Unlock the potential of this legal two-family brick home in the heart of Canarsie! Offering approximately 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, this property also features a lower-level unit with a separate living area, presenting excellent potential for additional income, extended family, or guest accommodations (buyer to verify all legal use). The home requires repairs and updates but offers a fantastic opportunity for investors, contractors, or owner-occupants looking to customize and build equity. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, parks, public transportation, and major roadways. Property is being sold strictly AS IS. Bring your vision and transform this property into an exceptional investment or multi-generational residence! Virtually staged/AI-enhanced photos illustrate potential improvements; see original photos for current condition.
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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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
First-floor bedroom
Hot water heating
Bedrooms
One 2-bedroom unit
One 3-bedroom unit
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Hot water heating
No central cooling
Exterior features
Brick construction
Not waterfront
No additional parcels
Home design
Duplex
Parking
Driveway
One garage space
Total parking for one vehicle
Construction
Brick exterior
Utilities
Electric service by Con-Edison
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Basement: Fam/Rec Room SEMI-ATTACHED ALL BRICK 2 FAMILY W/HOSPITALITY SUITE. 3 BDRM AND 2 BDRM WALK-IN. GOOD CONDITION. PRESENT ALL OFFERS. NEAR ALL. Show Instr: CALL BROKER TO MAKE APPOINTMENTS. Age: 29
BNYMLS #41928
Apr 2, 1994
Listed
$219,999
$75/sq ft
SEMI ATT 2 FAM W/HOSP SUITE,ALL BRICK,3 BDMS,2 BDMS, WALK-IN,GOOD COND,PRESENT ALL OFFERS, Water/Sewer: METER, Coop Fee: No
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,633 (+7.3%)
$12,900 + $31,620
$44,520
2025
$7,113 (+7.3%)
$12,900 + $31,620
$44,520
2024
$6,629 (−0.4%)
$12,900 + $27,420
$40,320
2023
$6,655 (+8.7%)
$12,900 + $29,640
$42,540
2022
$6,123 (+0.6%)
$12,900 + $36,240
$49,140
2021
$6,087 (+6.0%)
$12,900 + $27,120
$40,020
2020
$5,742 (+1.3%)
$12,900 + $24,180
$37,080
2019
$5,667 (+0.8%)
$12,900 + $29,760
$42,660
2018
$5,619 (+9.6%)
$12,900 + $26,460
$39,360
2017
$5,126 (+8.6%)
$9,963 + $18,351
$28,314
2016
$4,718 (+9.6%)
$9,963 + $18,351
$28,314
2015
$4,306 (+1.6%)
$10,129 + $16,583
$26,712
2014
$4,239 (−9.5%)
$10,740 + $14,460
$25,200
2013
$4,683 (+13.2%)
$10,740 + $14,460
$25,200
2012
$4,136 (−6.9%)
$17,678 + $11,260
$28,938
2011
$4,445 (+4.8%)
$18,180 + $9,120
$27,300
2010
$4,242
$16,085 + $13,165
$29,250
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
3
Lot width
26 ft.
Lot depth
98 ft.
Lot size
2,503 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1960
Finished Sq. Ft.
—
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,800
Year built
1960
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Kings County
APN
08055 0047
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 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
3/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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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Historical weather
Brooklyn, NY • 11236
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in Brooklyn. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1386 Remsen Ave
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $775,000 and $1,325,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $775K to $1.3M.
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