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212 Franklin St
Listing Notes
Welcome to 212 Franklin Street, one of the most distinctive properties in Greenpoint , Brooklyn. This 25-foot-wide, brick facade, metal-framed mixed-use townhouse was completely rebuilt in 2014 to seamlessly blend high design with modern functionality, making it an ideal opportunity for both end-users and savvy investors. The property is configured as a two-unit residence over store, featuring a full-floor two-bedroom, one-bath apartment with private outdoor space, a spacious 3.5-bedroom, two-bath penthouse with a rooftop terrace, and a ground-floor retail space that includes a private yard and a finished lower level. This thoughtful layout offers exceptional income potential while providing the flexibility to occupy part or all of the residential section. Whether maintained as a high-performing investment or converted into a luxurious single-family home, the design and scale of 212 Franklin rival the finest townhouses on the market. With its versatile usage, elevated finishes, and impressive earning potential, this property is ready to deliver both high yield and refined living. Currently generating a strong income stream, 212 Franklin boasts a cap rate of 5.29%, with a projected cap rate that can easily grow to 6.2%, making it a high-income investment opportunity in one of Brooklyn's most desirable neighborhoods. Please call or email for more details.
Market Insights
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- 12 nearby properties available for comparison.
- Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
- Square footage is missing, so valuation should lean more heavily on comps and condition.
Estimated Monthly Payment
Assumes 20% down, 7.00% APR over 30 years. Tax and insurance are national-average estimates — your lender quote will differ.
- Principal & interest$28,209
- Property tax (est.)$4,858
- Home insurance (est.)$1,767
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Listing Details
- Days on market
- 356 days
- Last price change
- No change recorded
- Listed
- May 21, 2025
- Photos
- 23 photos
- Property type
- townhomes
- Status
- for sale
Features & Amenities
Photos
Building Facts
- Year built
- 1931
- Stories
- 4
- Total units
- 3
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 4,000 sqft
- Lot size
- 1,750 sqft
- Land use
- Mixed residential and commercial buildings
- Building class
- S2
From NYC public records where available.
Price History
Public Records
1 total recorded against the building
1 total recorded
Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file
Top: illegal parking
Top complaint types in ZIP 11222
- Illegal Parking9,827
- Noise - Residential1,595
- HEAT/HOT WATER1,317
- Blocked Driveway1,187
- Noise - Commercial855
Recent DOB
- Jan 14, 2015V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONE
Recent HPD
- Nov 8, 2019Class I · §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITE...
Recent Transfers (ACRIS)
- May 14, 2024DEED
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