$650,000
SOLD AUG 25, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,552 Sq Ft
2,500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$419 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

108 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1-minute walk to Shepherd Avenue
  • Laundry Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Storage

About This Home

As of August 2025

Charming 1 Family Home w/ Balcony in East New York!

Welcome to 438 Shepherd Avenue, a beautifully maintained single-family home in the heart of Brooklyn’s East New York neighborhood.This classic 2-story colonial offers approximately 1,552 square feet of living space, blending historic charm with modern updates.

This spacious home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The 1st floor boasts a large eat-in kitchen, a bright and airy open-concept living and dining area, bedroom, and a full bathroom. The 2nd floor boasts 2 bedrooms, living room, a full bathroom and a balcony. A full unfinished basement with a laundry room offers endless possibilities for customization or additional storage.

Situated on a 2,500 sq. ft. lot, the property includes a generous backyard, perfect for outdoor activities, gardening, or entertaining. Recent updates include a new boiler, water heater, and roof. Street parking only.

Conveniently located just steps from the Shepherd Ave subway station (A & C lines), this home offers an effortless commute to Manhattan and beyond. It is right next to Pitkin Ave with its stores, shops and restaurants. Only 3 blocks from Atlantic Ave.

Building: 20 x 30 ft
Lot: 25 x 100 ft
Zoning: R5
FAR: 0.62; Max FAR: 1.25
Taxes: $1,662/Yr

Don’t Miss this Incredible Opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amani Joseph

Capri Jet Realty Corp Brokerage Phone: 718-388-2188 License #10401392055 Listed on: 03/28/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Amani Joseph

Capri Jet Realty Corp Brokerage Phone: 718-388-2188 License #10401392055 Listed on: 03/28/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,662

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Tri-Level Property
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,552 Sq Ft Home
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Schools

  • Ps 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden Elementary School
  • Vista Academy Middle School
  • School For Classics High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Baseboard Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04020-0020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,662

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Attribution Contact: 718-388-2188
  • Carport Y N: No
  • CurrentPrice: 650000.00
  • MlsMajorChangeType: Sold
  • CurrentPrice_By_LivingArea: 418.81443
  • ListPrice_By_LivingArea: 447.80928
  • ListPrice_By_OriginalListPrice: 0.96662
  • ListPrice_By_LotSizeAcres: 12108013.9373
  • LivingAreaSearchSqFt: 1552.00
  • CurrentPrice_By_BuildingAreaTotal: 418.81443
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen, Storage
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1552
  • Basement YN: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle School: Vista Academy

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0574
  • Lot Dimensions: 25 x 100 ft
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2500
  • Parcel Number: 04020-0020
  • Property Attached: No
  • Additional Parcels: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1661.84
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Ps 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden
  • High School: School For Classics High School
  • Middle School District: Brooklyn 19

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2025
Closed on
Aug 25, 2025
Sold by
Hossain Akm Zakir and Hossain Rasnu Al
Bought by
Afroza Rahima and Syed Akbar
Seller's Agent
Amani Joseph
Capri Jet Realty Corp
Buyer's Agent
Amani Joseph
Capri Jet Realty Corp
List Price
$719,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,000
-9.6%
Views
89
Current Estimated Value
$691,797

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,797
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.00%
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Outstanding Balance
$419,270
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$272,527

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 25, 2023
Sold by
Hossain Akm Zakir
Bought by
Hossain Akm Zakir and Hossain Rasnu Al

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2016
Sold by
Loubriel Angelica and Nieves Deceased
Bought by
Hossain Akm Zakir

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$318,750
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 2011
Sold by
Loubriel Angelica
Bought by
Loubriel Angelica and Nieves Pedro

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,012
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2003
Sold by
Best Express Homes Inc
Bought by
Loubriel Angelica

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$223,200
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2002
Sold by
Millman Warren L Refere and Butler Frances Def
Bought by
Best Express Home Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 1997
Sold by
Butler Frances
Bought by
Butler Frances

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $650,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Deed $375,000 --
Deed $375,000 --
Deed $375,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $279,000 --
Deed $279,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Ins
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $420,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $318,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $279,012 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $223,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $30,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $55,800 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Sold $650,000 -6.5% $419 / Sq Ft
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2025 05/24/25 Price Changed $695,000 -3.3% $448 / Sq Ft
03/28/2025 03/28/25 For Sale $719,000 -- $463 / Sq Ft
Source: OneKey® MLS

Tax History

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
2025 $1,662 $52,140 $12,480 $39,660
2024 $1,662 $53,580 $12,480 $41,100
2023 $1,586 $52,380 $12,480 $39,900
2022 $1,473 $44,760 $12,480 $32,280
2021 $1,466 $49,080 $12,480 $36,600
2020 $343 $37,260 $12,480 $24,780
2019 $1,347 $37,260 $12,480 $24,780
2018 $1,169 $6,506 $2,651 $3,855
2017 $1,018 $6,148 $2,293 $3,855
2016 $855 $5,820 $1,965 $3,855
2015 $251 $5,820 $1,965 $3,855
2014 $251 $5,746 $1,891 $3,855
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: OneKey® MLS

MLS Number: 841798

OneKey® MLS

APN: 04020-0020