This block of Hancock Street is nothing to write home about, but it does have its pluses, including trees and modestly well-kept houses. It is just off one of the most impressive stretches of historic Bushwick Avenue and just two blocks to recently renovated Irving Square Park. But it’s the property itself that draws attention — three apartments for the price of a single condo just up the road a bit. Yes, it’s the typical vinyl-sided Bushwick blah, but inside remain many original details and though maybe not to your taste, the interiors have been updated. The basement is even finished.

Amazingly, this place sold for twice the price in late 2006. It’s a good deal and rents might enable you to live free.

1078 Hancock Street | $365,000
2880sqft | 20ft-wide | 3-family | frame
Halsey J