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Three-Family Home with Private Yard
For Sale
$1,398,000

1717 78th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214

Residential Income, Brooklyn, NY

Property Size2,600 SF
Lot Size0.05 Acres
Price / SF$537.69
Days on Market561

Property Features for 1717 78th Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Triplex
Zoning R5
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 6
Full bathrooms 3
Rooms Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 5, Bathroom 6, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 3
Parking features On Street
Basement Full, Unfinished
Subdivision Bensonhurst
Standard status Active
APN 06248-0078
Size 2,600 SF
Lot size 0.05 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 8135

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Natural Gas, Hot Water(Heating)

Building Details

Year built 1915
Floors in Building 3
Number of units 3
Building materials Aluminum Siding, Stone, Vinyl Siding
Listing Agency: Anne Lopa Real Estate
Listed By: Ann Lopa
Added: Apr 11, 2025 Changed: Oct 18 Last Checked: Oct 23 at 3:06AM
MLS# 2502004

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Investment Insights

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This 2,600-square-foot three-family property, built in 1915, includes three apartments with open living areas, natural light, and generous closet space. Two units were renovated 5 and 9 years ago and include stainless steel appliances; the remaining apartment has been maintained with a retro finish. A first-floor kitchen opens to a private yard with garden and patio areas. The basement provides a second exterior entry and washer/dryer hookups.

Located at 1717 78th Street in Brooklyn, the property is approximately 1/2 a block from trains and buses, with parks, shopping, restaurants, and schools nearby. Two apartments are vacant. Additional features include a roof approximately 4 years old, replacement windows installed 2 to 15 years ago, hardwood floors, hot water and natural gas heating, public sewer, and on-street parking. The property has 4 gas meters and 3 electric meters and is zoned R5.

Key Highlights

  • Three‑family property with 2,600 square feet on a 0.0459‑acre lot
  • Two apartments are vacant
  • Two apartments renovated 5 and 9 years ago; stainless steel appliances included

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$70,914
Cap Rate
5.07%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,418,280 $1.4M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,013,057 $1.0M
Cap Rate 9%
$787,933 $787.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,600 SF
Gross rent
$106.1K $40.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$4.8K −$1.84/SF
EGI
$101.3K $38.96/SF
− OpEx
−$30.4K −$11.69/SF
NOI
$70.9K $27.27/SF
Area
ZIP 11214
Vacancy
4.50%
Lease Rate
$40.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,418,280
Cap Rate 7%
$1,013,057
Cap Rate 9%
$787,933

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$1.01M
$886.4K – $1.18M (±1% cap)
NOI $70,914 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.07%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$907.9K
$794.4K – $1.06M (±1% cap)
NOI $63,555 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.55%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.52M
$1.33M – $1.77M (±1% cap)
NOI $106,170 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.59%
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Lease Details

3
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,900
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 11214, NY

96,560
Population
33,341
Households
2.9
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
32%
College-Educated
76%
High-School Grad
2.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
48,280
Density / Sq Mi
$64,286
Median Household Income
$41,172
Median Earnings
$1,710
Median Rent
$1,007,400
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Triplex - R5-zoned multifamily property with updated apartments, transit access, and two vacant units.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 1717 78th Street Brooklyn, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,398,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Three‑family property with 2,600 square feet on a 0.0459‑acre lot; Two apartments are vacant; Two apartments renovated 5 and 9 years ago; stainless steel appliances included
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