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Renovated Two-Family Brick Home

448 55th Street Brooklyn, NY 11220

448 55th Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11220
$2,180,000
For Sale
$2,180,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Brooklyn, NY

Property Size3,004 SF
Lot Size0.05 Acres
Price / SF$725.70
Days on Market49

Property Features for 448 55th Street

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
R6B
Bedrooms
12
Bathrooms
8
Rooms
Bedroom 1, Bedroom 10, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 12, Bathroom 6, Bathroom 5, Bedroom 8, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 9, Bedroom 11, Bathroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bathroom 7, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 8
Interior features
A/C Unit, Refrigerator, Stove
Basement
Full, Finished
Standard status
Active
Size
3,004 SF
Lot size
0.05 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount
8354

Building Details

Year built
1901
Floors in Building
3
Number of units
2
Flooring type
Hardwood, Tile
Building materials
Brick, Steel
Roof type
Flat
Listing agency RE/MAX Edge
Listed by Kelly Wu
Added: Jun 4 Updated: Jul 14 at 3:37PM Checked: Jul 22 at 7:06AM
MLS# 501993

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This fully renovated legal two-family brick property offers a flexible residential setup with three stories plus a finished basement. The building is constructed with steel beams throughout all levels and includes updated major systems, including plumbing, gas lines, electrical wiring, windows, flooring, kitchens, and bathrooms. Each floor features 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The finished basement has a separate entrance, windows, additional space, and 2 full bathrooms. Outside, there is a large private backyard. The home also includes three gas meters, three electric meters, and three separate heating systems with three separate hot water systems, supporting separately metered utilities and independent services. The layout is described as easily convertible to a 3-family.

Located in Sunset Park in Brooklyn, the property is positioned near the 5th Avenue shopping and dining district. Public transportation access includes the N and R subway lines, along with the B11, B63, and B9 bus routes.

Designed for investors, owner-occupants, or multi-generational living, the configuration supports independent use across levels while retaining a cohesive, move-in-ready interior. With its updated building systems and separately serviced utility setup, it can be a practical fit for tenants seeking privacy and operational control, as well as buyers evaluating an ownership strategy that may include a potential 3-family conversion.

Key Highlights

  • Fully renovated legal two‑family brick property with 3 stories plus a finished basement
  • Building size 20x47 on a 20x100 lot with a large private backyard
  • Each floor has 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms; basement has separate entrance, windows, and 2 full bathrooms

Local 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 $133.4k $44.40
− Vacancy −$5.6k −$1.86
EGI $127.8k $42.54
− OpEx −$38.3k −$12.76
NOI $89.4k $29.77
3,004 SF · lease $44.40/SF/yr · vacancy 4.20% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$1.28M
$1.12M – $1.49M (±1% cap)
NOI $89,443 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.10%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$1.14M
$1.00M – $1.34M (±1% cap)
NOI $80,107 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.67%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.95M
$1.70M – $2.27M (±1% cap)
NOI $136,319 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.25%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Real Estate Agency Law Firm Parking Lot & Garage Gym & Fitness Center Nursing Home Nursing Home Skin Care Clinic Veterinary Clinic Pet Grooming Service Bed & Breakfast

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Fully renovated legal two-family with separately metered utilities, a finished basement, and a large private backyard.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 448 55th Street Brooklyn, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,180,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Fully renovated legal two‑family brick property with 3 stories plus a finished basement; Building size 20x47 on a 20x100 lot with a large private backyard; Each floor has 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms; basement has separate entrance, windows, and 2 full bathrooms
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