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7-bedroom townhouse for sale in Bushwick

186 Covert St, Bushwick (East), Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11207

$1,499,000
Asking price · in USD
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About this home

Townhouse for sale in Bushwick, Brooklyn: 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. Asking price $1,499,000. Built in 1925.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Introducing 186 Covert Street, a spacious and versatile two-unit townhouse in the heart of Bushwick. Offering approximately 2,900 square feet, seven bedrooms, and five full bathrooms, this property stands out for its size, flexible layout, multiple entrances, and range of possibilities for both end-users and investors. Thoughtfully configured across two residences, the home provides excellent separation and functionality. Multiple points of entry throughout the property create added privacy and flexibility, making the layout especially well suited for multi-generational living, rental income, or guests. The owner's duplex offers generous proportions, a flexible floor plan, direct access to a private outdoor area, and additional finished lower-level space that significantly expands the usable footprint of the home. The separate upper residence features an updated kitchen, spacious rooms, abundant natural light, and a comfortable layout that can serve as an attractive income-producing unit or additional living space. Exposed brick details throughout bring warmth and authentic Brooklyn character, while recent improvements and ongoing upkeep provide a balance of charm and modern functionality. Located just off Wilson Avenue, 186 Covert Street offers convenient access to nearby subway lines, along with a bus route just down the block, providing easy connectivity throughout Brooklyn and into Manhattan. Nearby parks, cafes, restaurants, and neighborhood destinations put the best of Bushwick within easy reach, while the home itself remains tucked away on a residential block. With substantial square footage, multiple entrances, private outdoor space, two separate units, and a highly adaptable layout, 186 Covert Street offers buyers the opportunity to create a home that works for their lifestyle while also benefiting from meaningful income and investment potential.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 65/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 17 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details13/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • 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
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 274 words3/3
  • True cost9/15
    • Some points: Taxes not stated4/8
    • Some points: Priced 15% below similar homes in its neighborhood5/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1925, 3 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
  • 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

What this price means for you: the monthly payment, and New York’s mansion tax, which the buyer pays on a home of $1 million or more.

Compared with the area

Asks $1,499,000, 15% below the median asking price for homes for sale with 4+ bedrooms in Bushwick (East).

Median here
$1,762,500
30 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$1,524,250–$2,073,000
The middle half of listings

Priced below most similar homes here.

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 Bushwick (East)

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Wilson AvL6 min walk
  • Halsey StL12 min walk
  • Halsey StJ12 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 32

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

The building

3 units · 2 floors · built 1925

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

186 Covert Street · BBL 3-03423-0025 · built 1925 · 3 units

Roofy building score 90/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Walk-up apartment building
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.

See the full building record

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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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