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SOLD FOR $1,400,000

· Closed July 21, 2021

1277 Herkimer Street

$1,400,000

$519 per sq ft

1277 Herkimer Street

Ocean Hill, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10684536

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Massada Home Sales Inc.

9

Bedrooms

3

Baths

2,700

Sq. Ft.

1920

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 9
Bathrooms 3
Living Area 2,700 sq ft
Year Built 1920
Neighborhood Ocean Hill

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1920)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 15
Baths 3 Full
Pets Yes
Cross Street Gunther Place/Rockaway Avenue
Year Built 1920
Living Area 2,700 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 01551-0063
Block/Lot 1551/63

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 24, 2020 $1,400,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $1,400,000 -

Description

Welcome to the perfect hybrid property. 1277 Herkimer St is the property in today's market that is so hard to come by. A legal 3 family original brick townhouse ready to either be owner occupied with practically no mortgage or as income generating investment property.

Configured as (3) 3BR 1 Bath floor through apartments, each equipped with a washer/dryer hookup. The garden unit is a duplex with a finished basement plus private garden access, perfect for an end-user looking for that outdoor space and interior square footage.

An investor looking to park some cash? This property is a prime opportunity to capitalize on a 6.5%+ Cap rate at current market rents. Tons of potential upside and in a growing neighborhood.

Location is another important element of this property. Sitting on a gorgeous tree lined block full of original bricks and brownstones. Also this property is a 1 min walk, literally right around the corner from the A/C at Rockaway and a few more mins to Broadway Junction. Also the crown jewel of the area, Daily Press Coffee, is right around the corner as well as Mama Yoshi a few short blocks away.

All utilities are separated. property will be delivered vacant.

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Building Information

Ocean Hill features historic row houses and co-op buildings, set amongst green space near coastal parks. The area is served by transit connections, offering accessibility near major thoroughfares. Architectural elements range from brownstone townhomes to modern residential complexes, defining the physical landscape of this NYC borough.

Ocean Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

5

Median Asking Price

$1.25M

Median $/Sqft

$526

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

0

Price Reduced

60%

Sold (30 Days)

3

Median Sale Price

$1.40M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 5:30 PM EST

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Location

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1277 Herkimer Street, Ocean Hill, Kings County • Near Gunther Place/Rockaway Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
3
Floors
3
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $64,440
Land Value: $16,080
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 1,600 SF
Building Area: 2,700 SF
Built FAR: 1.69
Allowed FAR: 2.43

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

This property has 9 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 2,700 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1920, making it approximately 106 years old.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,400,000 for 2,700 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $519. 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: RLS10684536
First Listed: 11/24/2020
Price Changed: 8/6/2021
Closed: 7/21/2021
Contract Date: 11/23/2020

Listing Courtesy of Massada Home Sales Inc. - Tomer Shmuel

Listing Contact: (718) 658-7200

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