178 68th Street

1,816 Sq. Ft.
$767 / Sq. Ft.
1,816
Sq. Ft.
$767
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This beautiful brick two-family attached home is nestled on a peaceful, tree-lined block in desirable Bay Ridge. It offers a well-designed duplex featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 baths. The layout includes a large kitchen, a formal dining room, and a large living room, all filled with natural light and original architectural details, which adds character to the home. Outdoor living is enhanced by front and back balconies, along with a rear terrace that basks in full sunlight year-round. Additionally,...This beautiful brick two-family attached home is nestled on a peaceful, tree-lined block in desirable Bay Ridge. It offers a well-designed duplex featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 baths. The layout includes a large kitchen, a formal dining room, and a large living room, all filled with natural light and original architectural details, which adds character to the home. Outdoor living is enhanced by front and back balconies, along with a rear terrace that basks in full sunlight year-round. Additionally, the property includes a legal one-bedroom rental unit with full bath, providing an excellent opportunity for extra income. The property also boasts a convenient 2-car garage and a parking pad in the yard. With lot dimensions of 20x145 square feet, there is ample space for outdoor activities. This location is exceptionally convenient, situated just 2.5 blocks from the R train, 1 block from the express bus, and in close proximity to the ferry service at 69th Street Pier, making commuting to Manhattan a breeze
  1. Listed by Michael Davis • RE/MAX Elite • 2 Spaces,Attached Garage

Amenities

  • Balcony
  • Common Outdoor Space
  • Walk Up
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Voice Intercom
  • Garage
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • House
LISTING UPDATED: 06/27/2025 10:58 AM

Property Details for 178 68th Street

StatusSold
MLS ID487280
Days on Market162
Taxes$11,399 / year
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms7.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1925
Lot Size2,900 SF / 20' x 145'
CountyKings County

Building

178 68th St

2 Units2 StoriesBuilt in 1925

Location

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Building Information for 178 68th Street

Stories2Residences2Year Built1925Building Size20' x 41'Building Sq. Ft1,640 SFLot Size2,900 SF / 20' x 145'Building AgePre-warBuilding TypeTownhouse

Payment Calculator

$7,737 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,787

Property Taxes

$950

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property Information for 178 68th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Block: 5861
  • Cross Street Name: Colonial Road
  • Cross Street Name: Madeline Court
  • Zoning: R3-2
  • Roof: Asphalt/Tar, Flat
  • Water Front Present YN: No
  • Residential Features: Fireplace, Porch, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Number Of Vacant Units: 2
Parking
  • Parking Attributes: 2 Spaces, Attached Garage
  • Parking Feature Single: Community Drive
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Financing: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Lease/Purchase
  • Tax Amount: 11399.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Sq Ft Total: 1816
  • Yard: Back, Front
  • Lot Number: 39
  • Lot Size Irregular YN: No
  • Lot Size Length: 145
  • Lot Size Width: 20
Utilities
  • Heat Delivery: Steam/Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Gas
  • AC Units: 0
  • Hot Water: Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Amenities: Finished, Full
  • Baths Three Quarter: 0.0
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Building Amenities: NONE
  • Style: Other
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Handicap Access YNU: No
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Building Footprint Sq Ft: 820.0
  • Building Length: 41.0
  • Building Type: Attached
  • Building Width: 20.0
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sale Type: Arm's Length
  • Selling Agent MUI: 1959072.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Owner Occupied: No

Property History for 178 68th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jun 26, 2025

Sold

Manual

$1,392,500
Jun 26, 2025

Contract Signed

BKMLS #487280

Jun 26, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2025070100545001

$1,392,500
Feb 27, 2025

Price Change

BKMLS #487280

$1,499,000
Feb 27, 2025

Price Change

BKMLS #487280

$1,365,000
Dec 16, 2024

Price Change

BKMLS #487280

$1,549,000
Nov 6, 2024

Price Change

BKMLS #487280

$1,599,000
Nov 6, 2024

Listed (Active)

BKMLS #487280

$1,549,000
Aug 31, 2015

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #cfac8e0076de80e578eecac450d29865471da40b

$3,250
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/26/2025

Sold

Manual

$1,392,500
06/26/2025

Contract Signed

BKMLS #487280

06/26/2025

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2025070100545001

$1,392,500
02/27/2025

Price Change

BKMLS #487280

$1,499,000
02/27/2025

Price Change

BKMLS #487280

$1,365,000
12/16/2024

Price Change

BKMLS #487280

$1,549,000
11/06/2024

Price Change

BKMLS #487280

$1,599,000
11/06/2024

Listed (Active)

BKMLS #487280

$1,549,000
08/31/2015

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #cfac8e0076de80e578eecac450d29865471da40b

$3,250

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 178 68th Street

Taxable ValueLand$21,300Additions$34,020Total$55,320
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,816 SqFtLot Size2,900 SqFtYear Built1925ZoningR3-2APN3058610039

Schools near 178 68th Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District #20.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 2
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 102 The Bayview
PublicK to 5

Jhs 259 William Mckinley
Public6 to 8

Fort Hamilton High School
Public9 to 12

Sunset School of Cultural Learning
PublicK to 2

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