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620 East 40th StreetBrooklyn, NY 11203

For Sale

$2,500,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $31,250

Prime Development Opportunity in East Flatbush, Brooklyn - 80" x 100" Lot with Endless Potential! Introducing 620 East 40th Street, a rare and expansive 8,000 sq ft lot located in the dynamic and well-connected neighborhood of East Flatbush. This oversized parcel offers exceptional potential for developers and investors looking to capitalize on Brooklyn's continued growth. The property currently includes a large structure with 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a two-car garage, and a detached shed-delivering strong rental potential in its existing condition. With a double-wide 80-foot frontage and R4 zoning, this site is primed for transformative redevelopment. Key Development Highlights: As-of-right option: Build four 3-unit residences (approx. 2,000 sq ft each), totaling 12 residential units-well-suited for market-rate or affordable housing models. Community Facility Bonus: Pair residential development with a qualifying community use to push FAR to 1.4 (11,200 sq ft), eliminate parking requirements, and reach a max height of 35 feet (or 45 feet with AIRS). Take advantage of new zoning allowances under R4 that promote housing flexibility and density in growth zones like East Flatbush. New York City forward thinking Zoning Program "The City of Yes", you have the opportunity to build to the same specifications as R6 Zoning. That means the R4 designation should not be seen as a limitation but rather as an open door to higher - density residential or mix - use development. The site is perfectly suited for a medical facility with community use bonus. Proximity to public transit, healthcare centers, and essential amenities enhances this site's long-term value and community impact. Whether your goal is a multi-unit investment portfolio, a boutique condo project, or a socially driven housing initiative, 620 East 40th Street offers a one-of-a-kind canvas in a high-demand Brooklyn corridor. 

Listed by Curtis Quow

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License #10301222501

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Serhant

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(347) 385-1105

Last updated September 04, 2025

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Source: REBNY #RLS20037722

Listing Facts

  • TypeMulti-family
  • NeighborhoodEast Flatbush
  • Bedrooms6
  • Bathrooms4
  • Days on Prevu55
  • Taxes$8,700/year
  • Size1,927 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,297

Amenities

  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

09/04/2025
Status changed to Active
$2,500,000
09/04/2025
Price Increased
$2,500,000
08/23/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$2,100,000
08/08/2025
Price Decreased
$2,100,000
07/17/2025
Listed by Serhant
$3,000,000

Estimated Closing Costs

Total
$90,500
Attorney Fees
$4,000
NYC Mansion Tax
$31,250
Title Insurance
$11,250
Bank Attorney
$1,500
Mortgage Recording Tax
$38,500
Other Closing Costs
$4,000

Estimated closing costs are based on the list price of $2,500,000 and a 20% downpayment. These estimates are for indicative purposes only. Actual closing costs may vary for each transaction. See the Closing Costs Calculator for calculations specific to your situation.

Property Details for 620 East 40th Street

Association

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed: Building Yes, No

Compensation

Commissions

  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.0Percent

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: -1
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Entry Level: 1

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 1,927
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Area: 8,000
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet

Financial

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,700.00

Interior

Features

  • Interior Features: Smoke Free

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,927
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Rooms Total: 10

Other

Location

  • City Region: Brooklyn
  • Subdivision Name: Farragut
  • Tax Block: 01824
  • Tax Lot: 0016

Parking

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Garage

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit

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