$1,200,000
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379 E 8th St Brooklyn, NY 11218

Kensington Neighborhood

Estimated payment $6,814/month

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft
$800 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Pre War Building
  • Ditmas Junior High school Rated A-
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening

About This Home

This charming four-bedroom single-family home is located on a beautiful tree-lined street in the heart of Kensington. Featuring a private backyard and off-street parking, it offers a rare opportunity to own in one of Brooklyn’s most up and coming neighborhoods.
A covered front porch welcomes you into the main level, featuring a living room, dining area, powder room, and eat-in kitchen. The kitchen opens directly to a back deck and private yard—perfect for grilling, entertaining, or gardening. At the rear of the property is a large waterproof shed offering excellent additional storage. The home also enjoys wonderful front-to-back cross ventilation, providing great natural airflow throughout.
The second floor offers two bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the third level features two additional bedrooms, providing flexibility for guests, home offices, or a variety of living arrangements.
The finished basement includes a full bathroom and oversized washer/dryer, creating a versatile space ideal for a recreation room, home office, gym, or guest suite.
Additional highlights include hardwood floors, original tin ceilings, and private parking—an exceptional convenience and true luxury in this neighborhood.
Conveniently located near the F, G, and Q subway lines, multiple bus routes, Prospect Park, and the shops, restaurants, and amenities along nearby Cortelyou Road.
This special home offers charm and functionality, is in move-in condition, and has tremendous potential for updating according to your own personal style.

Listing Agent

Ellen Simon

Weichert Properties License #30SI1004902 Listed on: 06/04/2026

Weichert Properties

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,355

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • 2,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 20.00 x 100.00

Home Design

  • Pre War Building

Interior Spaces

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening

Community Details

  • Kensington Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 0081 / 5377

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,355

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

2,000 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Avenue C/Cortelyou Road
  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Kensington
  • Architectural Style: Prewar, Walk-Up
  • Structure Type: House
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Living Area: 1500.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: See Remarks
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Interest: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 2000.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 20.00 x 100.00

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1905

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 5377
  • Tax Lot: 0081
  • Tax Annual: 5355.0

Multi Family

  • Building Area Units: Square Feet

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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2026 $5,478 $66,000 $17,820 $48,180
2025 $5,156 $75,780 $17,820 $57,960
2024 $5,156 $60,780 $17,820 $42,960
2023 $5,201 $74,580 $17,820 $56,760
2022 $4,919 $70,740 $17,820 $52,920
2021 $5,038 $63,840 $17,820 $46,020
2020 $2,353 $65,940 $17,820 $48,120
2019 $4,426 $52,440 $17,820 $34,620
2018 $4,291 $22,509 $8,473 $14,036
2017 $4,130 $21,730 $7,928 $13,802
2016 $3,912 $21,120 $8,822 $12,298
2015 $2,253 $19,926 $12,132 $7,794
2014 $2,253 $18,800 $13,726 $5,074
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/04/2026 06/04/26 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $800 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $292,500 --
Deed -- --
Deed $159,000 Commonwealth Land Title Ins
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $115,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $154,959 FHA
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Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS20095777

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 05377-0081

New York Kings County Brooklyn 11218 Kensington

379 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY

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