$2,399,000
Updated 8 months ago
Off Market

838 55th Street

Borough Park, Brooklyn | 8th Ave & 9th Ave

10 Rooms6 Beds3 Baths2,090 Square FeetMulti-Family

$2,399,000
floors / apts2 / 2
Lot Size23'3"x100'2"
Built Size19'x55'
ZoneR6
Building TypeHouse
RE Taxes$9,604
Price Per SF
$1,148

Property Description for 838 55th Street

Rare Sunset Park Two-Family with R6 zoning lot of 2,337 sqft & Expansion Potential (FAR 3.0 to 7,000 sqft and 6 floors). First time on the market in 40 years. Solid semi-detached two-family brick home located in the heart of 8th Ave Chinatown, offering incredible potential for both end-users and developers. With R6 zoning, this property sits on a 23.33' x 100.17' lot and offers significant buildable potential up to 7,000 sqft — ideal for those looking to expand or develop in one of Brooklyn's most in-demand neighborhoods. House is 19' x 55'. This spacious home features 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms across two levels, plus a finished basement with a separate entrance — perfect for extended family or extra living space. The layout is currently configured as two large units, providing flexibility for owner-occupancy with rental income or full investment use. House is in fair condition.

Listing History for 838 55th Street

Now
12/19/2025
POM by Siu Lun (Allen) Tang
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals
08/05/2025
Price Increase by Siu Lun (Allen) Tang
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals

Building Details for 838 55th Street

OwnershipMulti-Family
Building TypeHouse
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1920
Floors/Apts2/2
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Siu Lun (Allen) Tang
RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals
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OLR ID: 101788TH