TWO-FAMILY PROPERTY | R6 ZONING | DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL A Unique Residential Investment and Development Opportunity in Brooklyn’s Flatbush Neighborhood! Introducing 2516 Cortelyou Road, a two-family brick property situated on an approximately 2,708-square-foot lot in the desirable Flatbush section of Brooklyn. Built in 1920, this property offers approximately 2,480 square feet of existing building area, two residential units, and a detached garage. Its approximately 30-foot frontage and 90-foot depth provide an attractive footprint for buyers seeking a multifamily investment, owner-occupant opportunity, or potential redevelopment project. PROPERTY FEATURES Two-family brick residential property Approximately 2,708 SF lot Approximately 2,480 SF existing building area Approximately 30’ x 90.25’ lot dimensions Two stories Two existing residential units Detached garage R6 residential zoning Located in Brooklyn Community District 17 DEVELOPMENT & ZONING POTENTIAL One of the property’s most compelling features is its R6 residential zoning designation. R6 zoning permits multifamily residential development, subject to NYC zoning and building regulations. With approximately 2,708 square feet of land and a relatively modest existing building footprint, the property presents an opportunity for developers and investors to investigate potential expansion, enlargement, or redevelopment. Under standard R6 residential zoning, the maximum residential FAR is generally 2.20, potentially representing approximately 5,958 square feet of residential zoning floor area on the reported lot size. This creates an opportunity to investigate the potential for additional residential floor area beyond the existing building, subject to applicable zoning requirements, building envelope restrictions, yards, height limitations, and verification of existing legal floor area. Buyers are encouraged to conduct their own architectural and zoning feasibility analysis to determine the property’s full development potential. PRIME FLATBUSH LOCATION Conveniently situated along Cortelyou Road, the property benefits from an established residential neighborhood with access to public transportation, neighborhood shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, and everyday conveniences. Nearby subway connections include the 2/5 trains at Beverly Road and additional connections along Church Avenue and the B/Q lines. AN OPPORTUNITY FOR MULTIFAMILY INVESTORS & DEVELOPERS Whether you are looking to acquire a two-family investment property, create additional residential living space, or explore a larger multifamily development opportunity, 2516 Cortelyou Road offers multiple avenues for investment in an established Brooklyn neighborhood. Bring your architect, explore the possibilities, and unlock the potential of this Flatbush property! Inquire today for additional information and to schedule a private showing.
Flatbush, located between Prospect Park and Midwood, is a residential and commercial New York neighborhood with a grand prewar streetscape and a busy, transit-linked main drag. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Flatbush Avenue and Church Avenue, where produce markets, Caribbean bakeries, barbershops, and late-night eateries keep the sidewalks in motion. Tree-lined blocks feature limestone rowhouses, brick apartment buildings, and freestanding homes near Ditmas Park’s wide porches. Brooklyn College adds a collegiate rhythm along Bedford Avenue. Kings Theatre anchors nights out with restored movie-palace glamour. Prospect Park sits at the edge for long loops and open lawns.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Living
Interior features
Eat-in kitchen
Open kitchen
Original details
Pantry
Storage
Unfinished basement with storage space
Bedrooms
2 two-bedroom units
First-floor bedroom
Primary bedroom on the first floor
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
First-floor full bathroom
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Natural gas heating
Home design
Duplex
Parking
Detached garage
Driveway
Parking lot
Private parking
4 parking spaces
Construction
Brick construction
Utilities
Public sewer
Cable connected
Electricity connected
Natural gas connected
Public trash collection
Electricity and solar
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R6 zoning districts are widely mapped in built-up, medium-density areas in Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx. The character of R6 districts can range from neighborhoods with a diverse mix of building types and heights to large-scale tower in the park developments such as Ravenswood in Queens and Homecrest in Brooklyn. Developers can choose between two sets of bulk regulations. Standard height factor regulations, introduced in 1961, produce small multi-family buildings on small zoning lots and, on larger lots, tall buildings that are set back from the street. Optional Quality Housing regulations produce high lot coverage buildings within height limits that often reflect the scale of older, pre-1961 apartment buildings in the neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Healthcare-Other
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Mixed use
Public service
Ground transport
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 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
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2516 Cortelyou Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $875,000 and $2,045,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $875K to $2.0M.
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