Enjoy a rare opportunity for open-concept living and a lush south-facing garden surrounded by mature trees, in a renovated pet-friendly brownstone. This unique apartment has a large, private, enclosed garden with extensive planting areas, and a private main entrance on an architecturally spectacular Victorian tree-lined block in prime Stuyvesant Heights. The loft-style 1-bedroom floor-through has a 2-bedroom footprint, ideal for those who appreciate space without walls and long sight-lines for maximum light. Pocket doors lead to a primary bedroom suite with windowed bathroom and walk-in closet. Contemporary design-forward fixtures, dimmers, and light pine hardwood floors throughout, plus an original ornamental fireplace. Building features: shared washer dryer one floor below, silent heating from cast-iron radiators, lead-free, keyless locks, stone counters, gas stove, indoor bike storage, additional closet in entrance hallway. Fios internet, efficient heating, hot water, electricity are paid by tenant. Garden hardscaping is receiving a contemporary refresh for new occupancy, and keen gardeners will appreciate newly built areas to plant. Pictures show high summer prior examples of yard. By NYC standards it's a quiet work from home location. This is a delightful section of the neighborhood with a mix of low-key liveliness, beautiful architecture, and a community-oriented spirit. Flexible showings in person most days 12pm to 6pm, by appointment, and at other times available on request. No application fees or pet fees. Guarantors welcome. Listing is FRBO For Rent By Owner directly. No broker fee is paid by owner. Tenants represented by brokers are entirely responsible for their own fees.
492 Madison St
Brooklyn, NY 11221
Apartment building
1 bed
Available units
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$4,150
Fees may apply
1 bd, 1 ba
750 sqft
For rent - Unit 1
Listing by: Owner
What's special
Private main entranceLead-free keyless locksContemporary design-forward fixturesOriginal ornamental fireplaceGas stovePocket doorsOpen-concept living
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Flooring
- Hardwood
Other
- Fireplace
Neighborhood: Bedford-Stuyvesant
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Brooklyn
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Ps 308 Clara CardwellGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Boys and Girls High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 492 Madison St?
492 Madison St has a walk score of 91, it's a walker's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 492 Madison St?
The schools assigned to 492 Madison St include Ps 308 Clara Cardwell and Boys and Girls High School.
What neighborhood is 492 Madison St in?
492 Madison St is in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY.







