Welcome to 1068 East 86th Street, a beautifully renovated legal two-family private dwelling situated on a quiet, tree-lined block in the heart of Canarsie. This move-in-ready property offers exceptional flexibility for both end users and investors, featuring a spacious owner's layout, excellent income potential, private parking, and a one-car garage. The home is configured as a three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom residence over a three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom residence, with an additional two-bedroom, one-bathroom level and a finished basement complete with its own full bathroom. The flexible layout provides ample space for multigenerational living, extended family, recreation, a home office, or additional storage, while offering numerous possibilities to suit a variety of lifestyles. Beautifully renovated throughout, the home showcases bright, functional living spaces, modern updates, and a thoughtful layout designed for comfortable everyday living. Whether you're searching for a primary residence with supplemental rental income or a turnkey investment in one of Brooklyn's most desirable residential neighborhoods, this property delivers outstanding value and versatility. Conveniently located near neighborhood parks, schools, shopping, restaurants, public transportation, and major roadways, 1068 East 86th Street offers the perfect balance of peaceful residential living and everyday convenience. Move-in ready, tastefully renovated, and rarely available, 1068 East 86th Street presents an exceptional opportunity to own a standout multifamily property in the heart of Canarsie.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
2,000 sq ftLot Size
Listing by Jonathan Anobian• Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Listing by David Malkoukian• Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Canarsie, located between Jamaica Bay and East Flatbush, is a waterfront and residential New York neighborhood with broad bay views and low-rise blocks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Rockaway Parkway and Flatlands Avenue, where Caribbean bakeries, barbershops, produce markets, and takeout counters keep the sidewalks busy. Brick rowhouses, detached homes with driveways, and mid-century apartment buildings shape a streetscape that feels more suburban than brownstone Brooklyn. Canarsie Park and the Jamaica Bay shoreline set a salt-air backdrop for walking paths and ballfields. The Canarsie Pier adds open-water perspective and a long horizon line. Local pillars like Footprints Cafe, The Original Island Burger, and the Canarsie Youth Center ground daily routines.
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Market insights
1068 E 86th St · $1,200,000
DAYS ON MARKET
56 days
The average home goes pending in 58 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.3%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,200,000
Median list price in this area is $1,390,000. (16% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
12% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Smoke-free
Three-unit building
Bedrooms
Total of 12 rooms (bedrooms and living spaces combined)
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
3 half bathrooms
Laundry & utility
In-unit laundry
Heating & cooling
Has cooling
Exterior features
Private outdoor space over 60 sqft
Lot roughly 100 x 20
Home design
3 stories
Entry level is 1
Parking
Has garage
Construction
Green building
Financial info
Annual tax amount listed (financial detail omitted per instructions)
Other
Pets allowed in building
Electricity and solar
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BRICK 31 YEAR OLD INCOME PRODUCER! 6 + 6 + 4LARGE ROOMS! NEW ROOF. ABSOLUTELY NO CALLS TO THEOWNER! CALL LISTING BROKER TO MAKE ALLAPPOINTMENTS WITH TENANTS.
BNYMLS #56883
Sep 9, 2001
Listed
$349,000
BRICK 31 YRS OLD INCOME PRODUCER, 6+6+4, LG RMS,NEW ROOF, MIC, OWNER PREFERS TO SELL FULLYOCCUPIED, DO NOT CALL OWNER, ALL APPTS ARE MADETHRU L/BROKER FOR TENANTS
Public Records
Aug 31, 1992
Sold
$222,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,105 (+6.9%)
$70,650 + $166,050
$236,700
2024
$5,709 (+1.9%)
$70,650 + $126,450
$197,100
2023
$5,602 (+3.5%)
$70,650 + $93,600
$164,250
2022
$5,414 (+7.7%)
$70,650 + $80,550
$151,200
2021
$5,026 (+6.2%)
$70,650 + $85,500
$156,150
2020
$4,732 (+6.8%)
$70,650 + $57,600
$128,250
2019
$4,430
$70,650 + $85,500
$156,150
2018
$4,430 (+2.3%)
$70,650 + $113,310
$183,960
2017
$4,329 (+6.6%)
$11,443 + $22,594
$34,037
2016
$4,063 (+8.1%)
$11,443 + $22,594
$34,037
2015
$3,759 (−21.7%)
$11,427 + $20,089
$31,516
2014
$4,802 (−7.5%)
$10,173 + $16,848
$27,021
2013
$5,188 (−4.4%)
$9,420 + $15,600
$25,020
2012
$5,428 (−3.7%)
$18,180 + $10,320
$28,500
2011
$5,639 (+6.0%)
$18,180 + $13,080
$31,260
2010
$5,321
$18,180 + $14,820
$33,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
3
Lot width
20 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
2,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Finished Sq. Ft.
—
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,000
Year built
1970
Style
Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Kings County
APN
08037 0080
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
R5B
Low Density Contextual Residence District
Although an R5B contextual district permits detached and semi-detached buildings, it is primarily a three-story rowhouse district typical of such neighborhoods as Windsor Terrace and Bay Ridge in Brooklyn. The traditional quality of R5B districts is reflected in the districts height and setback, front yard and curb cuts regulations that maintain the character of the neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational / school
Library
Golf related
Park & open space
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
65% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.