8786 17th Avenue Brooklyn NY 11214 MLS #498210

This charming detached three-family home at 8786 17th Avenue in the heart of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, is a classic early-20th-century residence built in 1920.This 3-story property (plus a finished basement with separate entrance) offers approximately 2,543 square feet of living space on a generous 33 x 108-foot lot (totaling 3,570 square feet), providing ample room for families, investors, or live-and-rent setups.
The exterior features vinyl siding over a sturdy wood-frame construction with a poured concrete foundation and a shingle roof, typical of many Bensonhurst homes from that era. It includes a private driveway with parking for at least one vehicle, a front yard, and a fully fenced back yard ideal for outdoor enjoyment or gardening. A patio garden adds to the appeal, creating a welcoming urban-suburban feel on this tree-lined block near Bath Avenue and Cropsey Avenue.
Inside, the home is configured as three separate units for maximum flexibility:

Unit 1 (Ground/Level 1): A spacious 2-bedroom, 2 full bath apartments with 5 total rooms, currently owner-occupied but will be delivered vacant. It features tile flooring throughout, modern conveniences like a dishwasher, stove, and laundry area, plus access to the finished basement.
Unit 2 (Level 2): A comfortable 2-bedroom, 1 full bath apartment with 4 total rooms.
Unit 3 (Level 3/Top Floor): A cozy 1-bedroom, 1 full bath apartment with 3 total rooms.