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$1,500,000

539 72nd St

Brooklyn, NY
Active
7
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3,000
Square Feet
0.05
Lot Size (acres)
1910
Year Built
102
Days On Market

Exceptional Bay Ridge Limestone & Brick Home – Legal Two-Family Residence. Welcome to this stunning limestone and brick residence located on a picturesque tree-lined block in the heart of Bay Ridge. This exceptional legal two-family home offers timeless architectural charm, generous living space, and outstanding versatility. Situated on a 20' x 100' lot with a 20' x 50' building footprint, the property is currently configured as a spacious duplex unit featuring 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on the first floor and lower level. The second floor offers a bright and well-appointed 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment, providing an excellent opportunity for rental income or additional living space. The home showcases high ceilings, oversized windows, and abundant natural sunlight throughout. A full-size basement with a separate entrance provides additional space and flexibility. Outside, enjoy a large private backyard ideal for outdoor enjoyment, gardening, or entertaining. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, neighborhood amenities, and the R train, offering easy access to Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan. Delivered fully vacant at closing, this property offers the flexibility to move in, customize, or maximize its investment potential. Combining classic Brooklyn character, income-producing possibilities, and a prime Bay Ridge location, this is a unique opportunity.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
09/02/2026
Listed By
Zaiyou Zhu · RE/MAX Edge, 7182883835
MLS#
1027187
Source
OneKey MLS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
539 72nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11209
City
Brooklyn
County
Kings (Brooklyn)
Zip Code
11209

Architecture

Bedrooms
7
Bathrooms
3
Year Built
1910
Construction Materials
Other
Building Area
3,000 sq. ft.
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
No Garage, None

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Other, High Ceilings
Flooring
Other
Exterior Features
Other
Cooling
Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating
Other

Property Features

Lot Size
0.05 Acres
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard
Water
Other
Sewer
Other
Utilities
See Remarks

Square Footage

Total
3,000 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$1,500,000
Annual Taxes
$10,084

Schools

49/100
Ralph A Fabrizio School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.1 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Brooklyn
Students
913
Student body
58% Asian · 21% White · 19% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
95%
Phone
(718) 491-8400
79/100
Ps/Is 30 Mary White Ovington
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.2 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
849
Student–teacher
10.9
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
45% White · 36% Hispanic / Latino · 16% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
83%
Phone
(718) 491-8440
76/100
Ps 127 McKinley Park
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.5 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
589
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
39% Asian · 34% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
77%
Phone
(718) 833-2323
74/100
School Of Math Science And Healthy Living
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.6 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
259
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
45% Hispanic / Latino · 44% Asian · 10% White
Free/reduced lunch
90%
Phone
(718) 765-2200
67/100
Ps 506 School Of Journalism And Technology (The)
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.7 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
831
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
66% Hispanic / Latino · 29% Asian · 5% White
Free/reduced lunch
95%
Phone
(718) 492-0087
57/100
Ps 102 Bayview (The)
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.5 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
1,395
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
50% White · 28% Hispanic / Latino · 17% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
62%
Phone
(718) 748-7404
56/100
Junior High School 259 William McKinley
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.4 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
1,747
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
48% Asian · 30% White · 19% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
76%
Phone
(718) 833-1000
55/100
School For Future Leaders (The)
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.7 mi
City
Brooklyn
Students
547
Student body
83% Asian · 11% Hispanic / Latino · 6% White
Free/reduced lunch
90%
Phone
(718) 491-7670

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
09/01/2026Price change$1,500,000
07/16/2026Listed for sale$1,599,998

Listed by Zaiyou Zhu · RE/MAX Edge · 7182883835

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Copyright 2026, OneKey MLS. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: September 2, 2026 at 1:40 PM | Source: OneKey MLS | MLS#: 1027187

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