1-bedroom apartment for rent in Bedford-Stuyvesant

Classic Bedford-Stuyvesant Brownstone Floor-Through with Original Details and Outdoor Deck $3,200 - 2 Bedrooms - 1 Bathroom - Second Floor - Available Now Set on a tree-lined stretch of Madison Street in Bedford-Stuyvesant, this parlor-floor-through residence occupies a charming 1915 two-family brownstone rich in historic character. Beautifully preserved original details include richly stained woodwork, ornate plaster ceilings, and gleaming parquet floors throughout. An updated kitchen brings modern convenience to this classic Brooklyn home, while a designated deck offers inviting outdoor space. A distinctive opportunity to enjoy the timeless architectural character of a historic Bed Stuy brownstone. Home features Soaring ceilings with layered crown moldings and plaster ceiling medallions Crystal chandeliers in the main rooms Oversized windows with carved wood casings and original-style shutters, overlooking the trees on Madison Street Parquet hardwood floors with inlaid borders Picture-frame wall moldings and a decorative fireplace Glass-paneled French doors with transom windows that connect the rooms and carry light from front to back Carved wood double doors with ornamental headers Built-in wood closets with French doors and overhead cabinet storage Rear dining room The back of the apartment opens into a dining room with a sculpted plaster ceiling, vintage-style chandelier and carved wood door surrounds with textured glass panels. An arched pass-through counter connects it to the kitchen, so you can cook and entertain at the same time. A short flight of wood steps leads out to the deck. Updated kitchen Exposed brick wall and backsplash Black granite countertops and wood cabinetry with generous overhead storage Stainless steel appliances: gas range, dishwasher, refrigerator and vented over-the-range microwave Recessed lighting Tall window with original carved casing, overlooking the yard Outdoor deck Step outside to a spacious wood deck overlooking trees. It's a quiet spot for morning coffee or Fall evenings. Building and policies Tenant pays electric only; Heat, hot water and cooking gas included in rent Shared washer/dryer and storage in the basement No pets Available for immediate move-in Getting around The A/C trains at Kingston-Throop and Nostrand Avenues are under half a mile away. The G at Bedford-Nostrand and the LIRR at Nostrand Avenue are also nearby, so Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan are accessible. Eat and drink nearby Some of Bed-Stuy's best food is right around the corner on Tompkins Avenue, one of the neighborhood's best-loved restaurant strips. Start your weekend with biscuit sandwiches at Brown Butter Craft Bar & Kitchen, or go next door to Peaches HotHouse, a local institution for Southern comfort food and brunch. On the same block, Ler Lers draws crowds for its Thai cooking and famous crab fried rice. For weekday coffee and Caribbean-inspired bites, try Doctor's Cave Cafe on Marcy Avenue. Le Paris Dakar on Nostrand Avenue serves crepes and pastries, and BKLYN Blend up Tompkins is a favorite for smoothies and breakfast sandwiches. For date night, BKB Brooklyn Brasserie on Stuyvesant Avenue pairs Belgian-French bistro plates with cocktails. Fees & Move-In Costs Application fee: $20 (per applicant and guarantor) First month's rent: $3,200 Security deposit: $3,200 Renters Insurance: Varies