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$695,000

Sale Pending
438 Shepherd Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11208
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,552 Square Feet
0.06 Acres Lot
Built in 1920
Sale Pending
1 Units
Checked: 1 day ago
Updated: Jul 15, 2025 at 06:32AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$893
Cap Rate
4.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-6.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.75
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-2.5%

Property Description


0.06 Acres Lot
Built in 1920
Sale Pending
1 Units

Charming 1 Family Home w/ Balcony in East New York! Welcome to 438 Shepherd Avenue, a beautifully maintained single-family home in the heart of Brooklyn’s East New York neighborhood.This classic 2-story colonial offers approximately 1,552 square feet of living space, blending historic charm with modern updates. This spacious home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The 1st floor boasts a large eat-in kitchen, a bright and airy open-concept living and dining area, bedroom, and a full bathroom. The 2nd floor boasts 2 bedrooms, living room, a full bathroom and a balcony. A full unfinished basement with a laundry room offers endless possibilities for customization or additional storage. Situated on a 2,500 sq. ft. lot, the property includes a generous backyard, perfect for outdoor activities, gardening, or entertaining. Recent updates include a new boiler, water heater, and roof. Street parking only. Conveniently located just steps from the Shepherd Ave subway station (A & C lines), this home offers an effortless commute to Manhattan and beyond. It is right next to Pitkin Ave with its stores, shops and restaurants. Only 3 blocks from Atlantic Ave. Building: 20 x 30 ft Lot: 25 x 100 ft Zoning: R5 FAR: 0.62; Max FAR: 1.25 Taxes: $1,662/Yr Don’t Miss this Incredible Opportunity!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: General - Single

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 040200020
  • Lot Size: 2500 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1920

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $1,661

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Kings

Listing Details


Listed by:
Amani Joseph
Capri Jet Realty Corp
(929) 742-9765

Source:
OneKey MLS
MLS#: 841798
OneKey MLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$893
Cap Rate
4.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-6.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.75
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-2.5%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$695,000
Amount financed:
-$556,000
Down payment:
$139,000
Closing costs:
$20,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$159,850
Square feet:
1,552
Cost per square foot:
$448
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.58

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$556,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.500%
Principal & interest:
$3,514
Property tax:
$139
Insurance:
$280
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,933

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,000 $48,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$240 -$2,880
Operating income:
$3,760 $45,120

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (3%)
3%-$139-$1,662
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$280-$3,360
Property management: (8%)
8%-$320-$3,840
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (28%)
28%-$1,139-$13,662

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,621 $31,452
Mortgage payments:
-$3,514 -$42,168
Cash flow:
$893 $10,716