The same week we checked out 115 Kane Street, I saw a posting for a 2BR/2 BA apartment in Boerum Hill with the following:
Beautiful new construction building, 2 BR apt. with spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline and harbor from the apt. and roof deck. This unit has a living room with balcony, 2 spacious bedrooms and an Italian designer kitchen with Bosch stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. There is a dishwasher, stove, fridge and built-in microwave. There are 2 large, modern bathrooms with ceramic tile and quartz counters. There are beautiful blond hardwood floors throughout. There are two huge shared decks, the roof deck has a panaramic view of the skyline. There is a gym and shared laundry in the building. Underground parking is available. Call owner. Pet upon approval. Available now.
Sounded great! Even though the price point was a bit higher than I wanted (although it was in line with what everyone else is charging in this neighborhood and was comparable to Williamsburg or Greenpoint) I figured it was worth seeing and perhaps negotiating the rent if we liked it. The area is not bad – it’s between Smith and Hoyt. Hoyt does have subsidized housing, but we’d be far enough away to not worry too much. Additionally, I liked the idea of keeping Sarah in the same school. Initially I had thought that a change of scenery would be good, and chose Greenpoint, given the good schools, but having her stay put was also a great option. Her current school is well above average, and she can keep the friends she has made.
So off we went to check out the new 378 Baltic tower, a for sale only condo building for now – 360 Baltic down the street has gone rent to own so who knows what will happen, given the market conditions.
Details and real pics after the jump.
