For $2.5M, this compact Williamsburg home has three levels of renovated living, outdoor space, and a sauna

From the outside, the townhouse at 153 Maspeth Avenue is distinguishable from its unassuming neighbors by its sophisticated grey painted-brick facade. Asking $2,495,000, the Williamsburg home has been transformed from a humble row house to a showcase of stylish interior design and livability. Optimized and maximalized outdoor space includes a front porch, a garden, several decks, and a four-person sauna. There’s even a private two-car driveway.

After a gut renovation within the last decade, the home is surrounded by views of private gardens and Cooper Park just across the street. Wide windows, high ceilings, and exposed beams frame interior volumes, highlighting natural materials and eclectic design details. Modern comforts and conveniences include zoned heating and cooling, noise-reducing windows, and plenty of built-in storage throughout.

The open parlor level is the home’s main living and entertaining space. White oak herringbone floors and high ceilings are anchored by a custom steel staircase connecting the home’s three levels.

The custom kitchen reflects the same adherence to function and form. Capable appliances include a Bertazzoni gas range, an integrated Bosch dishwasher, an integrated Fisher & Paykel French-door refrigerator with an under-counter freezer drawer, and an under-counter microwave.

A massive center island offers room for prep and seating, and a charming built-in banquette is perfect for intimate dining.

Off the dining area, sliding glass doors access a deck that leads to the professionally landscaped garden below. Mature trees and plantings shelter this quiet oasis overlooking the park.

Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers treetop views and a full wall of built-in closets. A second bedroom has built-in storage as well. The second-floor bath features Clé tiles, chic matte black fixtures, and a deep soaking tub.

The ground level is a charmingly flexible living space unto itself. Exposed beams and polished concrete floors surround an office area and open space that could easily become a media room, den, or gym (or another bedroom). Also on the ground level is a second full bath with a bespoke live-edge wood vanity, hex tiles, and copper fixtures.

Tall sliding glass doors open onto another private patio, which is where you’ll find the four-person built-in sauna with its own shower.

Though it’s currently being used as a single-family home, the townhouse retains its two-family status; a second unit could be created on the ground floor. Outside, the impossibly convenient perk of a driveway and two-car parking is joined by built-in storage for bikes, garbage cans, and outdoor and gardening gear.

[Listing details: 153 Maspeth Avenue by Jennifer Carlson, Roni Dotan, and David Bronowtiz of The Corcoran Group]

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