Spacious Brooklyn Multi-Family Home

685 Rockaway Parkway Brooklyn, NY 11236

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For Sale
$999,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Brooklyn, NY

Property size:
2,508 SF
Lot size:
0.07 Acres
Price / SF:
$398/SF
Added:
Nov 24, 2025
Days on Market:
231
Last Refresh:
Jul 13 at 4:06 am

Property Features for 685 Rockaway Parkway

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
R5
Bedrooms
9
Bathrooms
5
Rooms
Bedroom 3, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 5, Bathroom 4, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 9, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 7, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5
Parking features
Garage
Basement
Finished
Standard status
Active
Size
2,508 SF
Lot size
0.07 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount
7468

Building Details

Year built
1963
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
3
Flooring type
Tile, Hardwood
Building materials
Brick
Roof type
Flat

Listing agent Peter Pan License #10401215383

Listing office Tiger Realty 1484 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY

Listing date Nov 24, 2025

MLS# 497526 Listing URL

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in the heart of Canarsie, Brooklyn, 685 Rockaway Parkway is a semi-detached two-family home offering approximately 2,508 square feet of interior space. The property includes three 3-bedroom units and a finished basement across three stories, along with front and back yard areas. A built-in garage and additional parking provide convenience. The property generates rental income, including a top-floor unit producing $3,427 per month. The middle unit is currently month-to-month at $2,400 per month, offering flexibility. The lower level is currently rented at $1,800 per month. The property is located near the Canarsie-Rockaway Parkway L train terminal, multiple bus lines, neighborhood shopping, restaurants, and services. The lot size is 0.0746 acres. The zoning is R5. This property presents an opportunity for end-users looking to offset mortgage costs with rental income, multi-generational living, or buyers seeking long-term upside and flexibility.

Key Highlights

  • Semi‑detached 2‑family home with approximately 2,500+ sq ft of interior space and 3 stories plus basement
  • Brick construction with flat roof; flooring includes tile and hardwood
  • Built‑in garage plus additional parking, along with front and back yard areas

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 $127.9k $51.00
− Vacancy −$2.4k −$0.97
EGI $125.5k $50.03
− OpEx −$37.6k −$15.01
NOI $87.8k $35.02
2,508 SF · lease $51.00/SF/yr · vacancy 1.90% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$1.25M
$1.10M – $1.46M (±1% cap)
NOI $87,834 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.79%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$1.09M
$957.1K – $1.28M (±1% cap)
NOI $76,567 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.66%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$2.08M
$1.82M – $2.42M (±1% cap)
NOI $145,364 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 14.55%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Parkway School High School

Suggested Use

Law Firm Real Estate Agency Skin Care Clinic Gym & Fitness Center Dental Office Parking Lot & Garage Spa & Massage Center Acupuncture Accounting Firm Bar & Pub

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Two-family home in Canarsie with income potential and parking.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 685 Rockaway Parkway Brooklyn, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $999,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Semi‑detached 2‑family home with approximately 2,500+ sq ft of interior space and 3 stories plus basement; Brick construction with flat roof; flooring includes tile and hardwood; Built‑in garage plus additional parking, along with front and back yard areas
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