705 Schenck Ave Brooklyn, NY 11207
East New York NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,182/month
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Balcony
- Patio
- Granite Countertops
- Eat-In Kitchen
- 4-minute walk to Sankofa Park
About This Home
Discover this newly renovated two-family home situated in the vibrant and evolving neighborhood of East New York. This property is perfect for both first-time homebuyers and savvy investors, offering modern living with income potential.
Enter through the parlor level to find an open-concept living room and kitchen, featuring sleek white cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and stove. All bedrooms are positioned at the rear, and you’ll find a staircase leading to a fully finished, windowed basement, complete with tiled flooring and a full bathroom. Access to a private backyard is available from the basement.
The top floor hosts three spacious queen-sized bedrooms, mirroring the layout of the duplex below, but with the added luxury of a private terrace at the front of the home.
Occupy the duplex unit and leverage rental income from the upper unit to offset mortgage costs.The property's location and amenities make it attractive for tenants, promising a good rental yield.
Just two blocks from the Van Siclen Avenue subway station, offering easy access to the rest of New York City.
Local Attractions: Close proximity to Shirley Chisholm State Park and the Gateway Center, with a range of shopping and dining options.
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,680
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 20.000000x100.000000
- East Facing Home
- Private Entrance
Home Design
- Duplex
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 2,550 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Patio
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Baseboard Heating
Community Details
- 2 Units
- New Lots Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 35 / 04308
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,662 | $31,020 | $14,400 | $16,620 |
| 2024 | $1,662 | $36,480 | $14,400 | $22,080 |
| 2023 | $1,586 | $33,000 | $14,400 | $18,600 |
| 2022 | $1,473 | $31,440 | $14,400 | $17,040 |
| 2021 | $1,470 | $30,480 | $14,400 | $16,080 |
| 2020 | $731 | $25,500 | $14,400 | $11,100 |
| 2019 | $1,442 | $21,840 | $14,400 | $7,440 |
| 2018 | $1,326 | $6,506 | $3,206 | $3,300 |
| 2017 | $1,253 | $6,148 | $2,928 | $3,220 |
| 2016 | $1,163 | $5,820 | $3,204 | $2,616 |
| 2015 | $480 | $5,820 | $4,111 | $1,709 |
| 2014 | $480 | $5,746 | $4,870 | $876 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 10/17/25 | For Sale | $950,000 | -- | $373 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $840,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $680,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $291,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $595,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $595,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $401,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $401,000 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $340,000 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $340,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $212,500 | -- | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $212,500 | -- | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $117,000 | Titleguard Inc | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $117,000 | Titleguard Inc | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $52,500 | Titleguard Inc | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $52,500 | Titleguard Inc | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | -- | -- | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed In Lieu Of Foreclosure | $189,500 | -- | |
| Deed In Lieu Of Foreclosure | $189,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $159,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $159,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $59,000 | Commonwealth Land Title Ins | |
| Deed | $59,000 | Commonwealth Land Title Ins |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $630,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $310,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $533,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $80,200 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $320,800 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $257,950 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $158,385 | FHA |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS20055254
APN: 04308-0035
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