1085 Hancock St, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Description

The Perfect Townhouse: Light, Space, Income & Solar Savings

Welcome to this beautifully renovated two family townhouse on a quiet, tree lined block in Bushwick, one of Brooklyn's most dynamic and rapidly rising neighborhoods. Thoughtfully designed and 90% gut-renovated, this home combines modern comfort, income potential, and eco-friendly living in one perfect package.

Configured as an owner's duplex over an income-producing garden apartment, the residence offers remarkable flexibility and exceptional value.

Owner's Duplex (Floors 2-3)

Step through French doors into a sun-filled great room with soaring 12-foot ceilings and an open-plan layout that seamlessly connects living, dining, and kitchen spaces. The chef's kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances and opens directly to a decked patio and landscaped backyard, creating a natural flow for indoor-outdoor living. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, including a serene primary suite with a standalone soaking tub, six custom closets, and two full laundry setups.

Garden Apartment

The private, two bedroom garden-level apartment offers one bath and a bright living/dining area ideal for generating $3,500/month in long-term rental income or up to $5,000/month as an Airbnb (averaging roughly $3,200 net monthly based on past performance). Each unit enjoys separate entrances and individual HVAC systems for maximum comfort and privacy.

Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

This home is solar powered, offering real and measurable savings. The panels power the main residence (floors 2-3), resulting in an average monthly electric bill of just $94.60 - a 51% reduction compared to traditional energy use. The ground-floor apartment averaged $103.82/month during the same period. Few, if any, Bushwick homes currently on the market feature solar panels, making this property a standout for eco-conscious buyers.

Outdoor Living

Enjoy four private outdoor spaces two balconies, a front yard/driveway, a decked backyard, and a brand-new roof deck installed in 2022. Whether entertaining under the skyline or relaxing in the sun, every level offers a peaceful retreat.

Additional Highlights

Lot: 20' x 100' Building: 20' x 55'

New roof (2022)

Electric vehicle 240v driveway outlet

Solar panels with 51% average energy savings

12-foot ceilings and open-plan design

Standalone soaking tub + six custom closets

Two separate HVAC systems and laundry sets

Dual-use layout: owner's duplex + income apartment

Approx. $3,500-$5,000/month rental income potential

Four outdoor spaces: balconies, roof deck, front yard, backyard

Near J/Z trains at Halsey Street and L train at Wilson Avenue

Sustainability meets sophistication in this light-filled, energy-efficient, income-producing townhouse a rare opportunity to own a modern, solar-powered home in one of Brooklyn's most exciting neighborhoods.