738 Lafayette Avenue
Description
Set on a full 18.75' x 100' lot (1,875 SF) on a picturesque, tree-lined block, the home currently offers approximately 2,138 square feet of usable space, with an additional 1,612 square...Welcome to 738 Lafayette Avenue, a two-family house in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant, offering exceptional versatility for both end-users and investors alike. Whether you're seeking a strong investment in a growing neighborhood or the perfect canvas to design your own home, this property delivers on both fronts.
Set on a full 18.75' x 100' lot (1,875 SF) on a picturesque, tree-lined block, the home currently offers approximately 2,138 square feet of usable space, with an additional 1,612 square feet of unused FAR creating meaningful potential for expansion or reconfiguration. Buyers have the flexibility to maintain it as an income-producing two-family, or transform it into a custom single-family or boutique multi-unit residence tailored to their vision.
This is a true value-add opportunity, bring your contractor and architect, ideal for those ready to renovate, redesign, and unlock the full potential of the property. Zoned R6 and located within a designated Opportunity Zone, 738 Lafayette further stands out as a strategic long-term investment in one of Brooklyn’s fastest-evolving neighborhoods.
Located just moments from Herbert Von King Park and conveniently positioned between the G and J subway lines, the property offers a seamless blend of neighborhood charm and accessibility. Surrounded by local favorites, cafes, and a thriving cultural scene, Bedford-Stuyvesant continues to attract both homeowners and investors alike.
Whether you're building your dream home or expanding your portfolio, 738 Lafayette Avenue is a rare opportunity to create something truly special.
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Meylin Maldonado
Listing Agent
Amenities
738 Lafayette Avenue
- Private Yard
- Crown Mouldings
- Private Entrance
- High Ceilings
- Windowed Bathroom
- Curved Stairs
- Full Basement
- Lowrise
Location
$7,377 per month
$6,940
$437
Property information
738 Lafayette Avenue
Property Details
- Taxes: $437 / month
- Total Rooms: 8.0
- MLS Type: House/Building
- County: Kings County
- Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2%
Building Information
- Stories: 3
- Year Built: 1930
- Building Size: 18.75' x 100'
- Building Sq. Ft: 5,625 SF
- Lot Size: 1,875 SF
Property History
738 Lafayette Avenue
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/06/2026 | Sold Manual | $1,300,000 |
| 07/06/2026 | $1,300,000 | |
| 06/02/2026 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 04/10/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,650,000 |
| 02/12/2026 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 10/10/2025 | Price Change Manual | $1,980,000 |
| 06/25/2025 | Price Change Manual | $2,125,000 |
| 05/22/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,478,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public records
738 Lafayette Avenue
Total Finished SqFt
2,139 SqFtLot Size
1,875 SqFtYear Built
1899Zoning
R6BAPN
3017910028Schools
Near 738 Lafayette Avenue
This home is within New York City Geographic District #16.
- Rated 2 out of 102/10P.S. 25 Eubie Blake SchoolPublic · K-5 · 0.2 mi · Serves this home
- Rated 6 out of 106/10Jhs 57 Whitelaw ReidPublic · 6-8 · 0.5 mi · Nearby school
- Rated 5 out of 105/10The Brooklyn Academy Of Global FinancePublic · 9-12 · 0.6 mi · Nearby school
- Rated 8 out of 108/10Ms 267 Math Science And TechnologyPublic · 6-8 · 0.6 mi · Nearby school
- Rated 6 out of 106/10Madiba Prep Middle SchoolPublic · 6-8 · 0.7 mi · Nearby school
- Rated 9 out of 109/10Ms 35 Stephen DecaturPublic · 6-8 · 0.7 mi · Nearby school
- Not ratedNRGeorge H Murray Christian AcademyPrivate · PK-8 · 0.1 mi · Nearby school
- Not ratedNRWalk In Love Christian AcademyPrivate · PK-12 · 0.1 mi · Nearby school
- Not ratedNRUta 656Private · PK-12 · 0.3 mi · Nearby school
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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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 738 Lafayette Avenue, Bedford-Stuyvesant | $1,300,000 | 3 | 2 | 2,200 | 1,875 |
$2,250,000 | 5 | 5 | – | 1,875 | |
$620,000 | 1 | 1 | – | – | |
$636,406 | 1 | 1 | – | – | |
$1,315,000 | 2 | 3 | 1,799 | – |
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