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    1581 BERGEN St, Brooklyn, NY 11213

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    $1,549,000

    Intelligently configured townhouse with backyard, offering comfortable living and potential.

    Type:Multi Family
    Added:
    Apr 15, 2026
    Days on Market:
    51
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 10 at 9:23 am

    Property Features for 1581 BERGEN St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Multi Family

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1920

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    Listing Contact
    Jess Prichard

    Listing agent Jess Prichard

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    Listing date Apr 15, 2026

    Source Elliman

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    HighLights

    • Delivered fully vacant, offering immediate occupancy.
    • Expansive 107' deep lot with a fully finished, oversized backyard featuring patio pavers and premium turf.
    • Features a bright two‑bedroom plus home‑office garden triplex and a separate one‑bedroom apartment with a proven rental history.
    • Equipped with owned solar panels, new windows, appliances, flooring, updated electrical, plumbing, and foundation underpinnings.
    • R6 zoning allows for significant expansion potential.
    • Prime location in a rapidly growing section of Crown Heights, adjacent to Bed‑Stuy, with excellent access to transportation and local amenities.

    Overview

    This townhouse on Bergen Street features an expansive 107-foot deep lot. Delivered fully vacant, the property includes a bright two-bedroom plus home-office, two-bath garden triplex with north and south exposure. The layout facilitates seamless flow between levels, suitable for both everyday living and entertaining. Direct access to the sprawling backyard enhances the indoor-outdoor experience. A private entrance leads to the fully renovated lower level, which includes a luxurious bathroom and flexible space suitable for a media room, gym, office, or studio. The top floor residence is a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment with a history of strong rental rates. High ceilings and windows facing south and north fill the space with natural light, and the bedroom includes three oversized closets. This unit is move-in ready. The oversized backyard, nearly 63 feet deep, is finished with patio pavers and premium turf, offering multiple zones for dining, lounging, and entertaining. The home features new windows, appliances, flooring, and foundation underpinnings providing a 7-foot clearance for a usable lower level. Upgrades include an electrical water heater, two sump pumps, consolidated PVC plumbing, and a new electric panel. The roof is equipped with 18 owned solar panels and offers views of Manhattan. The property is currently configured as a multifamily residence, offering versatility and adaptability. The oversized lot allows for the addition of significant interior space due to R6 zoning, subject to architect review and DOB approvals. Located in a rapidly growing part of Crown Heights, the property provides easy access to cafes and restaurants, and is adjacent to Bed-Stuy, with multiple transit options, including the A, C, 3, and 4 trains along Utica Avenue. The location is very bikeable (bike score 74), very walkable (walk score 88) and has excellent transit (transit score 98).
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Duplexes

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Restaurant Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Food Market Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Brooklyn
    County
    Kings
    State
    New York
    Longitude
    -73.93112
    Latitude
    40.675304

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Duplex - Intelligently configured townhouse with backyard, offering comfortable living and potential.
    Where is this duplex located?
    The property is located at 1581 BERGEN St Brooklyn, NY.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,549,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Delivered fully vacant, offering immediate occupancy.; **Expansive 107' deep lot with a fully finished, oversized backyard featuring patio pavers and premium turf.**; Features a bright two‑bedroom plus home‑office garden triplex and a separate one‑bedroom apartment with a proven rental history.
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