$10,000

closing credit¹

159 Hastings St Brooklyn, NY 11235

$2,350,000
5 beds
3 full
2,478 sqft
$948 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 159 Hastings St

Legal 2-Family Gem on an Oversized 60x100 Lot: Ideal Beachside Living with Income Potential. Experience the best of coastal living in this spacious, detached two-family home, just 1,000 feet from Manhattan Beach. This property spans approximately 4,130 sq. ft. and offers both charm and convenience with its well-thought-out layout and outdoor spaces. The second floor has a large 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with a spacious living room, kitchen, and dining area. Enjoy easy access to a private terrace, ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation with a view. The first floor features an oversized 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment. The layout includes a large living room, kitchen, and dining area, which opens to a sizable porch—perfect for enjoying fresh air and outdoor dining. Radiant heated floors enhance the comfort of this inviting space, with direct access to the finished basement. The fully finished basement provides additional flexible space, complete with a recreation room, an extra bathroom, mechanical rooms, and a laundry room, making it ideal for entertainment or extra storage. Outdoor amenities: This property features two private driveways and a 400-square-foot detached garage, providing ample parking and storage. A large backyard offers plenty of room for outdoor activities or gardening, making this a true retreat. Close to the beach, boardwalk, amusement park, subway lines B and Q, buses B1, B49, B68, and the BM3 express bus to Manhattan. Don’t miss the rare opportunity to own this legal two-family home in one of Brooklyn’s most desirable neighborhoods, ideal for those seeking a serene beachside lifestyle with the added benefit of rental income.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
HeatingDuctless, Hot Water, Electric, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingOther
Size2,478 sqft
BasementYes
Parking6+ Spaces,Detached Garage,Parking Area, Private Drive
MLS #487034
FireplaceStove, Other

Summary

  • MLS Number: 487034
  • Office Name: High Class Realty SB LLC.

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$106,380$19,063
2023$129,780$18,026
2021$107,580$33,827
2019$98,100$17,012
2018$75,961$13,962
2017$71,662$6,191

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

P.S. 195 Manhattan Beach School

Public District PK-5

0.1 mi

131 Irwin St

6

P.S. 52 Sheepshead Bay School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

2675 E 29th St

8

P.S. 254 Dag Hammarskjold School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

1801 Avenue Y

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $107,143. Residents of Brooklyn, NY typically earn between $100k-200k each year. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

14%
<35k
32%
35k-100k
36%
100k-200k
18%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

27%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
27%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

This home is located at 159 Hastings St in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11235 in the Manhattan Beach neighborhood. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 27, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,350,000.

While more than 31 listings in Brooklyn, NY in January 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 254 listings sold at asking price, and more than 154 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Brooklyn, NY decreased by 4.4% between December and January 2025. The median list price of listings available in January 2025 was $991,265, while the average time on the real estate market was 93 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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