8501-8507 Coventry Road – Your Dream Canvas Awaits in Canarsie!
Welcome to 8501-8507 Coventry Road, a rare gem with boundless potential in the heart of Canarsie. This charming brick one-family home, situated on an expansive 4,408 sq. ft. corner lot, is the perfect opportunity for visionaries and savvy investors.
Property Highlights:
Prime Location & Generous Lot: Enjoy the prestige of a semi-attached, corner property with dimensions of 73 ft x 116.58 ft, offering unparalleled curb appeal. The lush, grassed yard is adorned with mature trees, shrubbery, and evergreens, creating a serene urban oasis.
Unlimited Design Possibilities: The home has been fully gutted to a vanilla box fully open layout, leaving you with a blank canvas to craft your dream living space. Plumbing for the kitchen and bathroom is intact, and the original brick chimney adds a touch of timeless character. Bring your contractor and start designing your dream space right away.
Versatile Layout: With 960 sq. ft. of living space on the main floor, a full walkout basement featuring 10 ft. ceilings, and a 200 sq. ft. garage, the possibilities for customization are endless. The basement’s dual access—connecting to both the garage and the street—enhances convenience and functionality, while the high ceilings add a sense of spaciousness and potential for creative use.
R4 Zoning District: The property’s Residential FAR of 0.75 and Facility FAR of 2 allow for substantial expansion potential. With an unused FAR of 2,336 sq. ft., there’s ample room to increase living space or explore creative development opportunities.
Timeless Craftsmanship: Built in 1920, this solid brick/masonry structure boasts enduring quality, with a high-average exterior condition that serves as a testament to its robust construction.
The Opportunity:
This property offers the best of both worlds: the charm and character of a 1920s brick row home combined with the flexibility to design a space that perfectly suits your needs. Whether you’re envisioning a stylish modern retreat, a multi-generational haven, or a lucrative investment property, 8507 Coventry Road is the foundation upon which dreams are built.
Neighborhood Appeal:
Located in vibrant Canarsie, this property enjoys proximity to parks, schools, shopping, and transportation. The convenience of off-street parking and a basement garage ensures ease of living, while the tranquil, tree-lined streets provide a suburban feel within the city.
Bring Your Vision to Life
Opportunities like this don’t come around often. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or a homeowner ready to build your masterpiece, this property is your chance to create something truly special.
Schedule your private tour today and unlock the potential of 8507 Coventry Road.
Disclaimer: All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyers are advised to verify zoning and FAR allowances.
In contract
$515,000
8507 Coventry Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11236
3beds
960sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$630,700 Zestimate®
$536/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 422 days |
- 52 |
- 1 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 26, 2025 at 12:37pm
Listing by:
Love First Realty, Inc. 347-857-8046,
Selma Allsop
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1750694
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 960
- Total interior livable area: 960 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 079080196
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Canarsie
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $536/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $557,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,450
- Date on market: 1/21/2025
Estimated market value
$630,700
$542,000 - $706,000
$4,087/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2025 | Contingent | $515,000$536/sqft |
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| 5/12/2025 | Price change | $515,000-6.4%$536/sqft |
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| 2/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,999$573/sqft |
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| 2/5/2025 | Contingent | $549,999$573/sqft |
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| 1/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,999+1733.3%$573/sqft |
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| 3/9/2020 | Sold | $30,000$31/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,450 | $33,420 +3% |
| 2023 | -- | $32,460 -6.4% |
| 2022 | -- | $34,680 +18% |
| 2021 | -- | $29,400 +7.2% |
| 2020 | $5,664 +10.1% | $27,420 |
| 2019 | $5,145 -18.4% | $27,420 -9% |
| 2018 | $6,304 +8.8% | $30,134 +6% |
| 2017 | $5,795 +189.6% | $28,429 +6% |
| 2016 | $2,001 | $26,820 -5.4% |
| 2015 | $2,001 +45.6% | $28,365 +6% |
| 2014 | $1,374 | $26,760 -4.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $28,150 +6% |
| 2012 | -- | $26,558 +6% |
| 2011 | -- | $25,056 +6% |
| 2010 | -- | $23,638 +0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $23,596 +0.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $23,459 +6% |
| 2007 | -- | $22,132 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $20,880 +6% |
| 2005 | -- | $19,699 +0.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $19,664 +0.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $19,550 +6% |
| 2002 | -- | $18,444 +6% |
| 2001 | -- | $17,400 +6% |
| 2000 | -- | $16,416 |
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Neighborhood: Canarsie
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Ps 233 Langston HughesGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Is 285 Meyer LevinGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10It Takes A Village AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi






