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1948 81st Street
Bensonhurst, Brooklyn | 19th Ave & 20th Ave
8 Rooms4 Beds2 Baths1,838 Square FeetMulti-Family
$1,385,000
floors / apts2 / 2
Lot Size23'x100'
Built Size17'x42'
ZoneR5
Building TypeHouse
RE Taxes$8,364
Price Per SF
$754
This property was sold for $1,385,000 on 07/01/26.
Outdoor space and views
- Backyard
- Patio
- Porch
Building Amenities
- Garage
Property Description for 1948 81st Street
A rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained two-family home with garage, backyard, and strong rental potential in one of Brooklyn's most established neighborhoods.
Welcome to 1948 81st Street, a meticulously maintained two-family home in the heart of Brooklyn's desirable Bensonhurst neighborhood. This classic property offers the perfect blend of comfortable living and strong income potential, making it an excellent opportunity for both end-users and investors.
The home has been owned and inhabited by one family for many decades. It has been exceptionally well cared for over the years - evident from the moment you step inside. Each unit offers a well-proportioned layout with bright living spaces, two bedrooms, and one full bath-ideal for extended family living or generating reliable rental income. The home also has a full floor, bright and cheery, finished basement with direct access to the backyard.
One of the standout features of this property is its flexible two-family configuration, allowing an owner to live in one unit while collecting rental income from the other to help offset monthly expenses. For investors, the home presents a strong opportunity to generate consistent income in a stable and highly sought-after neighborhood.
The property also includes a private garage, a valuable amenity in Brooklyn, along with a lovely backyard space perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining outdoors. The outdoor area adds an extra layer of livability that is rarely found in comparable homes. Located on a quiet residential block, 1948 81st Street is close to neighborhood shopping, dining, and convenient transportation options, making everyday living both easy and enjoyable. There are an assortment of bucolic parks and a wide range of schools to choose from as well.
Whether you are looking for a clean, move-in ready home with income potential or a smart addition to your investment portfolio, this property checks all the boxes.
Building Details for 1948 81st Street
OwnershipMulti-Family
Building TypeHouse
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1920
Floors/Apts2/2
Contact Agents
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Trim Qorkadiu
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New York Properties
Peter Gumas
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New York Properties
Bensonhurst | Brooklyn
Quick Profile
Bensonhurst is a densely populated residential neighborhood with a bustling business district in the southwest section of Brooklyn. It’s a storied neighborhood and is considered to be the most ethnically diverse neighborhood in New York City.
Technically, Bensonhurst doesn’t quite have the same clean-cut boundaries the way other neighborhoods do. It has an odd shape that intertwines with the surrounding communities of Bath Beach, Dyker Heights, Borough Park and Mapleton. The neighborhoods are sometimes mistaken for Bensonhurst and vice versa. It’s bordered by 14th Avenue, which is to the northwest, 60st Street and McDonald Avenue to the northeast, Avenue S to the southeast, and 86th Street to the southwest.
You won’t find that many luxury building developments in this neck of the woods either. Much of the Bensonhurst neighborhood still has that old Brooklyn charm. It’s architecture comprises co-ops, condos, single-family attached, semi-attached, fully-detached homes, and also multi-family homes. It’s a healthy mix of quiet residential blocks and bustling commercial thoroughfare, especially along 86th Street. Bensonhurst has many similarities to Bath Beach, it’s immediate neighbor to the south.
Bensonhurst was once part of New Utrecht, which was one of the original six towns within Kings County. It was later absorbed into what we know as modern day Brooklyn. It is named after the Benson family, who were farmers and landowners and controlled much of Bensonhurst and parts of Bath Beach.
In its early history, Bensonhurst was mostly Italian-Americans and Jewish immigrants. In recent years the neighborhood has seen many Chinese, Russian, Middle Eastern and Mexican residents who call Bensonhurst home.
Besides the ethnic enclaves residing in Bensonhurst, the neighborhood is also attracting younger residents and families. The cost of living is considerably less compared to other parts of Manhattan and Brooklyn. In 2019, the homeownership rate in Bensonhurst was 36.5%, higher than the citywide share of 31.9%.
The D, N, and F service Bensonhurst and will shoot you straight into Midtown Manhattan where bus lines service the rest of the borough.
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OLR ID: 105284TH
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