163 Ocean Ave

An Art Deco prewar cooperative built in 1930, this six-story elevator building contains a small collection of primarily one- and two-bedroom homes across 11 units. The facade and common areas reflect period detailing—restored lobby finishes, brass lighting, and parquet hardwood hallways—while many residences combine original moldings, high ceilings and oversized windows with modern renovations to kitchens and baths. Apartment plans include formal entrance foyers, separate dining rooms, breakfast bars or kitchen islands, walk-in closets, and soaking tubs; recessed lighting and updated mechanicals are common in renovated units. Shared building amenities are focused on everyday convenience: elevator service, on-site laundry, package room with video intercom access, basement storage and bicycle storage, plus a live-in superintendent and porter. Exterior features include a planted courtyard/garden and private outdoor spaces for select units. The coop’s governance supports flexible use—subletting, pied-à-terres and individual washer/dryer installations are permitted with board approval—and maintains smoke-free policies. Located directly across from Prospect Park in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, the building offers immediate access to park recreational facilities, nearby cultural institutions, and B/Q/S subway service for direct Manhattan connections.