PLG Row House With Mantels, Solar Panels Asks $10,500 a Month

This blog post highlights a single-family row house available for rent in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens Historic District. The 1890s Romanesque Revival-style brick dwelling, located at 52 Midwood Street, offers a blend of modern amenities and preserved period details. Originally featured as a 'House of the Day' in 2018 before selling for $2.75 million, the property is now listed for rent at $10,500 per month. The house spans four levels and is 20 feet wide, providing ample living space. It boasts recent updates such as four-zone central cooling and heating, as well as environmentally friendly solar panels. Despite these modern additions, the home retains much of its historic charm through details like stained glass windows, intricate moldings, and original mantels. The garden level has been reconfigured into an open-plan living area that seamlessly integrates with a contemporary kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with white cabinetry, a large center island, and a dishwasher, and features French doors that open onto a patio. Adjacent to the kitchen is a mudroom, which includes laundry facilities and a compact half-bath, providing practical everyday convenience. The rear yard is landscaped and offers space for outdoor dining. On the parlor level, the house presents both front and rear parlors, with the rear parlor featuring modern glass doors that lead to a Juliet balcony. A small office space is situated within a rear extension on this level. Period details on the parlor floor include significant stained glass windows, detailed moldings, and functional pocket doors, which contribute to the historical aesthetic of the home. The upper two floors are dedicated to the sleeping quarters, comprising four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. A notable architectural feature on the second floor is a passthrough connecting the front and rear bedrooms, complete with built-in cabinetry, suggesting its historical use as a dressing room or transitional space. The full bathrooms are appointed with white fixtures and black and white checkerboard floor tiles, with one bathroom uniquely featuring a clawfoot tub, blending vintage appeal with contemporary functionality. Tenants are responsible for all utilities, and the listing specifies a strict no-pets policy. The property is listed by Dawn Silverstein of Corcoran. This rental opportunity in Prospect Lefferts Gardens provides a chance to reside in a historically rich home with the comforts of modern living. #ProspectLeffertsGardens #RowHouse #BrooklynRealEstate #RentalProperty #HistoricHome #ModernAmenities #PeriodDetails #SolarPanels #LuxuryRental #ProspectLeffertsGardens #RowHouse #BrooklynRealEstate #RentalProperty #HistoricHome #ModernAmenities #PeriodDetails #SolarPanels #LuxuryRental