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816 53rd Street, Brooklyn NY 11220
816 53rd Street, Brooklyn NY 11220
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816 53rd StreetBrooklyn, NY 11220

For Sale

$1,299,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $16,238

Rare Residential & Commercial Conversion Opportunity Near Brooklyn’s 8th Avenue Chinatown! Welcome to 816 56th Street, Brooklyn, a unique one-family home with excellent commercial conversion potential, ideally located just minutes from the vibrant 8th Avenue commercial corridor in the heart of Brooklyn’s Chinatown. The property features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with two stories plus a basement, along with a private garage in the rear. One of the property’s strongest features is its R6/C1-3 zoning, offering tremendous flexibility and potential for commercial or mixed-use conversion, subject to applicable zoning regulations and approvals. Ideal for investors, developers, business owners, or end users looking to establish a retail, restaurant, office, service, or other permitted commercial use in one of Brooklyn’s busiest commercial neighborhoods. Excellent location near 8th Avenue shopping, restaurants, supermarkets, transportation (B70, B11, B9, B16 Buses and N, R, W, D Trains), and neighborhood amenities. Use it as a home, convert for business use, or explore its redevelopment potential — a rare opportunity in a prime Brooklyn location.

Listed by Kelly Wu

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RE/MAX Edge

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718-288-3835

Last updated September 11, 2026

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Source: OneKey #1038985

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodSunset Park
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms3
  • Days on Prevu32
  • Taxes$6,426/year
  • Size884 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,469

Location

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Listing History

09/11/2026
Price Decreased
$1,299,000
08/14/2026
Listed by RE/MAX Edge
$1,399,000
  1. 09/11/2026$1,299,000
    Price Decreased
  2. 08/14/2026$1,399,000
    Listed by RE/MAX Edge

Estimated Closing Costs

Attorney Fees
$4,000
NYC Mansion Tax
$12,990
Title Insurance
$5,846
Bank Attorney
$1,500
Mortgage Recording Tax
$20,004
Other Closing Costs
$4,000
Total
$48,340

Estimated closing costs are based on the list price of $1,299,000 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 816 53rd Street

Exterior

Construction

  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Construction Materials: Other

Measurements

  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 13,100
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1,302

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 00815-0035
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,426.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Other, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Tile
  • Interior Features: Other

Measurements

  • Living Area: 884
  • Living Area Source: Other

Rooms

  • Basement: Finished, Full, See Remarks
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 7

Other

Location

  • Tax Block: 5665
  • Tax Lot: 0013

Parking

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Other

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Contact Agent
  • Elementary School District: Contact Agent

High School

  • High School: Contact Agent
  • High School District: Contact Agent

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: Call Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Contact Agent

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Other
  • Sewer: Other
  • Utilities: See Remarks
  • Water Source: Other

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in this single-family home at 816 53rd Street.

What schools are nearby to 816 53rd Street?

Nearby schools include the Contact Agent Elementary School, Call Listing Agent Middle School, and Contact Agent High School.

Does this single-family home have parking?

Yes, there is 1 parking space available for 816 53rd Street.

What are the annual taxes for 816 53rd Street?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $6,426.

How does 816 53rd Street compare to other single-family homes in Sunset Park?

This single-family home is listed 3% below the average price for single-family homes in Sunset Park and has been on the market for 62 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 884 sqft.

816 53rd Street is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home for sale in Brooklyn NY 11220. Listed on Prevu for 32 days at $1,299,000. This includes a recent price decrease of $100,000. This home features 884 square feet of living space, located in Sunset Park. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $1,195,000. Nearby schools include Contact Agent Elementary School, Call Listing Agent Middle School, and Contact Agent High School. Explore more single-family home listings in Brooklyn.

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