894 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11221
About This Home
894 Dekalb Avenue is a mixed-use, free market building in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant. The property consists of two residential apartments over one ground-floor retail unit and totals approximately 4,000 SF across 20 feet of frontage. All tenants pay their own utilities, making for an easy-to-manage investment. With low annual taxes of just $5,787 and future development potential through additional air rights, 894 Dekalb Avenue offers a compelling opportunity for both investors and owner-users. Located near parks, cafes, and transit options, the property benefits from strong neighborhood demand and long-term upside.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1931
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Building
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,000
- Total interior livable area: 4,000 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 017820036
- Special condition: Resale
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
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- 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 | $11,630 | $139,560 |
| Home Insurance * | $789 | $9,468 |
| Property Taxes | $1,073 | $12,876 |
| Electricity | $661 | $7,932 |
| Total | $14,153 | $169,836 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-24 | Price change | $2,300,000 |
| 2025-05-15 | Listed for sale | $2,490,000 |
| 2016-01-29 | Listing removed | $2,495 |
| 2016-01-21 | Listed for rent | $2,495 |
| 1997-04-29 | Sold | $40,000 |
| 1997-01-16 | Sold | $1,000 |
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