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478 President Street
$2,795,000
MLS# RLS20126304 · Gowanus
Listed November 11, 2026 · New today
5 Beds 3 Baths 2,915 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
At the heart of the Gowanus renaissance, just moments from the iconic Gowanus Waterway, 478 President Street offers a rare blend of character, income potential, and exceptional flexibility in one of Brooklyn's most sought-after residential neighborhoods.
Configured as a three-story townhouse with over 2,900 square feet and a 20' × 40' footprint, the property is currently utilized as a two-family residence but can effortlessly accommodate single-family, two-family, or three-family living arrangements.
The turnkey owner's duplex is thoughtfully designed for modern living, featuring an open-concept kitchen overlooking a beautifully expansive private garden and backyard retreat. A spacious dining area comfortably seats eight, while generous proportions throughout create an atmosphere of comfort and ease. Complementing the owner's residence is a fully independent two-bedroom rental apartment, offering substantial income potential.
Equipped with PVAC climate-control systems in both units, the home combines practicality with comfort. Rarely does a property offer this level of versatility, location, and investment potential in such a rapidly appreciating Brooklyn neighborhood.
Surrounded by celebrated restaurants, neighborhood conveniences, lush parks, and excellent transportation options, 478 President Street represents an outstanding opportunity to own in one of Brooklyn's most exciting residential markets.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Compass.
Private outdoor space of over 60 square feet comes with this 478 President Street home, and it's the garden and backyard you reach from the owner's open-concept kitchen. A private garden is a meaningful amenity in the city, and this one sits right next to where you'll cook.
The owner's duplex covers the top of this three-story house, which has five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and 2,915 square feet on a 20 by 40 foot footprint. The kitchen is open to the living space, so cooking and dining connect easily, with less separation between them. The dining area seats eight, which makes hosting simple.
The two-bedroom apartment is fully independent, so it can be rented or used as separate space. The listing says the house can be used as a single-family, two-family or three-family home, so you have room to decide how it's used.
The home has a washer and dryer in the unit, which saves you a trip out for laundry. Built in 1899, the house has a long history that's easy to see in its scale and footprint.
The Union Street station on the R is about 6 minutes on foot, and Carroll Street on the F and G is about 11. Thomas Greene Playground is about 4 minutes away and Washington Park about 8, and Whole Foods Market is about 6 minutes away.
Quick answers+
Does the home have private outdoor space?
Yes. The home has private outdoor space of over 60 square feet, including a private garden and backyard off the owner's kitchen.
Does the home have a washer and dryer?
Yes. The home has a washer and dryer in the unit, and the building also has laundry.
Is there a separate apartment in the house?
Yes. A fully independent two-bedroom apartment is part of the house, separate from the owner's duplex.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- Wall air conditioning units
- Baseboard heat
- Natural gas heat
- Wall furnace
- Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Laundry in building
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$14,543 / month
- Principal and interest$14,133
- Property taxes$410
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$559,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (1.25%)$34,938
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$43,043
Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.
About the Building
478 President Street is a 3-story two-family dwelling in Gowanus, completed in 1899 and home to 2 residential units.
The closest subway is Union St (R), about a 6-minute walk. Thomas Greene Playground is roughly 4 minutes away on foot.
Compiled from NYC public records and open data.
- Year Built
- 1899
- Stories
- 3
- Units
- 2
- Building Type
- Two-Family Dwelling
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Location & Nearby
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478 President Street
Subway
- RUnion StAbout 6 min walk
- FGCarroll StAbout 11 min walk
Parks
- Thomas Greene PlaygroundAbout 4 min walk
- Washington ParkAbout 8 min walk
- Washington Skate ParkAbout 9 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- P.S. 32 Samuel Mills SproleAbout 6 min walk
- P.S. 133 William A. ButlerAbout 10 min walk
- P.S. 58 The CarrollAbout 12 min walk
Middle schools
- M.S. 51 William AlexanderAbout 11 min walk
- The Exploratory SchoolAbout 14 min walk
High schools
- New Dawn Charter High School · CharterAbout 10 min walk
- Cobble Hill School of American StudiesAbout 13 min walk
Colleges & universities
- St. Francis CollegeAbout 22 min walk
Museums
- Museum of Contemporary African Diasporian ArtsAbout 22 min walk
Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.
The Neighborhood
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Walkability
9/10
Public transit
8/10
Schools
7/10
Dining
9/10
Groceries & parks
8/10
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Listing Courtesy of Compass
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