1806 Ditmas Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226

Property Description

SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT Welcome to 1806 Ditmas Avenue, a rare opportunity to own a beautifully preserved 5500+++ SF, 7 bedroom, 4.5 bath Colonial Revival home in the heart of Ditmas Park. Set on a prominent corner lot, this three-story residence blends historic charm with modern convenience, featuring a wraparound porch, expansive front lawn, back deck, a long private driveway and detached two-car garage. Inside, timeless details shine through with hardwood floors, original millwork, stained-glass windows, and three working fireplaces throughout. A cozy vestibule with dual closets gives way to a grand foyer which leads to formal living and dining rooms, a refined, south facing library and a recently renovated, east facing, sunlit eat-in kitchen equipped with a 48" Viking double oven and ample cabinet space. This big kitchen holds a powder room and gives direct access to a private garden and back deck ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, spread across two floors, are seven well-proportioned bedrooms providing comfortable accommodations, each with its own closet space. The primary suite is a true retreat, offering dual exposures, a spacious walk-in closet, an additional reach-in closet, and a luxurious windowed en-suite bath with a deep soaking tub and separate shower. All of the secondary bedrooms are large enough to accommodate at least a queen size bed and have private closet space. Additional full bathrooms on the upper floors are thoughtfully designed, including a third-floor bath with a classic cast iron soaking tub. Each floor has a wood burning fireplace, including one on the top floor inside the large, fun loving, media room. Downstairs, there's even more versatility, with a fully finished basement and separate entrance. This expansive space includes a super-sized game room with billiards, shuffleboard and a wet bar, a 3 person sauna, home gym and spa bath. But wait, there's more! A utility kitchen, laundry room and wine cellar round out this floor. Additionally, the home includes split units for cooling, a completely new roof with solar panels, and a wifi enabled leak detection system. Ideally located near the shops and dining of Cortelyou Road, cultural events at Kings Theatre, and green space at Prospect Park, with easy access to transit with the express B & Q at Newkirk Plaza. This exceptional Ditmas Park home offers the perfect balance of space, character, and convenience in one of Brooklyn's most picturesque and desirable neighborhoods.