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$1,699,000

987 79th St Brooklyn, NY 11228

2 full, 1 partial
2,052 sqft
$828 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 987 79th St

Welcome to this charming semi-detached two-family brick home with a private driveway is ideally situated on a beautiful tree-lined block. The first-floor unit features a bright four-season porch, a spacious living room, and a formal dining room—perfect for entertaining. The kitchen offers direct access to the backyard for easy indoor-outdoor living. You'll also find two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom, with hardwood flooring throughout. The full finished basement offers high ceilings and tiled flooring, making it an ideal space for a family room, recreation area, or additional entertaining. It also has convenient access to the backyard. The second-floor unit offers two bedrooms and one full bathroom, also with hardwood floors throughout. A private deck provides the perfect outdoor retreat to relax and unwind on warm summer evenings. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent out the other, or seeking an investment opportunity, this home has endless potential.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Size2,052 sqft
BasementYes
Parking3 Spaces, Private Drive
MLS #493968
Garage3 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Parking: 3 Spaces, Private Drive
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • List Price: $1,699,000
  • Price/SqFt: $827
  • Annual Tax Amount: $9,769
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Living Area: 2,052 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 493968
  • Office Name: Ben Bay Realty Co

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 25, 1996
Home Sold
$116,250
Mar 25, 1996
Home Sold
$116,250

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$67,740$9,769
2023$71,700$9,217
2021$71,820$18,671
2019$68,700$9,060
2018$39,412$7,734
2017$39,412$7,317

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

P.S. 127 Mckinley Park School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

7805 7th Ave

8

Ralph A. Fabrizio School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

619 72nd St

7

P.S. 176 The Ovington School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

1225 69th St

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 $108,333. Residents of Brooklyn, NY typically earn between $100k-200k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

12%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
45%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

35%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
26%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 987 79th St

The listing price of 987 79th St property is $1,699,000.

The property 987 79th St is a multi located in Brooklyn, New York, 11228.

Sale Pending: 987 79th St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

The nearby schools for 987 79th St are: P.S. 127 Mckinley Park School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Ralph A. Fabrizio School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 176 The Ovington School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), J.H.S. 259 William Mckinley (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), J.H.S. 201 Dyker Heights (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), P.S./I.S. 104 The Fort Hamilton School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), New Utrecht High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), High School of Telecommunications Arts and Technology (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Fort Hamilton High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $9,769 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 25, 1996 for $116,250 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property 987 79th St is 2,052 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

This home is located at 987 79th St in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11228 in the Dyker Heights neighborhood. Features: 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,699,000.

Over 44 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Brooklyn, NY. In the same period over 155 listings were sold below the listed price and 293 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Brooklyn, NY between May and June 2025 decreased by 5%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 92 days, the median list price was $1,019,077.

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

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