1196 E 96th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
SOLD
NOV 18, 2025

1196 E 96th St
Brooklyn, NY 11236

Canarsie
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths

$715,000

Last Sold: Nov 18, 2025
40% over list $510K
Est. Refi. Payment $4,056/mo*
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$715,000

Last Sold: Nov 18, 2025
40% over list $510K
Est. Refi. Payment $4,056/mo*
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4 Beds
3 Baths

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1920
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

This two-family home is laid out as a two-bedroom over a two-bedroom with hardwood flooring and carpeting. The rooms are spacious, and each unit has a full bathroom. The basement is finished, and the mechanicals have been updated. The home is fully tenanted, so as expected, it will need some TLC. There is a front yard and a spacious backyard for your summer enjoyment. Due to the home's occupancy, all appointments must be made through the office. The home is also being sold as is condition, with no warranties or representations. We cannot guarantee that there will be a showing of all units on each appointment.
1196 E 96th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom multi-family in Canarsie, built in 1920. It last sold for $715,000 on Nov 18, 2025 (40% above the $510,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $723,400, with a rent estimate of $3,213/month.

Home Details for 1196 E 96th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Foundation Area: 820
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove, Gas Water HeaterRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Steam/RadiatorNo CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt Tar FlatFoundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Street,None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 85

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Multi FamilyStructure Type: DuplexArchitecture: Duplex
Building
Building: NONEConstruction Materials: Siding, Wood FrameAttached To Another Structure

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $510,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: BrooklynCommunity: Brooklyn

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2000 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Arm's Length

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 482416
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by John H. Johnson Jr, (646) 660-3585
BHHS Fillmore R.E.
Source: BNYMLS, MLS#482416

Price History for 1196 E 96th St

DatePriceEventSource
11/18/2025$715,000Sold
N/A
09/10/2025$720,000PendingToActiveOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #819127
05/03/2025$720,000PendingOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #819127
04/11/2025$720,000PriceChange
OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #819127
01/30/2025$800,000Listed For SaleOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #819127
12/23/2024$510,000Sold
BNYMLS #482416
08/21/2024$580,000PendingBNYMLS #482416
05/29/2024$580,000Listed For SaleBNYMLS #482416
05/28/2024$650,000ListingRemovedBNYMLS #471003
09/29/2023ListingRemovedBNYMLS #471003
09/06/2023$650,000PendingBNYMLS #471003
06/01/2023$650,000PriceChange
BNYMLS #471003
05/02/2023$600,000PendingToActiveBNYMLS #471003
05/01/2023$600,000PendingBNYMLS #471003
02/03/2023$600,000PriceChange
BNYMLS #471003
01/09/2023$650,000Listed For SaleBNYMLS #471003

Market trends in New York

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$767K
$4.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$653
$10MoM
Available listings
18631
48MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,958
Assessment$788,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1196 E 96th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1186 E 94th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.11
Multi-Family Home
$840,000
10/28/25
4
3
1,596
1170 E 95th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.08
Multi-Family Home
$920,000
11/05/25
7
3
1,760
9809 Avenue K, Brooklyn, NY
0.25
Multi-Family Home
$780,000
01/28/26
4
2
-
1110 E 101st St, Brooklyn, NY
0.35
Multi-Family Home
$895,000
02/03/26
4
3
1,800
1363 E 94th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.28
Multi-Family Home
$741,000
01/05/26
4
2
1,512

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Neighborhood Overview

Canarsie
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What Locals Say about Canarsie

At least 1283 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say car is needed

