


Listing Courtesy of: REBNY / Compass
1221 Albemarle Road Brooklyn, NY 11218
Active (11 Days)
$6,500,000
Description
MLS #:
RLS20022643
RLS20022643
Taxes
$15,768
$15,768
Type
Single-Family Home
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1905
1905
County
Kings County
Kings County
Community
Prospect Park South
Prospect Park South
Listed By
Laura C Rozos, Compass
Source
REBNY
Last checked May 10 2025 at 5:53 AM GMT+0000
REBNY
Last checked May 10 2025 at 5:53 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Chandelier
- Crown Molding
- Double Vanity
- Entrance Foyer
- High Ceilings
- Kitchen Island
- Pantry
- Recessed Lighting
- Soaking Tub
- Sound System
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry: Laundry Room
- Laundry: See Remarks
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Electric Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Windows: Bay Window(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Windows: Skylight(s)
Subdivision
- Prospect Park South
Lot Information
- Front Yard
Property Features
- Fireplace: 1
- Fireplace: Other
Heating and Cooling
- Central
- Central Air
Basement Information
- Full
Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Hardwood
- Parquet
- Stone
Parking
- Garage
- Private
Stories
- 2
Living Area
- 5,000 sqft
Location
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Built for real estate developer George W. May in 1904, and designed by the architect William C. Lauritzen, this 6 bedroom, 3.5 bath Colonial Revival mansion has breathtakingly gracious proportions, a perfect layout, beautifully preserved original detail AND has been meticulously restored and renovated to include state of the art mechanical systems and materials that afford the efficiency, comfort and luxury of a brand new home.
The expansive, covered porch with Ionic columns, welcomes you into the open and lofty parlor floor that is a showcase of restored original detail including parquet floors with varied patterns, crisp decorative moldings and woodwork, a sweeping staircase and elaborate stained glass windows.
The spacious living room has a bay of 4 windows overlooking the lush Albemarle esplanade and an inviting wood burning fireplace ideal for relaxation and family gatherings, while the adjacent handsome library boasts custom built-in bookshelves with a rolling ladder and another stunning fireplace. The living room flows into the huge dining room accented by a striking Nuura chandelier, where you can host elegant soirées at a table that easily accommodates 10. Off of the dining room is a convenient powder room.
The heart of the home awaits in the stunning chef’s kitchen with custom oak cabinetry, long stretches of Calacatta marble countertops, a farm sink with unlacquered brass fixtures, a huge island with Pietra Cardosa countertop and Castille natural tumbled limestone floors. The top of the line appliance suite includes a Fisher Paykel clean and sleek induction cooktop and electric oven, integrated and paneled Dacor refrigerator, Miele dishwasher and Sharp microwave.
The walk-in pantry offers great additional storage space and there is a cozy breakfast nook for casual dining.
Beyond the kitchen is a convenient mud room with a door leading to your completely enclosed, sprawling outdoor oasis, the quintessential setting for alfresco dining and garden parties.
There is an expansive bluestone patio for dining and grilling, tons of space for outdoor seating and family fun and a side garden with custom designed fruit, vegetable, and herb garden with an automatic irrigation system that continues across the entire garden and hedge beds. Beyond the enclosed backyard is a two car garage and driveway that can accommodate 6 cars.
On the second floor are 4 huge, sundrenched bedrooms, one of which is being used as a family room complete with a built-in craft table and swing. Two of the bedrooms, both with gorgeous bay windows and window seats, share a Jack and Jill bath with a marble top double vanity, a big glass-enclosed shower, freestanding bathtub and handmade Commune, Malmo Pattern floor tile. The 4th bedroom has a stunning, original, curved glass window and an adjacent full bath with shower/tub combo. An added bonus is the convenient laundry room with front loading LG washer and dryer, sink,marble countertop and built in hanging racks.
On the third floor is the palatial Primary Suite that offers a luxuriously serene retreat with a huge bedroom and seating area, a custom walk-in closet and an absolutely dreamy, skylit bathroom. The gorgeous finishes include the marble double vanity, walk-in, windowed shower clad in Zelige handmade tile, Callista unlacquered brass fixtures, a freestanding deep soaking tub, Adamo limestone floors and an amazing custom designed sauna. There is also an additional bedroom on this floor that is an ideal home office.
The basement of the home is a bonus additional living space that is ripe with potential. Occupying the full footprint of the home with high ceilings, windows, access to the back yard, and a half bath.
The landmarked Prospect Park South neighborhood was developed between 1898 and 1920, consisting of 206 frees