281 3rd Ave #2, Brooklyn, NY 11215
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OFF MARKET

281 3rd Ave #2
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Gowanus
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 800 sqft

$1,097,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,252/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$1,097,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,252/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
800 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.1M
Since last month
Decreased$21K (-1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$70K (+6.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +93% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.1M
July 2026$1.11M
June 2026$1.12M
May 2026$993K
April 2026$904K
March 2026$980K
February 2026$927K
January 2026$949K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
250 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.11
Multi-Family Home
$3,650,000
07/23/26
3
1
650
281 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.00
Multi-Family Home
$1,725,000
01/06/26
2
1
3,000
677 Degraw St, Brooklyn, NY
0.29
Multi-Family Home
$10
06/26/26
2
1
1,100
654 Union St, Brooklyn, NY
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$2,050,000
04/16/26
2
1
1,980
323 Carroll St #2, Brooklyn, NY
0.35
Multi-Family Home
$2,025,000
06/18/26
2
2
1,147
233 Garfield Pl, Brooklyn, NY
0.64
Multi-Family Home
$5,250,000
03/27/26
2
1
602
13 Denton Pl, Brooklyn, NY
0.10
Multi-Family Home
$1,670,000
08/07/26
3
2.5
1,748
350 6th Ave #2, Brooklyn, NY
0.49
Multi-Family Home
$1,929,583
10/15/25
2
2
1,017
350 6th Ave #4, Brooklyn, NY
0.49
Multi-Family Home
$2,031,408
10/16/25
2
2
1,017
316 Carroll St #2, Brooklyn, NY
0.36
Multi-Family Home
$1,850,000
06/10/26
3
2
1,104

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
304 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.06
$2,546,300
4
2
-
Off Market
461 Carroll St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.05
$2,754,600
2
2
1,927
Off Market
455 Carroll St #2A, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.06
$1,002,700
1
1
751
Off Market
511 President St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.05
$1,906,400
9
3
3,240
Off Market
507 President St #3-R, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.06
$719,100
1
1
-
Off Market
507 President St #3L, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.06
$758,500
1
1
-
Off Market
19 Denton Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.11
$2,370,700
6
5
3,105
Off Market
590 Union St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.08
$4,500,000
-
-
1,127
Recently Sold
254 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.11
$3,250,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
252 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.11
$3,850,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
253 4th Ave #11B, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.15
$1,554,500
2
2
-
Off Market
253 4th Ave #10B, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.15
$1,496,400
2
2
1,023
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1931
Living Area
800 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,371

About this House

Recently Renovated 2 Separate Bedrooms
Living Room
Kitchen Bathroom
Great Layout
281 3rd Ave #2, Brooklyn, NY 11215 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 sqft multi-family in Gowanus, built in 1931. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2020 with an asking price of $3,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 20, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,097,100, with a rent estimate of $4,182/month.

Home Details for 281 3rd Ave #2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1931
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi Family

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher

Community

Units in Building: 1

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 20, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,700
Mar 16, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$2,700
Price decreased by 10%
Mar 5, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$3,000
Jul 18, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,700
Jul 11, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$2,700

Market trends in New York

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$794K
$26.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$679
$26MoM
Available listings
17724
933MoM
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Neighborhood Overview

Gowanus
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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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Frequently asked questions about 281 3rd Ave #2

  • What is 281 3rd Ave #2 estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 3rd Ave #2 in Brooklyn, NY is $1,097,100.
  • 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.