91 Somers St Brooklyn, NY 11233
Ocean Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $7,210/month
Highlights
- Cooling Available
- 4-minute walk to Rockaway Avenue (A,C Line)
- 5-minute walk to Thomas Boyland Park
- Patio
About This Home
Welcome to 91 Somers Street, a timeless two-family brick townhouse in Bedford Stuyvesant, offering a rare combination of charm, flexibility, and opportunity. This prewar gem is perfectly suited for both end-users and forward-thinking investors, with a layout and location that inspire creativity and long-term value. Whether your vision is to craft a dream home, generate reliable rental income, or pursue a single-family conversion, this property delivers. The expansive triplex provides comfortable living space while the upper unit helps generate strong rental income. Delivered vacant, the property offers maximum flexibility for immediate occupancy, repositioning, or redevelopment. For investors, 91 Somers Street represents immediate upside in a rapidly growing neighborhood, the security of a stable asset, and the strength of a projected pro-forma cap rate of 6.34%.
Spanning approximately 3,304 gross square feet, the property, built in 1910, offers 2,516 square feet of interior residential space plus a 788-square-foot cellar. Set on a generous 18.75' x 100' lot, it benefits from coveted Tax Class 1 status and exceptionally low annual taxes of just $3,951. Zoned R6 the home provides immediate usability as well as future development potential, with an FAR of 2.43 and approximately 2,040 buildable square feet for expansion.
The current layout features a spacious 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom triplex beginning on the garden level, complete with a bright living room, updated kitchen, and laundry area. Upstairs, two oversized bedrooms are complemented by a flexible home office, while the unfinished cellar offers versatile potential for a recreation room, studio, or additional storage. A private backyard serves as a tranquil retreat, ideal for entertaining, dining, or quiet relaxation. Above, the top-floor 1.5-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit features an inviting living area and a generously sized kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, making it an excellent income-producing rental or guest suite.
Positioned between Broadway and Atlantic Avenues, 91 Somers Street offers seamless access to Bedford Stuyvesant's rich cultural scene, eclectic dining, shopping, and green spaces. Commuting is effortless with nearby access to the J, Z, A, C, and L subway lines, as well as the LIRR, connecting you easily to the rest of Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Whether you're envisioning a primary residence with rental income, a stable investment with room to grow, or a future single-family conversion, 91 Somers Street delivers an exceptional blend of space, value, and location in one of Brooklyn's most dynamic and historically rich neighborhoods.
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,948
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 1,875 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100.00x18.75
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 2,516 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Bonus Room with Fireplace
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer Dryer Allowed
- Washer Hookup
Additional Features
- Patio
- Cooling Available
Community Details
- 2 Units
- Ocean Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 0059 / 01539
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 | $3,772 | $58,200 | $18,660 | $39,540 |
| 2024 | $3,772 | $60,600 | $18,660 | $41,940 |
| 2023 | $3,599 | $63,660 | $18,660 | $45,000 |
| 2022 | $3,338 | $69,780 | $18,660 | $51,120 |
| 2021 | $3,519 | $53,880 | $18,660 | $35,220 |
| 2020 | $1,588 | $65,340 | $18,660 | $46,680 |
| 2019 | $2,981 | $59,220 | $18,660 | $40,560 |
| 2018 | $2,713 | $14,768 | $4,112 | $10,656 |
| 2017 | $2,541 | $13,933 | $5,158 | $8,775 |
| 2016 | $2,475 | $13,933 | $6,966 | $6,967 |
| 2015 | $1,366 | $13,826 | $8,248 | $5,578 |
| 2014 | $1,366 | $13,044 | $7,489 | $5,555 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 12/30/25 | Price Changed | $1,325,000 | -5.3% | $527 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/04/2025 11/04/25 | Price Changed | $1,399,000 | -6.7% | $556 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/26/2025 09/26/25 | For Sale | $1,499,000 | +92.2% | $596 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/29/2020 10/29/20 | Sold | $780,000 | -- | $366 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/24/2020 08/24/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
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| Deed | $780,000 | -- | |
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Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $83,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $83,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $433,268 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $298,300 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS20051308
APN: 01539-0059
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