486 3rd Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Gowanus- 19 Beds
- 16 Baths
- 6,480 sqft
19 Beds
16 Baths
6,480 sqft
Home Highlights
Parking
None
Price/Sqft
$586
Climate Control
Natural Gas Heating
Listed
180+ days ago
Local Information
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About this House
Prime South Carroll Gardens / Gowanus Investment | Rare 16-Unit Multifamily Asset Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully stabilized 16-unit multifamily building in South Carroll Gardens / Gowanus, one of Brooklyn’s most tightly held and high-demand rental markets. This well-maintained walk-up features a desirable unit mix ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments, including two duplex units on the first floor, driving consistent tenant demand and durable cash flow. The property is 100% occupied, with all units rent-stabilized and no rent-controlled apartments, offering predictable in-place income and long-term investment stability. A true core Brooklyn asset in a premier location—ideal for investors seeking stable returns, strong fundamentals, and long-term appreciation in one of the borough’s most resilient neighborhoods.
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing by: Ben Bay Realty Co, (718) 680-6442
Nicholas Venturini, (347) 543-2741
Ben Bay Realty Co, (718) 680-6442
Christina Girgenti, (718) 938-5033
Source: BNYMLS, MLS#498509

Home Details for 486 3rd Ave
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Interior Details Basement: Unfinished |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 19Number of Bathrooms: 16Number of Bathrooms (full): 16 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 6480 Square FeetFoundation Area: 1620 |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Gas Water Heater |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Steam/RadiatorNo CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Gas & Electric Electric: 220 Volts |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: FlatFoundation: Block |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: None |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 2Days on Market: 180+ |
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Year Built Year Built: 1940 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Multi Family |
Building Building: NONEConstruction Materials: Brick Veneer, Block, BrickNot Attached Property |
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Price List Price: $3,800,000Price Per Sqft: $586 |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: BrooklynCommunity: Brooklyn |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 498509 |
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Building Area Building Area: 6480 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 2267 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Arm's Length |
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BasementMls Number: 498509 |
Around this home
What Locals Say about Gowanus
At least 195 Trulia users voted on each feature.
96 % Say there are sidewalks
95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
94 % Say it's dog friendly
91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
85 % Say people would walk alone at night
79 % Say streets are well-lit
72 % Say kids play outside
60 % Say neighbors are friendly
58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
57 % Say there's holiday spirit
55 % Say there are community events
42 % Say yards are well-kept
41 % Say it's quiet
29 % Say parking is easy
28 % Say there's wildlife
26 % Say car is needed
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
Market trends in New York
Last updated July 2026
Avg. sale price
$794K
$26.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$679
$26MoM
Available listings
17724
933MoM
Home Value
Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.
Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.90 | Multi-Family Home | $850,000 | 12/05/25 | 19 | 8 | 5,890 | |
0.44 | Multi-Family Home | $1,850,000 | 05/12/26 | 15 | 8.5 | 7,348 | |
0.58 | Multi-Family Home | $3,400,000 | 10/20/25 | 4 | 4 | 3,507 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.04 | $1,495,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,200 | For Sale | |
0.03 | $1,686,600 | 3 | 1.5 | - | Off Market | |
0.06 | $1,819,400 | 2 | 2 | 1,600 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $1,200,000 | 3 | 3 | 954 | Recently Sold | |
0.06 | $2,602,600 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,155 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $2,442,900 | 6 | 4 | 3,608 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $1,823,700 | 4 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.07 | $2,013,400 | 4 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.07 | $1,400,000 | 2 | 2 | 996 | Recently Sold | |
0.07 | $2,085,700 | 3 | 2 | 1,644 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $637,000 | 1 | 1 | - | Recently Sold |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jan 20, 2026 Source: BNYMLS #498509 | Listed For Sale | $3,800,000 |
Oct 13, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | ListingRemoved | |
Oct 1, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | Listed For Rent | $2,100 |
Oct 15, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,495 |
Feb 23, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,400 |
Dec 23, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $2,400 |
May 1, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,220 |
Apr 21, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $2,220 |
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Frequently asked questions about 486 3rd Ave
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 486 3rd Ave?Based on a $3,800,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 486 3rd Ave in Brooklyn, NY is approximately $21,933 (about $19,578 principal & interest, $2,280 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- How does the list price for 486 3rd Ave compare to homes in Brooklyn?486 3rd Ave in Brooklyn, NY is listed at $3,800,000, about 378% above the $794K median sale price in Brooklyn.
- What do residents say about the Gowanus neighborhood?Residents describe the Gowanus neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and dog-friendly. See homes for sale in Gowanus, Brooklyn.
- What are the closest schools to 486 3rd Ave?The closest schools to 486 3rd Ave in Brooklyn, NY are John Jay School for Law (High, rated 5/10), Ms 51 William Alexander (Middle, rated 6/10), Ps 124 Silas B Dutcher (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 5/10).

