Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $1,960,000

· Closed July 17, 2025

438 Franklin Avenue
Closed For Sale Triplex

$1,960,000

$444 per sq ft

438 Franklin Avenue

Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS20011264

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

6

Bedrooms

5

Baths

4,414

Sq. Ft.

2009

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 5
Living Area 4,414 sq ft
Year Built 2009
Ownership None
Property Taxes $12,888/yr
Neighborhood Bedford-Stuyvesant
Floor 1 of 3

Property Highlights

  • Style: WalkUp architecture

Property Details

Type Triplex
Ownership None
Total Rooms 12
Baths 5 Full
Floor 1 of 3
Pets Yes
Year Built 2009
Living Area 4,414 sq ft
Architectural Style WalkUp
Structure Type Townhouse,Triplex
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 01989-0042
Block/Lot 01989/42

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 24, 2025 $2,000,000 -
Currently Apr 22, 2026 $1,960,000 -2.0%

Description

PRIME LOCATION TOWNHOUSE w 12 rooms // 3 APARTMENTS BED STUY/ CLINTON HILL 3 FAMILY TOWNHOUSE LOCATION… LOCATION… LOCATION… 3 UNITS WITH FULL BASEMENT AND GARDEN Built in 2009 and well maintained since, this three-family townhouse is in excellent condition. The property includes a 1,000 SF two-bedroom, one-bath unit on the first floor, and two 1,100 SF three-bedroom, two-bath units on the second and third floors—making it an outstanding investment opportunity. With a maximum allowable FAR of 3.00 and an existing FAR of 2.15, zoning permits the addition of approximately 1,700 SF to the current 4,300 SF structure. All units are separately metered, with tenants paying their own utilities. Each unit features its own boiler and hot water heater, in-unit washer and dryer, and dedicated storage space in the basement. This is a property you do not want to miss. Asking price $2M; delivered with tenants in place. ============= LEASES IN PLACE * Apt 1: $3,200; Lease ends October 31, 2025 * Apt 2: $4,200; Lease ends July 31, 2026 * Apt 3: $3,600; Lease ends March 31, 2026. ==> TOTAL INCOME: $132,000 per year EXPENSES Property tax .......... $12 ,888 per year Water / Sewer ..... $1,540 per year Insurance ................. $2,840 per year ==>TOTAL EXPENSES: $17,268 per year GROSS PROFIT: $114,732 per year

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

High Ceilings Common On Floor See Remarks Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Over60 Sqft

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Total Units 3
Stories 3
Structure Townhouse,Triplex
Style WalkUp

Financial Details

RE Taxes $12,888/yr ($1,074/mo)
Original Price $2,000,000
Sale Price $1,960,000
Previous Price $2,000,000

Bedford/Stuyvesant, in Brooklyn, features a mix of traditional brownstone row houses and mid-rise apartment buildings. Local amenities include proximity to major parks and robust access via subway lines, such as the L and J/Z trains. The area retains much of its historic architecture alongside newer residential developments.

Bedford-Stuyvesant Live Market Data

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Active Listings

90

Median Asking Price

$1.26M

Median $/Sqft

$884

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

7

Price Reduced

19%

Sold (30 Days)

14

Median Sale Price

$1.84M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/21/26, 8:25 PM EST

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Location

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438 Franklin Avenue, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Kings County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $0 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $12,888, or roughly $1,074 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 6 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 4,414 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 2009, making it approximately 17 years old.

This listing is None

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

At the current list price of $1,960,000 for 4,414 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $444. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS20011264
First Listed: 3/24/2025
On Market: 3/24/2025
Price Changed: 8/7/2025
Closed: 7/17/2025
Contract Date: 3/5/2025

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