Kingsdel Real Estate recently launched sales for a selection of coveted residences at the highly-anticipated Calvert Collection in Prospect Lefferts Gardens. Designed by Palette Architecture, the Calvert Collection spans both sides of tree-lined New York Avenue and features robust amenities, ample shared and private outdoor space including a private courtyard for residents and parking spots for purchase. The first residences are located at the Calvert Villas, a six-story 10-unit boutique building crowned by two duplex Penthouses at 624 New York Avenue. The Penthouses offer cinematic views of Brooklyn and Manhattan and will launch later this year. Prices for the first residences begin at $875K for a two-bedroom, one-bathroom home with outdoor space. The exclusive marketing and sales team for The Calvert Collection is The Henderson | Maryk | Mulready Team in partnership with Corcoran New Development.
The Calvert Collection pays tribute to Calvert Vaux who together with Frederick Law Olmsted introduced the term landscape architecture into the English language after famously designing Central Park and then Prospect Park, with 585-acres of graceful meadows, dense woods and placid lakes just blocks away from the buildings. Connection with the outdoors is a key architectural theme for this new construction project and Palette Architecture’s design maximizes sunlight, private and public outdoor space and creates a true indoor/outdoor living experience which is highly uncommon in New York City. An inviting canopied entry on New York Avenue pairs with earth toned masonry facades that anchor the corners of the site. The upper facade is a green-toned, textured stucco with volumes set back to provide varied and ample terrace spaces.
“Prospect Lefferts Gardens is an incredible, under-the-radar neighborhood and we’re thrilled to offer the first luxury new development of its kind in an area poised for long-term growth,” says Nigel Boyden, Co–Founder of Kingsdel Real Estate. “Residents will enjoy luxurious finishes, exceptional outdoor space, spectacular amenities and so much more. We are eager to deliver and look forward to completing the Calvert Collection in 2025.”
All residences have 7.5” white oak flooring and kitchens with custom cabinetry, honed Calacatta quartz countertops, and top-of-the-line appliances from Fisher & Paykel and Bertazzoni. Primary bathrooms have 24” x 48” porcelain walls and flooring in a textured medium grey finish, custom vanities by Lucena Bath with sleek white resin countertops and a rich walnut base. High-quality fixtures include an Artos faucet in brushed nickel finish, and a custom millwork medicine cabinet with integrated LED lighting. Bathrooms also include an Artos 12” ceiling-mounted shower head and a hand shower in brushed nickel finish, complemented by a spectacular Perlato Venezia soaking tub. Each unit has a full-size washer and dryer and a heating and cooling system by Mitsubishi with ductless distribution.
“With the Calvert Collection we had the remarkable opportunity to design both sides of a streetscape in this beloved neighborhood, providing consistency and a human scale,” says John Sunwoo, Partner at Palette Architecture. “Our design centers on creating meaningful spaces for residents, especially by connecting to outdoor space. One essential feature of the design are its expansive, room-sized roof terraces that are open to the sky and often directly accessible from residents’ living rooms.”
Amenities at The Villas include a stunning lobby, package and stroller storage room, rooftop terrace with outdoor kitchen and panoramic views, bicycle storage, and private storage units. Residents will also enjoy shared amenities across The Calvert Collection, which include a rooftop dog run, state-of-the-art sunlit gym, a lounge area, a “Great Room” with coworking spaces, meeting rooms, and a demonstration kitchen. Additional features include a beautifully landscaped courtyard, a children’s playroom, and a private parking garage with spots available for purchase.
“The Calvert Collection is the only new construction building with this level of quality in Prospect Lefferts Gardens and we anticipate an extremely positive response,” says Bruce Henderson, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker at The Corcoran Group. “Inventory is limited so we encourage prospects to inquire early!”
A private school is set to open on the ground floor of Calvert Villas in Fall 2025. Across the street, Calvert House located at 625 New York Avenue will feature 49 condos coming to market next year.
