916 Putnam Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Introducing 916 Putnam Avenue, a beautifully preserved late nineteenth-century brownstone built in 1899, located on a charming tree-lined block in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant between Ralph Avenue and Patchen Avenue. This elegant legal two-family townhouse offers a compelling opportunity to own a remarkable piece of Brooklyn's architectural history while enjoying a residence that has been thoughtfully updated and meticulously maintained, with tasteful renovations completed in 2016. Currently configured as a two-family residence, Unit One comprises a duplex spanning the parlor and garden levels, while Unit Two occupies the entire top floor, providing wonderful flexibility for end-users, investors, or those seeking the potential for a spacious single-family conversion. Inside, the home is rich with exquisite original details that celebrate its historic craftsmanship, including intricate millwork, carved wood paneling, pocket doors, stained glass accents, exposed brick walls, ornate mantels, and beautifully preserved inlaid hardwood flooring, all complemented by five decorative fireplaces that add warmth and character throughout. The parlor level of the owner's duplex features two bedrooms with a center room between them and two full bathrooms, creating a flexible layout ideal for bedrooms, offices, or additional living space, while the garden level serves as the primary living area, with a gracious living and dining room positioned toward the front of the home and an excepti