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844 Putnam Avenue is a five-bedroom townhouse redued to $1.3 million (Corcoran_ 844 Putnam Avenue is a five-bedroom townhouse redued to $1.3 million (Corcoran_
The beauty and uniqueness of NYC's classic brownstones and rowhouses make them a top residential choice. Unlike most condos and co-ops, most of these historic homes have backyards, come at more attainable prices given their sizes, and offer the perfect combination of charm and warmth. The six Brooklyn rowhouses featured below are all priced below $2 million and have received price reductions within the last month.

66 Kenilworth Place, TH

5 beds, 3 baths | Flatbush | $999,000 (-9.2%)
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66-Kenilworth-Street-04 (Compass)
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This solid brick home offers old world charm and period details. The classic parquet floors and high ceilings reign supreme throughout both apartments. Each kitchen and bathrooms have been fully restored and renovated. The finished basement has a separate door just below the porch and parlor entrance. This two-family house is conveniently located around the corner from Brooklyn College and is close to the 2/5 trains at Flatbush Junction which features loads of shopping. Read more here.

844 Putnam Avenue, #TH

5 Beds, 2 Bath | Bedford-Stuyvesant | $1,865,000 (-8.8%)
844-Putnam-Avenue-04 (Corcoran)
844-Putnam-Avenue-04 (Corcoran)
This 19.3 ft-wide brownstone is located on a picturesque block in Bedford Stuyvesant. Loaded with original pre-war details such as hardwood parquet floors, wainscoting, 11-foot-high ceilings on the parlor floor, original moldings, oversized windows, picture frame walls, plaster medallions, four decorative fireplaces, this home checks all the boxes and then some. There is also a formal dining room, a spacious living space, a double parlor, five bedrooms, two kitchens, and two-and-a half-baths. There is also a deep, south-facing garden. Read full listing details here.

239 50th Street, #TH

4 Beds, 2 Bath | Sunset Park | $1,865,000 (-10%)
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239-50th-Street-04 (Compass)
Sunset Park townhouse dating back to 1899 has been updated with new roof, new electricity and plumbing, new interior staircase, new wood flooring, and central air conditioning. Just as in the city's most swank condos, the living/dining area flows seamlessly into a state-of-the-art kitchen with Caesarstone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry. This opens up to a private backyard ideal for gardening and entertaining. Read more here.

589 Putnam Avenue

6+ beds, 4 baths | Bedford-Stuyvesant | $1,865,000 (-4.1%)
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This 19.3 ft-wide brownstone is located on a picturesque block in Bedford Stuyvesant. Loaded with original pre-war details such as hardwood parquet floors, wainscoting, 11-foot-high ceilings on the parlor floor, original moldings, oversized windows, picture frame walls, plaster medallions, four decorative fireplaces, this home checks all the boxes and then some. There is also a formal dining room, a spacious living space, a double parlor, five bedrooms, two kitchens, and two-and-a half-baths. There is also a deep, south-facing garden. More images and details here.

1161 Halsey Street, #TOWNHOUSE

1 Bed, 1 Bath | Bushwick | $1,450,000 (-6.39%)
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1161-Halsey-Street-04 (Compass)
This Bushwick townhouse has undergone a tasteful and beautiful renovation that includes the meticulously-restored brick facade. The owner's 3-bedroom is a spacious and bright duplex apartment with ceilings that soar up to 11' in addition to enormous windows throughout. The classically-designed and -modern eat-in kitchen faces southeast and has everything a chef could dream of with loads of cabinets, high-end appliances and an island big enough for guests to watch the show. A powder room is also located just off the kitchen. Sliding glass doors lead to a terrace that overlooks the backyard and is the ideal spot for entertaining and relaxing al fresco. Take the stairs up to the 3-bedroom, 2-bath hideaway with massive closets and even a proper laundry room. The master bedroom faces the lush backyard and features an enormous walk-in closet, double-sink en suite bathroom with striking black and white mosaic and subway tiles.

The lower duplex is a two-bedroom with a full bath and offers the same tasteful touches as the owner's duplex above including a washer/dryer hook up. The home is only 2 blocks to the J line and a couple of blocks more to the L. Read full details here.

1074 Halsey Street, #TOWNHOUSE

1 Bed, 1 Bath | Bushwick | $1,595,000 (-5.9%)
(Corcoran)
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This two-family townhouse in Bushwick has recently undergone a makeover that restored its brick facade and interiors alike. The owner's three-bedroom unit is a spacious and bright duplex. As you enter into the open floor plan with living and dining area, you are immediately taken in by the welcoming herringbone-patterned hardwood floors and light. Ceilings are up to 11 feet high and enormous windows throughout make the space feel even loftier. Your classically designed and modern eat-in kitchen faces southeast and has lots of abinets, high-end appliances, and a large kitchen sland. Read full details here.