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Property Description
Presenting an excellent opportunity to own a well-maintained 3-family property in the heart of Bushwick generating $11,710 per month in total rental income, or $140,520 in annual gross rent. The first-floor unit features 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, direct backyard access, split-zone heating and air conditioning, and baseboard heat, while the second- and third-floor units each offer 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet. The property also includes a spacious open-concept basement with a half bathroom, providing valuable additional space. Utilities are separately metered with 4 electric meters and 4 gas meters, including dedicated meters for each apartment and the common/public areas, and the gas boiler and hot water tank were installed in 2021. Situated on a 20' x 100' lot with R6 zoning, the property contains approximately 3,000 square feet with an actual FAR of 1.50, compared with a maximum residential FAR of 2.43, indicating approximately 4,860 square feet of maximum residential floor area and an estimated 1,860 additional buildable square feet, subject to zoning, DOB approval, and independent verification. Transportation is a major convenience, with the J train at Halsey Street minutes away, J/Z trains at Gates Avenue are nearby, J/Z trains at Chauncey Street as well as the L train at Wilson Avenue and the M train at Knickerbocker Avenue, providing multiple options for convenient travel throughout Brooklyn and into Manhattan. With a desirable three-family configuration, spacious multi-bath layouts, separate utilities, strong existing rental income, excellent transit access, and potential unused development rights, this property presents a compelling opportunity for investors or owner-occupants alike. Property is being sold as-is. All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 78 Cornelia St
General
- Price: $1,798,000
- Taxes: $3,929
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: Long_Island
- MLS ID: 1042433
- Updated: Today (8/24/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Other
Parking
- Parking Features: None
Location
- County: Kings (Brooklyn)
- Cross Streets: Bushwick Ave
School Information
- High School District: Contact Agent
- Elementary School: Contact Agent
- Middle School: Call Listing Agent
- High School: Contact Agent
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ductless, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Other
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Trash Collection Public, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Detached/Attached: Attached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full Basement, See Remarks, Walk-Out Access
- Building Size: 3000
- Square Feet: 3,000
- Year Built: 1905
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0459
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,000
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,929
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Property ID: 03381-0018
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Schools
Schools serving 78 Cornelia St
School District:New York City Geographic School District 32
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 299 Thomas Warren Field School 88 Woodbine Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Jhs 291 Roland Hayes 231 Palmetto Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 78 Cornelia St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/24/2026
Listed
$1,798,000
165.98%
MLS
3/07/2007
Sold
$676,000
—
Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 78 Cornelia St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,929
—
$86,820
344%
2025
$3,929
1%
$19,561
-75%
2024
$3,886
6%
$77,700
-17%
2023
$3,670
5%
$93,300
22%
2022
$3,507
-49%
$76,380
9%
2021
$6,861
99%
$69,900
-17%
2020
$3,450
1%
$84,180
—
2019
$3,413
16%
$84,180
453%
2017
$2,933
—
$15,225
6%
2017
$2,933
8%
$14,389
6%
2016
$2,716
2%
$13,584
—
2015
$2,656
9%
$13,584
1%
2014
$2,435
12%
$13,436
6%
2013
$2,183
—
$12,688
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 78 Cornelia St
78 Cornelia Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221 (MLS# 1042433) is a Multi-Family property with 3 units containing 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 78 Cornelia Street is currently listed for $1,798,000 and was received on August 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 78 Cornelia Street? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Brooklyn? You can browse all Brooklyn real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

