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$1,699,999
497 Hart St
Brooklyn, NY, 11221
View more Brooklyn, NY property pages4Beds
3Baths
2,600Sqft
$654$/sqft
Listing Notes
Welcome to 497 Hart Street! This thoughtfully configured two-family townhouse in the heart of Bushwick offers the perfect blend of comfortable living and built-in income potential. The home is set up as a spacious owners duplex plus a separate one-bedroom + home office rental above. The upper unit can be delivered vacant, giving you the flexibility to move in, rent it out, or create your ideal setup from day one. The owners duplex spans the garden and parlor levels and has been fully renovated with a modern, functional layout. The garden level features an open-concept kitchen, living, and dining area with plenty of room to spread out, all leading directly to a beautifully landscaped private backyard that's perfect for entertaining or enjoying your own outdoor escape. Upstairs, the bedrooms are tucked away on the parlor level, along with the convenience of in-unit laundry. The duplex is currently tenant-occupied through May 2027, providing steady income in place and a clear timeline for future use. Please note: the basement is unfinished and has approximately 5'7 ceiling height. Set on a charming, tree-lined block, youre right in the heart of Bushwick, surrounded by some of Brooklyns best coffee shops, restaurants, and local favorites, along with easy access to nearby subway lines for a quick commute into Manhattan and beyond. Its a neighborhood known for its energy, creativity, and strong sense of community. 497 Hart Street is a great opportunity for buyers looking for a well-maintained multi-family home with immediate income and long-term flexibility. Showings by appointment only. Inquire today to schedule a tour!
Market Insights
Above nearby median+9.0%
$654/sqft vs a nearby median of $600/sqft.
Nearby median$600/sqft
Nearby properties8
Property size2,600 sqft
- +9.0% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
- Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
- 2,600 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.
Pricing Read
Yardstick fair value$1.52M$1.38M – $1.67M · 46% confidence
vs ask $1.70M+$177k (+10.4%)
Asking price is about 10.4% above where comps + adjustments land — there is room to negotiate.
$598/sqft median across 4 tight comps × 2,600 sqft= $1.55M
- Open Class C HPD violations−$93k −6.0%
- Transit access+$39k +2.5%
- Pre-war character+$39k +2.5%
- Visible condition issues−$16k −1.0%
Cumulative NYC adjustments−$31k−2.0%
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The property is priced above the nearby median per square foot, so condition, building quality, and exact location need to justify the higher ask.
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Listing Details
- Days on market
- 7 days
- Last price change
- No change recorded
- Listed
- May 5, 2026
- Photos
- 13 photos
- Property type
- townhomes
- Status
- for sale
Features & Amenities
BasementTwo Or More StoriesModern KitchenOpen KitchenPrivate BackyardHigh CeilingRental PropertyOpen ConceptHome OfficeOfficeDenShopping
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Building Facts
- Year built
- 1901
- Stories
- 3
- Total units
- 2
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 2,040 sqft
- Lot size
- 1,500 sqft
- Land use
- One and two family buildings
- Building class
- B3
From NYC public records where available.
Price History
May 6, 2026Initial record
$1,699,999for sale
Public Records
DOB violations0 open
3 total recorded against the building
HPD violations25 open
8 class C (immediately hazardous)
ACRIS documents43
Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file
311 calls (12 mo)37,218
Top: noise - residential
Top complaint types in ZIP 11221
- Noise - Residential4,573
- HEAT/HOT WATER3,642
- Illegal Parking3,289
- UNSANITARY CONDITION1,850
- Noise - Street/Sidewalk1,741
Recent DOB
- Sep 20, 1994V%*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · UB-UNSAFE BUILDINGS NONE
- Apr 9, 1990VPW*-VIOLATION UNSERVED ECB-WORK WITHOUT PERMIT-DISMISSED · C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONAL
- Nov 29, 1989V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONAL
Recent HPD
- Mar 5, 2008Class B · § 27-2046.1, 2046.2 HMC: PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES. IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOC...
- Mar 5, 2008Class C · § 27-2031 ADMIN. CODE: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
- Mar 5, 2008Class B · § 27-2073 ADM CODE - PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH
- Jul 27, 2007Class C · § 27-2031 ADMIN. CODE: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY
Sourced from NYC Open Data (DOB, HPD, ACRIS). Updated as the city republishes — check the original source for live status.