$3,500,000

8729 20th Ave Brooklyn, NY 11214

5,824 sqft
$601 / sqft
Land

Property details

About 8729 20th Ave

Prime Development Opportunity in Bensonhurst. Unlock the full potential of this exceptional development site, now benefiting from the newly approved City of Yes for Housing Opportunity zoning changes. This Qualifying Residential Site is located in an R5 zone and now allows for a 2.0 Floor Area Ratio (FAR), providing approximately 13,534 buildable square feet on a 6,767 sq ft lot with an impressive 70-foot frontage. Copyrighted proposed plans—available upon request—envision a five-story, 20-unit residential building and qualify for a parking requirement waiver, offering significant development flexibility and efficiency. Situated just minutes away from the 20th Avenue D train station, the property offers excellent transit access and is surrounded by the vibrant amenities of 86th Street's shopping and dining corridor, as well as close proximity to the Gravesend Bay waterfront, parks and schools. The existing structure is a 2.75-story mixed-use building currently classified as Primarily One-Family with Store or Office (currently a community facility). This is a rare opportunity to capitalize on one of South Brooklyn’s most transit-connected and amenity-rich neighborhoods, while taking advantage of NYC’s push for smart, sustainable residential growth. Proposed architectural plans are copyrighted and will be shared with qualified buyers. Disclaimer: This sale may be subject to approval by the Attorney General and Supreme Court pursuant to the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law, if required.

Highlights

Home typeVacant Land
StatusActive
Size5,824 sqft
Year built1910
MLS #490741

Summary

  • List Price: $3,500,000
  • Price/SqFt: $600
  • Annual Tax Amount: $13,280
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 5,824 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 490741
  • Office Name: MadisonEstates Sothebys Realty

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$183,840$13,280
2023$193,500$12,529
2021$151,260$25,965
2019$132,840$12,363
2018$51,984$10,479
2017$51,408$10,276

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

P.S. 200 Benson School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

1940 Benson Ave

4

P.S. 128 Bensonhurst School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

2075 84th St

7

P.S. 748 Brooklyn School for Global Scholars

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

1664 Benson Ave

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 $42,016. Residents of Brooklyn, NY typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

40%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

47%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • IKEAIKEA

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • QuiznosQuiznos

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • ToyotaToyota
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 8729 20th Ave

The listing price of 8729 20th Ave property is $3,500,000.

The property 8729 20th Ave is land located in Brooklyn, New York, 11214.

Active Listing: 8729 20th Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 8729 20th Ave are: P.S. 200 Benson School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), P.S. 128 Bensonhurst School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), P.S. 748 Brooklyn School for Global Scholars (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), P.S. 163 Bath Beach School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), I.S. 281 Joseph B. Cavallaro (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Brooklyn School of Inquiry (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Brooklyn Studio Secondary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), New Utrecht High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), International High School at Lafayette (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $13,280 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property 8729 20th Ave is 5,824 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 8729 20th Ave is 1910.

This home is located at 8729 20th Ave in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11214 in the Bath Beach neighborhood. This 5,824 square foot home was built in 1910. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,500,000.

In April 2025, from all listings sold in Brooklyn, NY there were more than 38 sold above asking price, over 146 sold below and more than 194 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Brooklyn, NY increased by 2.3% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 121 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $994,292 during the same period.

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

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