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230 Fixer-Upper Properties in NYC

Renovation-ready properties with upside potential

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148 W 23RD Street #3A For Sale 3D
Jeffrey N Goodman at Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
$1,375,000

2 bd · 2 ba · 902 sqft · Co-op

148 W 23RD Street #3A, New York City

MLS: RLS20088069 RLS at REBNY
250 E 40th Street #4D For Sale
Terence Hsu at Bond New York Properties LLC
$655,000

Studio · 1 ba · 507 sqft · Condo

250 E 40th Street #4D, New York City

MLS: RLS20087868 RLS at REBNY
51 JAY Street #3E For Sale
Terrence LeRay at Brown Harris Stevens Brooklyn LLC
$1,945,000

2 bd · 3 ba · 1,382 sqft · Condo

51 JAY Street #3E, New York City

MLS: RLS20089173 RLS at REBNY
19-61 80th Street For Sale
Klevis Metani at Keller Williams NYC
$1,650,000

5 bd · 3 ba · Multi Family

19-61 80th Street, New York City

MLS: RLS20070450 RLS at REBNY
415 E 37th Street #37-N For Sale 3D
YORAM ADIN at ADIN YORAM
$1,150,000

1 bd · 1 ba · 866 sqft · Condo

415 E 37th Street #37-N, New York City

MLS: RLS20078780 RLS at REBNY
2350 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard For Sale
ROBERT D PAIR at Harlem Lofts Inc
$2,695,000

6 bd · 7 ba · 4,942 sqft · Multi Family

2350 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard, New York City

MLS: RLS20081759 RLS at REBNY
333 E 46TH Street #2G For Sale 3D
Maya Allan at MAllan Real Estate Inc
$770,000

1 bd · 1 ba · 860 sqft · Co-op

333 E 46TH Street #2G, New York City

MLS: RLS20093870 RLS at REBNY
508 E 78TH Street #2E For Sale
GRACE A MIGLIO at Corcoran Group
$450,000

1 bd · 1 ba · Co-op

508 E 78TH Street #2E, New York City

MLS: RLS20082800 RLS at REBNY
3030 JOHNSON Avenue #5A For Sale
Nick Edwards at Douglas Elliman Real Estate
$264,000

2 bd · 1 ba · Co-op

3030 JOHNSON Avenue #5A, New York City

MLS: RLS20094142 RLS at REBNY
889 HERKIMER Street For Sale
Andrea Kelly at Corcoran Group
$999,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,440 sqft · Single Family Residence

889 HERKIMER Street, New York City

MLS: RLS20090867 RLS at REBNY
212 E 47th Street #28F For Sale
Jason S Haber at Compass
$1,400,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,160 sqft · Condo

212 E 47th Street #28F, New York City

MLS: RLS20095133 RLS at REBNY
517 E 77TH Street #4JI For Sale
GRACE A MIGLIO at Corcoran Group
$1,350,000

3 bd · 2 ba · Co-op

517 E 77TH Street #4JI, New York City

MLS: RLS20096004 RLS at REBNY

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Fixer-Upper Properties for Sale in NYC

Fixer-upper properties attract buyers looking to purchase below current market pricing and add value through targeted renovation. This category spans everything from pre-war co-ops with dated kitchens to multi-family townhouses with deferred maintenance. After 25+ years advising buyers across NYC, the margin between a smart purchase and an expensive mistake comes down to accurate cost estimation before you close. Explore current inventory in our property search, read about common buyer mistakes, and review our NYC buyer's guide.

What renovation permits are required?

Most significant work requires DOB filing. Type 1 alteration permits cover use/egress changes. Type 2 covers general interior alterations including gut renovations. Co-op boards add another layer with alteration agreements and contractor insurance requirements.

How do I finance a fixer-upper in NYC?

Standard co-op/condo mortgages don't include renovation costs. Buyers typically finance renovations through a HELOC after closing, a renovation loan, or cash reserves. Before making an offer, establish your renovation budget, add a 15-20% contingency, and confirm you have sufficient liquidity.

What should I inspect before buying?

Beyond standard inspection, check DOB open permits and violations at nyc.gov/buildings, test for asbestos and lead paint in pre-1978 buildings, verify electrical panel age and amperage, and assess cast iron or galvanized plumbing condition. Open DOB violations can delay closing.

Buying Tip from Milton Coste

Calculate the After-Repair Value (ARV) first: what comparable renovated units have actually sold for in the last six months. Subtract your renovation cost plus a 20% buffer, then subtract your equity cushion. If the purchase price doesn't allow that math to work, walk away. I've seen buyers overpay because they anchored to the asking price instead of the ARV.

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