222 Henry Street Brooklyn, NY 11201
Listing Courtesy of: REBNY / Vandenberg Inc

  222 Henry Street Brooklyn, NY 11201

Active (111 Days)
$6,950,000
10
BED
10
BATH
5,625
SQFT

Description

Handsome Historic Heights Mansion 25’ Brimming with Light plus Double-Wide Garden

Built at the top of “the Heights” in 1851 by a shipping magnate, this extraordinary five-story townhouse offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a discerning buyer.

One of its most remarkable features is the lush, private 50-foot, double-wide garden, which was annexed from an adjacent property over a century ago. Surrounded by neighboring gardens, it is a serene, bird-friendly sanctuary, reminiscent of the intimate yards behind Mediterranean villas. This rare space offers unparalleled multi-level outdoor living, with entrances from two levels, perfect for a secret garden, grilling, and a children’s playhouse.

This home enjoys an unobstructed sightline down historic Hunt’s Lane, where the sun rises over picturesque carriage houses, filling every floor with morning sunlight. Inside, the garden level boasts raised 9.5-foot ceilings, creating a sense of light and volume that is unmatched. Rare side windows enhance the brightness, and experts have suggested the possibility of enlarging these windows or adding new ones. On the parlour level, a hidden treasure awaits: an oval 3’ x 5’ floral plaster medallion, intact above a false ceiling, offering a stunning remnant of the home’s historic grandeur.

Located just two blocks from Saint Ann’s School, Packer Collegiate, and Grace Church School, the townhouse offers an ideal blend of urban accessibility and private tranquility. Convenient access to subway hubs for the 2, 3, 4, 5, F, and R trains ensures seamless commuting, while the nearby semi-weekly farmer’s market provides fresh apples, flowers, vegetables, and fish. The property’s unique charm extends to its role in the community, famously known as the Apple House for its tradition of giving away hundreds of farmer’s market apples to trick-or-treaters during Halloween.

This property offers tremendous versatility. Restore the townhouse to its original grandeur as a single-family mansion, following the trend of celebrity-infused Brooklyn Heights, or take advantage of detailed architectural plans to create a luxurious 4-bedroom, 4-bath owner’s triplex while collecting top-of-the-market rental income from three upper floors. (Private stairs between the garden and parlour levels accommodate such a layout). A third alternative is to retain its current layout of five luxury, free-market, two-bedroom, two-bath, floor-through apartments. Or convert easily to luxury condos. All are in excellent condition with huge windows and tall ceilings. The last lease expires on 10/31/2025, making this a flexible and profitable investment.

The New York Times featured interior details of this historic mansion in an article called “Charmed Obsolescence .” This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Brooklyn Heights history, combining historic charm, modern versatility, and unmatched outdoor space.

MLS #:
RLS11028674
Taxes
$65,910
Lot Size
1875 acres
Type
Multifamily
Year Built
1851
Style
Prewar
County
Kings County
Community
Brooklyn Heights

Listed By

Dexter a Guerrieri, Vandenberg Inc
Source
REBNY
Last checked May 4 2025 at 9:55 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 10
Interior Features
  • Laundry: Common Area
Subdivision
  • Brooklyn Heights
Stories
  • 5
Living Area
  • 5,625 sqft
Location
   
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Listing Price History

Date
Event
Price
% Change
$ (+/-)
Apr 28, 2025
Price Changed
$6,950,000
-7%
-545,000
Mar 11, 2025
Price Changed
$7,495,000
-4%
-305,000
Jan 13, 2025
Original Price
$7,800,000
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-

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