442 E 140th Street #1, NY, 10454

**You can buy this home TODAY with a 3.75% interest rate on a 30 year fixed ** **Taxes here are only $150/month!** Built in 1897 by renowned architect William O'gorman, this single family home and the other 19th century homes on this tree-lined block comprise the Mott Haven East Historic District. This well-regarded and highly coveted enclave of landmarked townhouses is a favorite among long time residents and newcomers alike. The layout here is a three bedroom 2 bath triplex over a basement comprising nearly 3,000 square feet of interior space. The home has recently been updated with a brand new kitchen, miles of counter space and an island big enough for large meal prep or entertaining. You'll find natural hardwood floors throughout here along with original details complimented by exposed brick walls and 11-foot ceilings. Need more space? Use the 1,600 square feet of unused FAR here to build up or back to add additional rooms. this house can be tailored to your lifestyle. The garden here is bathed in light much of the day thanks to its southern exposure-perfect for sun lovers and gardeners with green thumbs. Love romantic neighborhood cafe's? One of the best cafes in the city, Mottley Kitchen is just a few doors down. If you like french pastries, lattes and al fresco, rooftop dining, this is the spot for you. Other neighborhood amenities: St Mary's Park with it's multi million dollar renovation, has a pool, gym, updated biking paths, hiking trails, baseball fields and a new dog run. Easy access to the 2,3,4,5,&6 subway lines that'll tak you to Grand Central in 20 minutes! The housing stock in Mott Haven represents the last chance for NYC buyers to own historic brownstones at a fraction of the price of their Harlem and BK counterparts. Be sure to see this one in person.