




185 Bergen Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11217
About This Home
Presenting this exceptional gem in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn: a legal four-family property featuring four bedrooms and four bathrooms, perfectly designed for those seeking to combine personal living space with strong income potential. Live in one unit while the remaining units generate attractive rental income or reconfigure the layout to match your vision and lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, this property feels like home — featuring high ceilings, abundant natural light, a roof less than 10 years old, a boiler under two years old, a recently updated hot water tank, four-zone heating, and a charming. Offering approximately 3,104 square feet of living space, the property has been well maintained and presents exceptional potential for both end-users and investors alike. The location is truly unmatched: The bus stop is just a few steps away, with a Citi Bike station around the corner, one block from the subway, and offering direct access to Manhattan within minutes, with excellent proximity to both the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges. Surrounded by boutique shops, premier restaurants, and upscale supermarkets, and located just minutes from Downtown Brooklyn. The property is being sold as-is and drive-by only, currently occupied by one tenant. Buyers understand that the property will be transferred with the current occupancy in place, which is reflected in the competitive pricing compared to surrounding properties in the area. This creates a unique value-add opportunity and makes it an exceptional acquisition for investors seeking long-term upside, future repositioning potential, and strategic value in one of Brooklyn’s most desirable neighborhoods. All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyers must independently verify taxes, square footage, condition, occupancy, and all other property details.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick,Brownstone
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Quadruplex,Multi Family
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Features
- Other
- Flooring: Hardwood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Other
- Cooling features: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,104
- Total interior livable area: 3,104 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 001950042
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Special condition: None
Lot
- Lot size: 1,942 sqft
Parking
- Parking features: None
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Kings County and New York
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $16,433 | $197,196 |
| Home Insurance * | $436 | $5,232 |
| Property Taxes | $2,360 | $28,320 |
| Electricity | $512 | $6,155 |
| Total | $19,741 | $236,892 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Pending sale | $3,250,000 |
| 2026-05-12 | Listed for sale | $3,250,000 |
| 2017-06-29 | Listing removed | $2,800 |
| 2017-06-12 | Listed for rent | $2,800 |
| 2009-08-21 | Listing removed | $2,400 |
| 2009-08-08 | Listed for sale | $2,400 |
