705 Schenck Avenue
Description
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...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.
Listing Agents
![Kashif Khan]()
kashif.khan@compass.comP: (718)-909-8003
![Global Connectors]()
globalconnectors@compass.comP: (718)-909-8003
![Kristen Jock]()
kristen.jock@compass.comP: (518)-859-3056
![Maria Schreyer]()
maria.schreyer@compass.comP: (646)-575-5755
![Mehul Rajput]()
mehul.rajput@compass.comP: (646)-714-4989
Amenities
- Balcony
- Private Patio
- Patio
- Common Outdoor Space
- Private Entrance
- Hardwood Floors
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Walk Up
Property Details for 705 Schenck Avenue
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 64 |
| Taxes | $140 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | 20% |
| Total Rooms | 9.0 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential Income |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Lot Size | 2,000 SF / 20' x 100' |
| County | Kings County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2% |
Building
705 Schenck Ave
Location
Building Information for 705 Schenck Avenue
Payment Calculator
$4,834 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$4,694
$140
$0
Property History for 705 Schenck Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $950,000 |
| 07/16/2020 | $840,000 | |
| 07/16/2020 | $840,000 +7.4% / yr | |
| 05/14/2020 | — | |
| 03/18/2020 | $859,000 | |
| 07/25/2017 | Sold Manual | $680,000 |
| 07/25/2017 | $680,000 +252.7% / yr | |
| 06/20/2017 | Listed (Active) Manual | $695,000 |
| 11/21/2016 | $291,000 -7.8% / yr | |
| 01/22/2008 | $595,000 +27.6% / yr | |
| 06/09/2006 | $401,000 +7.6% / yr | |
| 03/04/2004 | $340,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 705 Schenck Avenue
Schools near 705 Schenck Avenue
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 213 New Lots PublicPK to 5 | ||
Van Siclen Community Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
East New York Family Academy Public6 to 12 | ||
The East New York Arts and Civics High School Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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