838 55th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

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838 55th Street,Brooklyn, NY 11220
$2,399,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,090 sq. ft.
  • Multi-family
  • Active
Listed by:siu lun (allen)tang
Office:re/max real estate professiona
MLS#:494196
Source:BROOKLYN

Price summary

  • Price:$2,399,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,147.85

About this home

Rare Sunset Park Two-Family with R6 zoning lot of 2,337 sqft & Expansion Potential (FAR 3.0 to 7,000 sqft and 6 floors). First time on the market in 40 years. Solid semi-detached two-family brick home located in the heart of 8th Ave Chinatown, offering incredible potential for both end-users and developers. With R6 zoning, this property sits on a 23.33' x 100.17' lot and offers significant buildable potential up to 7,000 sqft — ideal for those looking to expand or develop in one of Brooklyn’s most in-demand neighborhoods. House is 19' x 55'. This spacious home features 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms across two levels, plus a finished basement with a separate entrance — perfect for extended family or extra living space. The layout is currently configured as two large units, providing flexibility for owner-occupancy with rental income or full investment use. House is in fair condition.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1920
  • Listing Id #:494196
  • Added:31 day(s) ago
  • Updated:August 15, 2025 at 11:10 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:6
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Living area:2,090 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Gas, Steam/Radiator

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Flat
  • Year built:1920
  • Building area:2,090 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.05 Acres

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,399,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,147.85