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1-bedroom condo for sale in Coney Island-Sea Gate

501 Surf Ave Apt 1N, Coney Island-Sea Gate, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11224

$439,000
Asking price · in USD
Size
770 ft² (71.5 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Condo for sale in Coney Island-Sea Gate, Brooklyn: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 770 ft². Asking price $439,000. Built in 1964.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Brightwater Towers Condo - Brighton Beach Area NOTE: SOME PICTURES ARE VIRTUALLY STAGED. Amazing opportunity to own a bright, spacious one-bedroom apartment on the second floor of a 23-story, full-service condominium, directly across from the beach. This well-laid-out apartment features a large living/dining combination, a generously sized bedroom, a separate galley kitchen, hardwood floors, plenty of closet space, large windows, and a bathroom with a stand-up shower. Come out onto your large private balcony and enjoy peaceful views of the courtyard, the New York Aquarium, and the surrounding area. The property sits in a private, gated complex with newly renovated, bright, modern lobbies. Low annual property taxes and common charges that include heat, gas, and electricity make this an excellent opportunity for both homeowners and investors. Subletting is permitted with no sublet fee, pets are welcome, and parents may purchase for children or children for parents. Building amenities include: * Newly renovated modern and bright lobbies * Private gated complex * 24-hour security * Large heated outdoor swimming pool * Kiddie pool * Fitness center * Package room* Storage units- waitlist * Parking available for purchase or rent within the complex. The complex is located directly across from the beach, the New York Aquarium, Luna Park, public transportation, shopping, restaurants, and neighborhood conveniences. A fantastic opportunity for a primary residence, vacation home, or investment property, offering great flexibility, low carrying costs, excellent amenities, and a prime beachside location.

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 80/100 · Complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 15 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details18/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • Full points: Heat or utilities mentioned1/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 237 words3/3
  • True cost15/15
    • Full points: Running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)8/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1964, 735 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

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Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $439,000, 1% below the median asking price for 1-bedroom homes for sale in Coney Island-Sea Gate.

Median here
$441,020
14 listings, last 90 days
Per ft²
$570.13 vs $677.42
This home vs the median, 16% lower

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Coney Island-Sea Gate

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • W 8 St-NY AquariumF Q2 min walk
  • Ocean PkwyQ8 min walk
  • Neptune AvF9 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 21

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

735 units · 24 floors · built 1964 · 7 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

501 Surf Avenue · BBL 3-07279-7501 · built 1964 · 735 units

Roofy building score 94/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Condominium
Open HPD violations
97 (A 28 · B 60 · C 9)
Heat complaints
2 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
16
Rent stabilization
Had 56 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

9 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building. Condo records cover the whole building.

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Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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