Brooklyn Loft Inside 1865 Civil War Munitions Foundry Lists for $2.1 Million—Complete With Converted Smokestack Fireplace

A condo within a former Civil War-era munitions foundry in Brooklyn has been listed for $2.1 million. The building, originally constructed in 1865 as a tool manufacturing facility for C.W. Weld, was converted into 21 luxury loft condominiums in 2007. The unit for sale is a 1,132-square-foot duplex that features a 750-square-foot bilevel garden. This garden includes the building's original 70-foot smokestack, which has been repurposed as an outdoor fireplace. Listing agent Rhonda Vitoulis of Corcoran described the smokestack as a unique feature she has "never before in my life seen anything like it." The residence retains original features such as 17-foot ceilings and large windows, contributing to its distinctive character. The terrace with the converted smokestack is noted for enhancing the outdoor space's ambiance, creating a secluded feel.