178 8th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11215
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath

178 8th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11215

Gowanus

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About this House

On the cusp of Park Slope and ever-trending Gowanus, this beautiful floor-through is a meticulously updated one-and-one-half bedroom, loaded with original detail. The sun-drenched, eat-in kitchen features sparkling new appliances, and the bathroom gleams with new fixtures. High ceilings and tall, generous windows create a bright, airy space. Small bedroom off main living room = large office! There's a massive built-in closet with lighting, another closet with shelves perfect for a pantry/linen closet, and additional storage in the basement for bikes and more. This 3-unit building is on a lovely tree-lined street, not far from Whole Foods, Fletcher's Brooklyn Barbecue, and Michael & Ping's Modern Chinese Take-Out. Sorry, no pets. Washer and Dryer hook-up available.
178 8th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11215 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Gowanus. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2025 with an asking price of $3,650 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 12, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $4,146/month.

Home Details for 178 8th St #2

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Comparable Sales for 178 8th St #2

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
286 7th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.17
Apartment
$910,000
02/27/26
2
1
2,700 sqft
251 7th St #6C, Brooklyn, NY
0.10
Apartment
$725,000
06/05/26
1
1
695 sqft
171 8th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.03
Apartment
$2,358,305
05/20/26
3
1.5
2,214 sqft
599 4th Ave #7B, Brooklyn, NY
0.50
Apartment
$550,000
04/13/26
2
1
678 sqft
666 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
0.54
Apartment
$1,900,000
01/07/26
2
1
3,780 sqft
248 17th St #7, Brooklyn, NY
0.57
Apartment
$1,050,000
12/03/25
2
1
1,120 sqft
193 Luquer St #3, Brooklyn, NY
0.58
Apartment
$250,000
02/17/26
2
1
850 sqft
687 Sackett St, Brooklyn, NY
0.62
Apartment
$2,325,000
01/14/26
2
1
2,793 sqft
464 5th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.52
Apartment
$3,700,000
10/28/25
1
1
800 sqft
181 18th St #506, Brooklyn, NY
0.53
Apartment
$786,000
09/01/26
1
1
631 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in Gowanus

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,146/mo
Average rent
$4.88K
$350MoM
Available listings
192
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Gowanus

At least 195 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 85 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 55 % Say there are community events

  • 42 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 41 % Say it's quiet

  • 29 % Say parking is easy

  • 28 % Say there's wildlife

  • 26 % Say car is needed

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  • Tnicole225
    "There are a lot of parks and many young children in the area. It is a decent area for kids, although it is urban. "
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  • Trulia User
    "this is a pet friendly area. So many people and businesses enjoy our furry family members and encourage inciting tactics like water bowls outside stores. "
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  • Steve S.
    " it has the right amount of entertainment, dining, nightlife and family friendly. I never feel unsafe here. I love it. "
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  • Sarah.statz
    "Good. Sometimes the F train is really packed. Overall it is not too bad generally but when it is bad it’s really bad. "
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  • Rickfinch33
    "Good public transportation is available - though slow on the N and R lines. Travel to midtown is 45 mins. Can be a bit more on weekends and Late at night "
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  • Erin.turner
    "This area feels very safe and is extremely well kept. I would enjoy taking kids or my family here to show them around"
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  • Maeen A.
    "Park slope is very nice place to live , it has great schools nearby easy for the kids to go to, it also has good public park , I always take my son there every Sunday to practice with him soccerball. "
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  • Jaime.n.stanley
    "This is a happy up and coming area with great train access and new restaurants everyday. I love living here. "
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  • Kaitlynsnipes
    "I drive around the area, sometimes it can get congested or backed up but it’s usually a decent commute. "
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  • Haggarty_john
    "Perfect for dogs. People walking their dogs all the time. A few dog parks within a short drive. All of our neighbors have dogs"
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  • Tnicole225
    "I have lived in this area for the past 7 years and I think it’s pretty cool. Easy walk to shopping, restaurants and subway."
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  • Melissa p. m.
    "It’s super hip. There are lots of cool spots in the neighborhood- for lots of different groups. Great restaurants and a cool vibe. Shopping is easy and the subways are close by. "
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  • Mattleaney
    "2 years love it, would like to buy here. Great schools and shops. Court street is great. Park is a bit far but a nice walk. "
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  • Msjonesnyc
    "Nonstop construction, cutting down of trees for hotels, overcrowded grocery stores, consistently riding rent rates year after year"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 12, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,650
Feb 6, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,650

Frequently asked questions about 178 8th St #2

  • 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 $794K. That is up $26.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Gowanus neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Gowanus neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Gowanus, Brooklyn.
  • What are the closest schools to 178 8th St #2?
    The closest schools to 178 8th St #2 in Brooklyn, NY are John Jay School for Law (High, rated 5/10), Ms 51 William Alexander (Middle, rated 6/10), Ps 124 Silas B Dutcher (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 5/10).
  • Does 178 8th St #2 have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 178 8th St #2 in Brooklyn, NY has in-unit laundry.

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