Spacious NYC steals: 4 must-see townhouses for under $2 million

Do you dream of tall, airy ceilings? An inviting back patio? Or, the envy of all envies, a washer/dryer of your very own to do laundry in blissful privacy? New York City real estate can feel a bit cramped sometimes, no doubt, but there are plenty of sizable homes on the market that won’t require you to store your sweaters in your oven. A townhouse in the city can give you a taste of that spacious suburban life without having to give up your favorite bodega across the street—if you can afford it, that is. Check out these five must-see townhomes currently for sale for under $2 million on StreetEasy, New York City’s leading real estate marketplace.

May Pearl

422 Chauncey St.

422 Chauncey St.

This lovely 1899 townhouse in the Ocean Hill section of Bed-Stuy, available for $1.69 million, is divided into two units: the owner’s duplex, with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, and a 2-bed/2-bath rental unit. There’s a whole lot of historic charm, including exposed brick and the original staircase and fireplace. But the chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry and marble countertops, the spa-like bathroom, and the patio area made for entertaining make the home perfectly suited for modern living.

Listed by Marta Maletz at Compass

Nest Seekers International

1322 Bergen St.

1322 Bergen St.

In Crown Heights, this two-family townhome, listed at $1.75 million, has all the space and luxurious details you could want. Completely gut-renovated, the home has a total of 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms in 3,200 square feet of living space. Stunning features like a sleek gas fireplace in the living room, an immaculate and wide-open kitchen/dining room with a big island and floor-to-ceiling tile, and large bedrooms give you a respite from the grit of the city.

Listed by Natanel Malkoukian at Nest Seekers

Russ Ross

610 Sterling Pl.

610 Sterling Pl.

This two-story townhome, listed at $1.495 million, is currently configured with 2 big bedrooms but can easily be converted into a 3-bedroom if you crave that extra bit of space. Formerly owned and renovated by an architect, the Crown Heights charmer has an open-layout living space and boasts a large kitchen complete with an island, exposed brick, a finished basement, and a secluded garden space surrounded by large trees.

Listed by Charlie Pigott at Corcoran Group

Anastassios Mentis, Mentis Studio

550 20th St.

550 20th St.

Private and spacious, you’d never know this Windsor Terrace townhome, available for $1.37 million, was located in one of the busiest cities in the world. The 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome has tons of storage, a covered patio and backyard for entertaining, and a breezy, California bungalow feel thanks to pale-colored hardwood floors and plenty of natural light streaming through the space.

Listed by David Carter at Brown Harris Stevens