Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate
$1,950,000
Potential Rebate: $29,250
<p>The Perfect Townhouse: Light, Space, Income & Solar Savings</p> <p>Welcome to this beautifully renovated two family townhouse on a quiet, tree lined block in Bushwick, one of Brooklyn's most dynamic and rapidly rising neighborhoods. Thoughtfully designed and 90% gut-renovated, this home combines modern comfort, income potential, and eco-friendly living in one perfect package.</p> <p>Configured as an owner's duplex over an income-producing garden apartment, the residence offers remarkable flexibility and exceptional value.</p> <p>Owner's Duplex (Floors 2-3)</p> <p>Step through French doors into a sun-filled great room with soaring 12-foot ceilings and an open-plan layout that seamlessly connects living, dining, and kitchen spaces. The chef's kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances and opens directly to a decked patio and landscaped backyard, creating a natural flow for indoor-outdoor living. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, including a serene primary suite with a standalone soaking tub, six custom closets, and two full laundry setups.</p> <p>Garden Apartment</p> <p>The private, two bedroom garden-level apartment offers one bath and a bright living/dining area ideal for generating $3,500/month in long-term rental income or up to $5,000/month as an Airbnb (averaging roughly $3,200 net monthly based on past performance). Each unit enjoys separate entrances and individual HVAC systems for maximum comfort and privacy.</p> <p>Energy Efficiency & Sustainability</p> <p>This home is solar powered, offering real and measurable savings. The panels power the main residence (floors 2-3), resulting in an average monthly electric bill of just $94.60 - a 51% reduction compared to traditional energy use. The ground-floor apartment averaged $103.82/month during the same period. Few, if any, Bushwick homes currently on the market feature solar panels, making this property a standout for eco-conscious buyers.</p> <p>Outdoor Living</p> <p>Enjoy four private outdoor spaces two balconies, a front yard/driveway, a decked backyard, and a brand-new roof deck installed in 2022. Whether entertaining under the skyline or relaxing in the sun, every level offers a peaceful retreat.</p> <p>Additional Highlights</p> <p>Lot: 20' x 100' Building: 20' x 55'</p> <p>New roof (2022)</p> <p>Electric vehicle 240v driveway outlet</p> <p>Solar panels with 51% average energy savings</p> <p>12-foot ceilings and open-plan design</p> <p>Standalone soaking tub + six custom closets</p> <p>Two separate HVAC systems and laundry sets</p> <p>Dual-use layout: owner's duplex + income apartment</p> <p>Approx. $3,500-$5,000/month rental income potential</p> <p>Four outdoor spaces: balconies, roof deck, front yard, backyard</p> <p>Near J/Z trains at Halsey Street and L train at Wilson Avenue</p> <p>Sustainability meets sophistication in this light-filled, energy-efficient, income-producing townhouse a rare opportunity to own a modern, solar-powered home in one of Brooklyn's most exciting neighborhoods.</p>
$9,945 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
One-time rebate at closing
$29,250
Monthly savings impact
$81/mo
💡 Estimated at 1.5% of purchase price
The rebate is paid to you at closing and can help offset closing costs or other expenses.
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Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate
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Bushwick is New York's capital of street art and industrial cool. A former manufacturing hub, it has transformed into a globally recognized center for creativity, nightlife, and youth culture. For buyers seeking Bushwick Brooklyn real estate, it offers converted lofts, colorful streetscapes, and an energy that is unmatched anywhere else in the borough.
Living in Bushwick is vibrant. The streets are a living canvas, home to the Bushwick Collective outdoor gallery. As a premier Brooklyn NYC neighborhood with no strict zoning height limits in many parts, it is a landscape of constant reinvention.
The market for homes for sale in Bushwick is diverse. It ranges from vinyl-sided multi-family homes to massive industrial loft conversions and sleek new condo developments.
Investors and first-time buyers flock here for the potential. While prices have risen, it still offers more square footage than Williamsburg.
The lifestyle in Bushwick is nocturnal and artistic. Residents dine at Roberta's (famous for pizza), drink at House of Yes (famous for performance art parties), and shop at vintage stores.
The community is a dynamic mix of the long-standing Latino community and a massive influx of artists, musicians, and young professionals.
Bushwick is served by the L, M, and J/Z trains. The L train at Morgan or Jefferson provides a direct 15-minute shot to Union Square.
The M train offers an elevated view of the city and connects easily to Midtown.
Maria Hernandez Park is the neighborhood's living room, filled with soccer games, dog walkers, and skaters.
Amenities are unconventional: instead of big-box stores, you have art supply shops, techno clubs, and organic bodegas.
Bushwick is best for artists, nightlife lovers, and investors looking for a high-growth neighborhood with a distinct edge.

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