House Hunt

Whether you’re in the market for shopping for a home right now, or you just are curious about what’s out there, every week, Patch will list a set of properties in the Bedford-Stuyvesant area holding open houses.

These free walk-through and guided tours of homes will give you a chance to see what’s hot and what’s not; develop your real estate sensibility; and learn about Bed-Stuy’s unique architectural fabric… At the very least, it is an exercise in comparison shopping.

The first listing is a four-story brownstone with huge potential, that is located at 341 Hancock Street between Throop and Tompkins Avenues. This townhouse was delivered vacant and needs a complete renovation, meaning that it is a clean slate ready to be made over in the image you desire. It is set up as a garden duplex plus two rentals. Many of the original details remain on its fixtures, such as pocket doors, wainscotting and mantels. The house conveniently is located near the busy Lewis Avenue corridor where you can find Saraghina, Bread Stuy, Peaches, Therapy Wine Bar, Tin Cup and much more. The property is 3 blocks from the C train, a short ride to Manhattan.$575,000. The open house is scheduled for Saturday, February 5^th, from 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm.

The second listing is a gorgeous renovated four-story, three family townhouse on 708 Lafayette Avenue between Throop and Tompkins. The owner's duplex features 2.5 baths, exposed brick and a fireplace mantle. Two apartments above. Some original details remain. This home's facade has been redone and the house features new mechanicals, new windows, new hardwood floors, and new stairs. But some of the original details remain. The house includes a stainless steel kitchen and marble baths. This house is ideal, whether you want to live in it and partially rent it as income property, or purchase it as investment property! $649,000. The open house is scheduled for Sunday, February 6^th, from noon to 1:30 pm.

The next listing is a four-story, three-family brownstone complete with three bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a garden located at 587 Putnam Avenue at Marcus Garvey Boulevard. It also serves as a duplex apartment with two, two-bedroom apartments above. The entire house has been renovated and offers new hard wood floors throughout, new kitchens, new baths, new heating system and a new roof.  The house has high ceilings, some mantels, oversized windows, original stairwell and wonderful southern exposure. $649,000. The open house is scheduled for Sunday, February 6^th, from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm.

Next up is a huge (3,000 sq. feet), but charming detached house located on 293 Quincy Street between Nostrand and Marcy Avenues. Enjoy this home’s expansive yard while receiving rental income year-round! The Parlor floor is a big two-bedroom apartment with outdoor space. The upper duplex has three or even four bedrooms with room for a deck. This house has been completely gut renovated top to bottom, but retains a few charming details like tin ceilings on the top floor. New bathrooms and kitchens, all new mechanicals, and lots of structural work was completed to make this home just right. $649,000. The open house is scheduled for Sunday, February 6^th, from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm.

This entire house is going for cheaper than the price of a condominium. The detached house is located on a fantastic block at 551 Lexington Avenue at Marcus Garvey Boulevard. This handsome townhouse is in great condition and ready for you to move in. With a modern layout, a designer kitchen and a landscaped backyard, you will enjoy the lifestyle that this house offers. Many of the original details were kept. $545,000. The open house is scheduled for Sunday, February 6^th, from  1:00 pm – 2:00 pm.

Want to know about the properties that have sold recently in Bed-Stuy? Check in with Patch tomorrow at noon for "Sold!"

Are you a local real estate agent? E-mail c.zawadi.morris@patch.com to feature your upcoming open houses here.