173 Hicks St

A six-story, early 19th-century co-op composed of two merged brick townhouses, this boutique elevator building dates to 1827 and retains many prewar traits while offering modernized systems. The 23-unit property is primarily one-bedroom layouts plus several duplex and expanded units; exposures include oversized windows, Juliette balconies, and some double-height living spaces in top-floor duplexes. Interiors across units commonly feature hardwood floors, exposed brick, built-in shelving, renovated kitchens with stainless appliances and dishwashers, and generous foyer/dining areas. Shared spaces include a planted, furnished roof deck with skyline and water views, a central laundry room with storage lockers, a refurbished lobby and hallways, and bike storage; building upgrades in recent years encompass a new roof, elevator work, and boiler replacement. On-site management consists of a part-time superintendent, and the co-op’s governance emphasizes fiscal strength with low maintenance and limited financing restrictions. Pet policy allows cats with board approval; dogs are not permitted. Situated on a tree-lined Hicks Street block near Love Lane in Brooklyn Heights, the building is a short walk to the Promenade, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Montague Street shops and multiple subway lines, offering a quiet, historic streetscape with immediate access to waterfront recreation and neighborhood retail.