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356 Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, New York 11238

$9,850,000

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Property Details

Beds: 7 Baths: 5 Rooms: 15 Neighborhood: Clinton Hill Tax Amount: $11040.00 MLS Number: 502159 Bldg Size: 22 x 60 Lot Size: 28 x 180 Lot SqFt: 5039

Property Description

Beyond an elegantly carved entrance, hidden among the grand historic residences of Clinton Hill, stands one of Brooklyn's most distinctive surviving villas. Known as The John W. Shepard House, this remarkable freestanding residence was completed in 1905 and designed by renowned architect Theodore C. Visscher. A masterful expression of Venetian Renaissance architecture with Beaux-Arts elegance and Moorish Revival influences, the home is a rare surviving example of the craftsmanship and artistry that defined Brooklyn's Gilded Age. Occupying a rare 28-foot by 180-foot lot extending from Clinton Avenue to Vanderbilt Avenue and complemented by its historic carriage house, the residence offers a scale and presence seldom found in New York City. From the moment of arrival, the home's architectural pedigree is unmistakable. Stained-glass windows cast colorful light across richly detailed interiors, while coffered ceilings, mahogany paneling, marble fireplaces, original woodwork, and gracious entertaining rooms reflect an era of extraordinary design. Spanning fifteen principal rooms, seven bedrooms, and five baths, the residence balances grandeur with warmth and livability. Formal and informal spaces flow seamlessly throughout, creating an environment equally suited for elegant entertaining and everyday living. Located within the Clinton Hill Historic District, The John W. Shepard House occupies a special place among Brooklyn's architectural treasures. Opportunities to acquire a freestanding historic residence of this caliber - complete with a carriage house, exceptional original details, and a documented architectural legacy - are exceedingly rare. More than a residence, this is a legacy property. Schedule your private tour and discover one of Brooklyn's most extraordinary historic homes.

Property Type Residential

Property Status: Active

Property Features Dishwasher Fireplace Laundry Area Microwave Patio Garden Refrigerator Stove Terrace

Dalia Samouha

Real Estate Broker

Cell: 718.687.7576

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @idealpropertiesrealty

Location

356 Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, New York 11238