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Three-Unit Brownstone
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$1,800,000

248 W 136th Street New York, Manhattan, NY 10030

Legal three-family brownstone with original details and soaring high ceilings, delivered vacant and ready for an owner-occupant or investor.

Days on Market75

Property Features for 248 W 136th Street New York

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Triplex

Building Details

Building Size 3,500 SF
Year Built 1910
Buildings 1
Construction brownstone
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: Charles Rutenberg Realty, Inc.
Listed By: Natasha Dantzler · License #10401235328
Source: Serhant
Added: May 19 Changed: Jul 31 Last Checked: Jul 31 at 11:16AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

A legal three-family brownstone offering classic architectural character with original details throughout. The building features soaring high ceilings and residential layouts designed to capture abundant natural light. Built in 1910, this three-unit property provides flexibility for an owner-occupant and income-producing use.

The brownstone is being delivered vacant, allowing you to showcase the space and tailor it to your plans. With three residential units under one roof, the property supports a range of occupancy and tenancy strategies while preserving the distinctive feel of a traditional brownstone.

Ideal for buyers seeking a three-unit New York brownstone with authentic period features and the ability to move in or lease out, the home is positioned to support both owner-occupancy and income-producing goals.

Key Highlights

  • Legal three‑family brownstone with original details
  • Soaring high ceilings throughout
  • Three residential units for flexible occupancy

Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $178.5k $51.00
− Vacancy −$9.3k −$2.65
EGI $169.2k $48.35
− OpEx −$50.8k −$14.50
NOI $118.5k $33.84
3,500 SF · lease $51.00/SF/yr · vacancy 5.20% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$1.69M
$1.48M – $1.97M (±1% cap)
NOI $118,453 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.58%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$1.56M
$1.37M – $1.83M (±1% cap)
NOI $109,506 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.08%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$8.71M
$7.62M – $10.16M (±1% cap)
NOI $609,840 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 33.88%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency Acupuncture Skin Care Clinic Accounting Firm Carpet & Flooring Store

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

7,375
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 10030, NY

29,686
Population
14,602
Households
2
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
35%
College-Educated
78%
High-School Grad
0.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
98,953
Density / Sq Mi
$42,738
Median Household Income
$37,388
Median Earnings
$1,204
Median Rent
$810,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Legal three-family brownstone with original details and soaring high ceilings, delivered vacant and ready for an owner-occupant or investor.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 248 W 136th Street New York Manhattan, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,800,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Legal three‑family brownstone with original details; Soaring high ceilings throughout; Three residential units for flexible occupancy
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