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  • $2,250,000

    3553 12th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11218

    5beds
    3,000sqft
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    Multi Family
    Built in 1920
    -- sqft lot
    $2,300,600 Zestimate®
    $750/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Fully detached brick multi-family with private driveway and garage in prime Brooklyn location. Flexible layout offering multiple income opportunities and a finished basement with separate entrance. Minutes from subway lines and Prospect Park, combining space, convenience, and long-term value. 3553 12th Avenue a rare fully detached brick multi-family home ideally positioned on the border of Kensington and Borough Park in Brooklyn. Built in 1920, this well-maintained legal three-family property offers approximately 3,000 square feet of interior space and sits on a generous 34.67 ft x 90 ft lot. Offering a unique blend of space, flexibility, and income potential, the property is well suited for buyers seeking a primary residence with rental income or investors looking for a versatile Brooklyn investment property. The first floor features a spacious convertible three-bedroom layout, currently utilized as a three-bedroom apartment, providing comfortable living space and flexible use. The second floor includes two bright one-bedroom apartments, each offering efficient layouts that appeal to tenants and support steady rental income. A standout feature of the home is the finished basement with its own separate entrance. This expansive level is currently configured as a large open space and features a generous eat-in summer kitchen large enough to accommodate an eight-person dining table, washer and dryer, and an abundance of storage closets. The layout easily lends itself to a one-bedroom configuration, offering exceptional versatility for recreation, extended living, or additional usable space. Additional highlights include three gas meters and three electric meters, providing efficient utility management for multi-unit living. Outdoor amenities further enhance the property's appeal, including a private driveway, large garage, and fenced backyard, a rare and highly desirable combination in Brooklyn that offers convenience and valuable off-street parking. Located in an R5-zoned residential neighborhood, the home offers excellent access to neighborhood amenities. The property is conveniently situated near the F and G subway lines at Church Avenue as well as the D train at Fort Hamilton Parkway, providing easy commuting options throughout Brooklyn and into Manhattan. Prospect Park, one of Brooklyn’s most beloved green spaces, is also just minutes away, offering year-round recreation, walking trails, and open parkland. Whether you're looking to create a home with income or expand your investment portfolio, 3553 12th Avenue presents a rare opportunity to own a spacious, flexible multi-family property in one of Brooklyn’s most vibrant and connected neighborhoods.
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    Listed by:

    Andrew J. Markowitz Real Estate, LLC 917-548-9533,

    Andrew Markowitz

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1815964

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,000
      • Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Has garage: Yes
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Other
      • Exterior features: Courtyard, Garden
      Details
      • Parcel number: 053060007
      • Special conditions: Resale

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Property subtype: Multi Family
      Condition
      • Year built: 1920

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Kensington
      Location
      • Region: Brooklyn

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $750/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,776,000
      • Annual tax amount: $9,996
      • Date on market: 3/15/2026

        Estimated market value

        $2,300,600

        $2.19M - $2.42M

        $4,282/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/8/2026Sold$2,300,000+2.2%$767/sqft
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        4/24/2026Contingent$2,250,000$750/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #S1815964 Report a problem
        4/24/2026Pending sale$2,250,000$750/sqft
        Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #972490 Report a problem
        3/16/2026Listed for sale$2,250,000+2150%$750/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #S1815964 Report a problem
        4/24/2017Sold$100,000$33/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,186 +4.7%$106,560 -0.4%
        2024$8,772 $106,980 -4.5%
        2023-- $112,020 +3.8%
        2022-- $107,880 +21.1%
        2021-- $89,100 +11.2%
        2020$7,870 +6.2%$80,160
        2019$7,408 +3.1%$80,160 +133.4%
        2018$7,183 +7.3%$34,338 +4.5%
        2017$6,695 +9.4%$32,844
        2016$6,119 $32,844 +2.2%
        2015$6,119 +74%$32,149 +6%
        2014$3,517 $30,330 +6%
        2013-- $28,615 +4.5%
        2012-- $27,370
        2011-- $27,370 +2.2%
        2010-- $26,791 +6%
        2009-- $25,275 +6%
        2008-- $23,846 +4.5%
        2007-- $22,809
        2006-- $22,809 +20%
        2002-- $19,008
        2001-- $19,008 +2.2%
        2000-- $18,606
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Kensington

        Getting around

        81 / 100
        Very Walkable
        72 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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