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Brick Duplex with Solar Panels
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$689,000

494 E 53rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203

Residential, Duplex, Brooklyn, NY

Property Size1,214 SF
Lot Size0.05 Acres
Price / SF$567.55
Days on Market159

Property Features for 494 E 53rd Street

General Information

Property type Residential
Property subtype Duplex
Zoning R4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1
Parking features Garage - Detached
Interior features Laundry Area, Washer
Basement Finished
Subdivision East Flatbush
Standard status Active
Size 1,214 SF
Lot size 0.05 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 4591

Amenities

solar panels
finished basement

Building Details

Year built 1920
Floors in Building 2
Flooring type Hardwood, Carpet
Building materials Brick, Masonry
Roof type Rubber
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: BHHS Fillmore R.E.
Listed By: Shelley Ann Worrell
Added: May 13 Changed: Oct 13 Last Checked: Oct 18 at 2:06AM
MLS# 501318

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Investment Insights

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This 1,214-square-foot duplex sits on a 0.0459-acre lot in Brooklyn’s East Flatbush section. Built in 1920, the brick and masonry property includes hardwood and carpet flooring, a finished basement, laundry area, washer, and a detached garage. Solar panels are installed on the property, and the private driveway accommodates up to 4 vehicles.

The home is located at 494 E 53rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203, on a quiet residential block near shopping, transportation, schools, and local amenities. The property carries R4 zoning and is offered as-is, without warranty or representation.

Key Highlights

  • 1,214 SF duplex on a 0.0459‑acre lot
  • R4 zoning in Brooklyn, NY 11203
  • Built in 1920 with brick and masonry construction

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$42,516
Cap Rate
6.17%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$850,320 $850.3K
Cap Rate 7%
$607,371 $607.4K
Cap Rate 9%
$472,400 $472.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,214 SF
Gross rent
$61.9K $51.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.2K −$0.97/SF
EGI
$60.7K $50.03/SF
− OpEx
−$18.2K −$15.01/SF
NOI
$42.5K $35.02/SF
Area
Brooklyn, NY
Vacancy
1.90%
Lease Rate
$51.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$850,320
Cap Rate 7%
$607,371
Cap Rate 9%
$472,400

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$607.4K
$531.5K – $708.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $42,516 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.17%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$529.5K
$463.3K – $617.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $37,062 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.38%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$1.01M
$879.5K – $1.17M (±1% cap)
NOI $70,363 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.21%
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Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency Parking Lot & Garage Skin Care Clinic Gym & Fitness Center Acupuncture

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

1
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,933
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 11203, NY

81,824
Population
33,434
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
26%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
2.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
38,964
Density / Sq Mi
$68,028
Median Household Income
$47,302
Median Earnings
$1,566
Median Rent
$677,700
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?
Duplex - R4-zoned duplex with a finished basement, detached garage, and private parking in Brooklyn.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 494 E 53rd Street Brooklyn, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $689,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1,214 SF duplex on a 0.0459‑acre lot; R4 zoning in Brooklyn, NY 11203; Built in 1920 with brick and masonry construction
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