mpito wa joto na wa kukaribisha katika moyo wa nyumba: jikoni ya kupikia ya ajabu iliyoundwa kwa ajili ya burudani ya juu na maisha ya kila siku. Ikiwa na kabati za Brookhaven, maelezo ya trim ya asili yaliyotumika tena, rafu maalum, vifaa vya chuma vya piko bora, kaunta za mninga, na madirisha makubwa yenye sill za bluestone za desturi zikionyesha bustani tulivu chini, sehemu hii ni ya joto, maridadi, na inayofanya kazi.
Karibu na jikoni, hatua kwenye deck ya kibinafsi, ambayo inaelekea kwenye nyuma ya nyumba iliyopambwa vizuri na tulivu yenye uzio wa mbao za Ipe, bora kwa kahawa za asubuhi, chakula cha jioni msimu wa joto, bustani, au usiku wa kimya chini ya miti. Chumba cha mvuto cha poda kinakamilisha kiwango hiki kinachokaribisha, ambapo mwanga wa asili unamwagika ndani wakati wote wa siku.
Juu ya ngazi, chumba kikubwa cha kulala cha kwanza kina jiko la mapambo la asili na mantel, pamoja na ofisi ya nyumbani iliyoandaliwa kiufundi iliyoongezwa na dirisha la juu lililo na mvuto. Kando ya chumba cha kulala cha kwanza kuna chumba cha watoto chenye jua. Chumba cha pili chenye nafasi sawa kina kabati iliyojengwa maalum na skrini ya projector, bora kwa usiku wa filamu wa raha. Chumba cha kufulia cha ukubwa kamili, ambacho tayari kimeandaliwa kwa ajili ya bafuni ya baadaye, kinaongeza kubadilika na thamani. Bafuni ya kisasa iliyorekebishwa kwa umaridadi iliyomalizika kwa tiles za mweupe inakamilisha ghorofa ya juu.
Nyumba ya bustani pia ni ya kuvutia. Hii ni nyumba ya jua na tulivu yenye vyumba 2.5, bafu 1, inachanganya mvuto wa nyumba za zamani za Brooklyn na maboresho ya kiufundi, ikiwa ni pamoja na kaunta za quartz, sakafu ya mninga ya mbao pana, bafu ya kung'ara, na chumba cha ziada chenye kubadilika ambacho ni bora kwa ofisi ya nyumbani, nursery, au kabati la kutembea. Chumba cha kufulia cha kibinafsi na uhifadhi tofauti vinaongeza kwa kiasi kikubwa thamani na ufanisi wa kitengo hiki cha ajabu kinachotoa mapato.
Katika nyumba nzima, maelezo ya zamani yameunganishwa kwa urahisi na maboresho ya kisasa ya kiufundi, ikiwa ni pamoja na dari zenye urefu wa juu, madirisha makubwa ya Renewal by Andersen, mashabiki wa dari wa wabunifu, kuta zilizopakwa mpya, na mwangaza ulioandaliwa. Wamiliki wa sasa wametunza mali hii kwa usahihi kwa kutumia mifumo yote mipya ya umeme, maboresho ya maji na mabomba, sakafu za mbao za zamani zilizorejeshwa na kufungwa upya, paa mpya iliyosanikishwa na kuwa na insulation, na mfumo wa HVAC wa Mitsubishi wa mini-split usio na duct wa kutoa joto na baridi kwa ufanisi katika duplex ya mmiliki, yote haya yakiwa yanatunza tabia ya zamani na uaminifu wa usanifu wa nyumba hii ya ajabu ya Brooklyn.
Iko katika mpaka wa Clinton Hill katika eneo bora la Bedford-Stuyvesant, uko umbali wa blocks chache tu kutoka YMCA na Hifadhi ya Herbert Von King, ukiwa na ufikiaji rahisi wa mistari ya subway A/C na G. Furahia wingi wa almasi za karibu, migahawa ya karibu, bakers, na matawi ya mitaani ikiwa ni pamoja na Welcome Home, Artshack, Milly's Corner, na Greenberg's Bagels. Hii ni fursa nadra ya kumiliki nyumba ya zamani, iliyoboreshwa, na iliyorahisishwa ambayo ina utajiri wa tabia, ukubwa, na uwezo wa kuleta mapato.

Welcome to 345 Gates Avenue, a stunning 20-foot-wide two-family brownstone spanning over 3,500 square feet on the border of Clinton Hill in prime Bedford-Stuyvesant. Overflowing with original character and timeless Brooklyn charm, this is the kind of townhouse that stops you in your tracks the moment you enter.
Currently configured as a sprawling owner's duplex over a beautifully maintained, income-producing garden rental, the home effortlessly blends historic detail with modern Brooklyn living.
The parlor level opens into a charming living room rich with original detail, including stained-glass windows and a wood-burning fireplace. Just beyond, a cozy reading area creates a warm and inviting transition into the heart of the home: a stunning chef's kitchen designed for both elevated entertaining and everyday living. Featuring Brookhaven cabinetry, repurposed original trim details, custom shelving, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, rich wood countertops, and oversized windows with custom bluestone sills overlooking the tranquil garden below, the space is equal parts warm, stylish, and functional.
Just off the kitchen, step onto the private deck, which leads to a lush and serene landscaped backyard oasis complete with an Ipe wood fence, perfect for morning coffee, summer dinners, gardening, or quiet evenings under the trees. A stylish powder room completes this inviting main level, where natural light pours in throughout the day.
Up the staircase, the grand primary bedroom features an original decorative fireplace and mantel, along with a thoughtfully designed home office enhanced by a striking skylight. Adjacent to the primary bedroom is a sweet and sunny nursery. The second equally spacious bedroom is adorned with a custom built-in closet and projector screen, ideal for cozy movie nights. A full-sized laundry room, already plumbed for a future bathroom, offers added flexibility and value. A beautifully renovated contemporary bathroom finished in crisp white tile completes the upper level.
The garden rental is equally impressive. This sunny and serene 2.5-bedroom, 1-bath apartment blends classic Brooklyn townhouse charm with thoughtful updates, including quartz countertops, wide-plank oak flooring, a sparkling bath, and a flexible bonus room perfect for a home office, nursery, or walk-in closet. A private laundry room and separate storage significantly enhance the value and functionality of this exceptional income-producing unit
Throughout the home, rich period details blend seamlessly with thoughtful modern upgrades, including soaring ceilings, oversized Renewal by Andersen windows, designer ceiling fans, freshly painted walls, and curated lighting. The current owners have meticulously enhanced the property with all-new electrical systems, updated plumbing and risers, restored and resealed original antique hardwood floors, a newly installed and insulated roof, and a Mitsubishi mini-split ductless HVAC system providing efficient heating and cooling throughout the owner's duplex, all while preserving the timeless character and architectural integrity of this exceptional Brooklyn townhouse.
Located on the border of Clinton Hill in prime Bedford-Stuyvesant, you are just blocks from the YMCA and Herbert Von King Park, with convenient access to the A/C and G subway lines. Enjoy an abundance of nearby supermarkets, beloved local cafés, bakeries, and neighborhood favorites including Welcome Home, Artshack, Milly's Corner, and Greenberg's Bagels. This is a rare opportunity to own a pristine, upgraded, and completely turnkey brownstone rich in character, scale, and income potential.