Rare opportunity to own 21x100 lot w/4 floors of historic brownstone living in PS-16 district, steps to Path!! Cared for by the same family for decades! Beautiful original detail wide plank floors, 13-foot ceilings, crown moldings, tin ceiling in kitchen, brick walls, multiple fireplaces . Basement set up to be in-law/au-pair suite w/full bth and kitchenette. Parlor level w/expansive living room, spacious kitchen w/wood-burning fireplace & humongous backyard! 2nd level w/spacious BD, a nursery/kid's room, & bath w/clawfoot tub. 3rd level w/office/gym & ensuite bath w/original tub! Drenched in sunlight with extra tall windows, an abundance of storage plus washer/dryer, french drains and a sump pump in basement (that does not flood!). Steps from retail, farmer's market, Path, Ferry & top notch JC restaurants. Gorgeous home to grow into while your kids comfortably go to the most coveted schools in downtown Jersey City!