The historic Lefferts-Laidlaw House in Brooklyn's Wallabout section is back on the market for $2.8 million. This structure, a prominent example of temple-front Greek Revival architecture, has seen its price drop from $4.5 million since 2019. Built between 1836 and 1840, it was recognized as a city landmark in 2001. Originally featuring ornate Corinthian columns, the house underwent various restorations, including a significant one in the 1970s that sought to reclaim its architectural integrity. Recent digitization has uncovered historical ads revealing insights on the building's appeal in its early days.
The Lefferts-Laidlaw House, a notable example of temple-front Greek Revival architecture, is back on the market at a decreased price of $2.8 million.
The exterior restoration of the house included bringing back Corinthian columns, which were replaced with plain versions in the mid-20th century.
Designated as an individual city landmark in 2001, the house was constructed between 1836 and 1840 by Rem Lefferts and John Laidlaw.
With recent digitization efforts, research into historical advertisements for the Lefferts-Laidlaw House reveals insights into its construction and appeal in the early 19th century.
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