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3-bedroom house for sale in Bensonhurst

1871 78th St, Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11214

$1,108,000
Asking price · in USD · Price history
Bedrooms
3: 3+ bedroom homes for sale in ZIP 11214
Bathrooms
1.5: Homes with 1+ bathroom for sale in ZIP 11214
Size
1,216 ft² (113 m²)
Type
House: Houses for sale in ZIP 11214
Available
Now
Year built
1920: Building details

About this home

House for sale in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn: 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,216 ft². Asking price $1,108,000. Built in 1920.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Nestled in the heart of Bensonhurst, this unique Single-family home presents an exceptional opportunity for a homeowner looking for convenience and amenities of what this location has to offer. Situated on a 16.67' x 100' lot, the property features a building size of approximately 16.67' x 42' with a private driveway. Enter inside to discover beautifully renovated living spaces, including a modern kitchen, inviting living room, and welcoming foyer. The second-floor features three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, providing comfortable accommodations for family living. The basement offers additional versatile space with a private entrance, recreational area, laundry area, utility space, and a convenient half bathroom. Ideally located adjacent to the vibrant shops and restaurants along 18th Avenue and just moments from the 79th Street D train station, B4 and B8 buses, P.S. 186, and New Utrecht High School. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a versatile property in one of Bensonhurst's most desirable and convenient locations!

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 75/100 · Complete

How complete and honest this listing is, from what the source sites show and Roofy’s own checks. It isn’t a rating of the home or the agent. How the score works

  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 24 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details17/20
    • 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
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • Full points: Heat or utilities mentioned1/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 166 words3/3
  • True cost11/15
    • Some points: Taxes not stated4/8
    • 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 1920, 2 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.

Buying costs

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Price history

High $1,108,000Asking price, as listed
Oct 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$1,108,000
Oct 20, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$1,108,000

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Compared with the area

Asks $1,108,000, 2% below the median asking price for 3-bedroom homes for sale in Bensonhurst.

Median here
$1,128,500
16 listings, last 90 days
Per ft²
$911.18 vs $734.84
This home vs the median, 24% higher

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 Bensonhurst

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 79 StD8 min walk
  • 18 AvD9 min walk
  • 20 AvD11 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 20

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

The building

2 units · 2 floors · built 1920

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

1871 78 Street · BBL 3-06249-0040 · built 1920 · 2 units

Roofy building score 96/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Two-family home
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

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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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