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say parking is easy

  • 42 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

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    "There are parks and playgrounds As well as schools here; proximity to highway provides convenient access to commuting and shopping "
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  • Kendrabroo
    "The many beautiful trees and close by shops."
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    "Back to school giveaway events at Seaview Park, Memorial Day marches, school events in the summer for residents. "
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  • Hopie Campbell
    "To what I experienced these people who I meet are friendly and amazing Transportation is an easy ride no hassle "
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  • Trulia User
    "Good place to live, a lot safer than it was 20 years ago, Canarsie just doesn’t have a variety in terms of food types"
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  • Nicholas John
    "You’ll like the long coty blocks, countless dong parks, architecture while taking walks with your furry best friend"
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  • Rose8mliance
    "It has a park where many people come from everywhere to entertain themselves. Some residents enjoy doing exercises during the sommer time and play games. All these hobbies made them happier and contribute to their health conditions."
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  • Meris322
    "Very friendly community, everything is near by, supermarket, laundry mats. Pharmacy and playground. Buss to the subway "
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  • Mellydu89
    "I live here and I’m so used to my area and I am OK with it 100%. I wish I was able to just buy a house here so bad."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood has many bus routes running thru it and we have access to 3 subway lines. #2. #5 and the L Train. "
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  • Trulia User
    "If you can commute between 3AM to 7AM it isn’t bad. Any other time it’s a disaster. The belt turns into a disaster which turns rockaway into a disaster then effects all the other streets. If you don’t drive good, bus and train take longer and more more risky but still better than driving."
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighbors will look out for one another. The streetlights are very bright. The neighborhood has a fantastic park that has a great play area."
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  • Trulia User
    "Not bad place if it was for the drugs and all that gang nonsense. People seem to be shooting themselves left and right this year."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has great access to public transportation and the commute is rough with a lot of people crowded on the buses and trains. The commuters are polite and say excuse me and pardon me. But, it still is hectic. That is Brooklyn, NY for you, busy and crowded."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s alright except when it gets hot and the young boys decide to start shooting. Once you hear the bullets start flying it over. Otherwise it an ok neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "I am not a parent but I heard that the public schools are above average. As far as,the neighborhood goes one should keep their children close to them."
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute is effective and reliable one can lays depend on public transportation you only have to be on time."
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  • Trulia User
    "Seeing other people walk there dogs or definitely meeting friendly neighbors , & being in a neighborhood that’s feels like a family "
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  • Trulia User
    "is near everything,transportation,shopping area and also lots of restaurants. this area is very useful if your trying to build anything,car, house,construction anything you can think of "
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute to get around isn’t that bad everything is within waking distance or very easy by bus or train"
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  • Trulia User
    "There are many families in the area, great parks and great schools. The only issue I have is the loud music, sometimes it happens alot during the week."
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a two-way zone area which makes it easy for me to catch the bus or the train. There is a supermarket that provides many fruits/vegetables and other products. You can get good deals on hardware products and other household products. There are clothing stores as well that sell fine clothes and shoes. We have a health food store and a store that sells natural juices."
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  • Trulia User
    "Good. Could be a bit challenging on rush hour times. There are traffic cameras so there is hardly any speeding cars. Nice back yard bbqs "
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  • Trulia User
    "I enjoy Seaview park. A community park for everyone. Canarsie pier is also a joy. They have events for the children. you can fish and enjoy the fresh air and mingle with the neighbors. I enjoy the picnic area and playground."
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  • Trulia User
    "Poo is everywhere. Nit all owners clean after their pet’s poo. Great bargain for the money. Kids fell safe "
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a very quite neighborhood all of the neighbors are very friendly as we all speak and communicate with each other and help when needed"
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    "Neighborhood has community meetings, gathering and back to school give aways. It’s Mostly quiet with friendly working class families. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I'm not sure of the community events but the neighbourhood is safe and quiet. The people are very friendly."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a park and a lot of good schools. You are close to belt parkway allowing easy access to Queens and Mill Basin. Very easy to get around with a car. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s the last block of the street itself and there’s a huge park at the end of the block. Past that is a major Highway and past that, is a bay with just a strip of land before there’s the Atlantic Ocean. Does not feel crowded here and I wouldn’t mind having a boat to explore the local waters"
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  • Trulia User
    "Love this neighborhood , and I have live here for over 27 year.. the neighborhood has change a lot over the year. However, the people in the neighborhood look out for each other. "
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  • Trulia User
    "People walk their dogs all the time. Based on the area you may not have garbage cans since some parts are residential. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for more than 10 years. Neighborhood is quiet. Easy access to buses and trains. Also safe for outside recreational activities such as jogging and visiting parks."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood all my life. So, that’s 40+ years. Everybody is neighborly and watches each other’s house. We also help one another."
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  • Trulia User
    "Nothing. This place is a food dessert. People will block your driveway and the police will never respond. Garbage man chooses when the feel like picking up your garbage."
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  • Annette
    "People are not dog friendly and other dog owners don’t pick up after their dogs A park is close by that is convenient for a dog owners and walkers."
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  • Dexter G.
    "There are a good amount of playgrounds, quiet blocks, and kids. Very quiet at night and walkable during the day."
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  • Rsmdsobers
    "The area is relatively safe. The parks are safe and everyone is friendly m some parks are better maintained than others."
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  • Raul M.
    "You can take the dogs to Seaview park. there is also at least three veterinary doctors in canarsie. "
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  • Ramone D.
    "Canarsie Park. It’s huge and is great for dogs. We require more signs for owners to pick up after their dogs though "
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Frequently asked questions about 1196 E 96th St

  • What is 1196 E 96th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1196 E 96th St in Brooklyn, NY is $723,400.
  • What is the price history for 1196 E 96th St?
    1196 E 96th St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $715,000 in November 2025.
  • Is Brooklyn a buyer's or seller's market?
    Brooklyn is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Brooklyn?
    The median sale price in Brooklyn is $767K. That is up $4.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 1196 E 96th St have parking?
    Yes, 1196 E 96th St in Brooklyn, NY has on-site parking.
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