1158 78th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11228 | Dyker Heights | 2-Family A Rare Opportunity in One of Brooklyn's Most Coveted Neighborhoods Situated on a quiet, tree-lined block in the heart of Dyker Heights, this charming 2-family duplex presents an exceptional opportunity for investors, developers, and savvy buyers looking to put their stamp on a property with outstanding bones and even better potential. Built in 1920 and offering approximately 2,080 square feet of living space across two units, this home is being sold as is, ready for your vision. Whether you're looking to renovate and rent, gut-renovate into a dream primary residence, or invest in one of Brooklyn's most consistently desirable zip codes, this property checks every box. The layout is spacious and versatile, featuring generous living and dining areas, multiple bedrooms across both units, a full basement with laundry and mechanicals, and the kind of square footage that's increasingly hard to find at this price point in Dyker Heights. Why Dyker Heights? Known for its tight-knit community, low crime, excellent schools, and iconic holiday spirit, Dyker Heights remains one of Brooklyn's most sought-after neighborhoods. Close to shopping on 13th Avenue, convenient to the D & N subway lines, and just minutes from the Belt Parkway, the location truly sells itself. Highlights: 2-family duplex | ~2,080 sq ft | Built 1920 Full basement with laundry hook-ups Sold as is, priced to reflect renovation opportunity Prime Dyker Heights location Opportunities like this don't last long in Dyker Heights.
For sale
$1,458,888
1158 78th St, Brooklyn, NY 11228
5beds
2,080sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$1,421,600 Zestimate®
$701/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quiet tree-lined block
- 8 days |
- 1,546 |
- 57 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing by:
RE/MAX Elite 718-690-3900,
Thomas D. Aellis 917-574-0363
Source: BNYMLS,MLS#: 500954
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Area
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,080
- Total interior livable area: 2,080 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Patio Garden
Lot
- Size: 2,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x100
Details
- Foundation area: 1040
- Parcel number: 062540030
- Zoning: R4-1
- Special conditions: Arm's Length
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 V
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Brooklyn
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $701/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,266,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,755
- Date on market: 4/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
Estimated market value
$1,421,600
$1.35M - $1.49M
$3,309/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,458,888+94.5%$701/sqft |
Source:  BNYMLS #500954 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2014 | Sold | $750,000$361/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,355 | $75,960 -14.5% |
| 2023 | -- | $88,800 +22.9% |
| 2022 | -- | $72,240 -3.9% |
| 2021 | -- | $75,180 -3% |
| 2020 | $3,695 -10% | $77,520 |
| 2019 | $4,108 -49.4% | $77,520 +99.7% |
| 2018 | $8,120 +4.9% | $38,816 +2.2% |
| 2017 | $7,742 +168.6% | $37,977 +6% |
| 2016 | $2,882 | $35,830 +4.5% |
| 2015 | $2,882 +67.4% | $34,287 +6% |
| 2014 | $1,722 | $32,347 |
| 2013 | -- | $32,347 +2.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $31,648 +6% |
| 2011 | -- | $29,859 +4.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $28,573 +6% |
| 2009 | -- | $26,956 |
| 2008 | -- | $26,956 +2.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $26,374 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $24,883 +4.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $23,811 +6% |
| 2004 | -- | $22,464 |
| 2003 | -- | $22,464 +2.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $21,979 +6% |
| 2001 | -- | $20,736 +4.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $19,843 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Dyker Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Ps 127 Mckinley ParkGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Madeleine Brennan School (The)Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10New Utrecht High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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