287 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
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287 E 5th St
Brooklyn, NY 11218

Kensington
  • Studio
  • 3,288 sqft

$2,500,200

Trulia Estimate
as of May 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $13,541/mo*
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$2,500,200

Trulia Estimate
as of May 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $13,541/mo*
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Studio
3,288 sqft

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Description

Perched on a rare corner lot and boasting a private 2-car garage and clocking in at nearly 3,300 square feet, this meticulously-kept 1915 limestone offers the perfect combination of timeless elegance and modern convenience. The first floor offers a gracious living room with bay windows and coat closet; grand formal dining room with beamed ceilings; modern stainless steel kitchen with separate breakfast room and built-in bookshelves; new powder room; and mud room that leads to your sprawling backyard, perfect for entertaining large groups and quiet evenings with a good book alike. Trot upstairs to find four bedrooms (including a master with brand-new en-suite bathroom with heated floors), two full bathrooms and a corner office that's a dream come true for working from home. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. The light and airiness at 287 East 5th Street is on a totally different level than your average house! Downstairs, the basement has been completely remodeled, offering a second (windowed) home office, workshop, sitting area and proper laundry room. Custom upgrades over the past few years include renovation of the exterior masonry; the aforementioned new master bath and powder room on the parlor floor; and revamping of the under-stoop area and the entrance. Energy efficient solar panels allow the owner to enjoy an annual tax credit of $1,045 (reflected in the listing RET) while keeping electricity bills remarkably low. Parking, endless sun, easy proximity to Prospect Park and the Prospect Expressway; what more could you want from your home? Contact us today to arrange a private showing!
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Home Details for 287 E 5th St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
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Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915Year Updated: 1915
Property Type / Style
Property Type: TownhouseArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2000 sqft

Price History for 287 E 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
05/14/2021$2,220,000Sold
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03/11/2021$2,195,000PendingStreetEasy #4876754
02/16/2021$2,195,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/24/2017$1,695,000Sold
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03/23/2000$345,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$8,688
Assessment$1,696,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 287 E 5th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
145 Webster Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.99
Townhouse
$2,099,000
02/24/26
3
1
1,094
758 Westminster Rd, Brooklyn, NY
1.15
Townhouse
$2,350,000
08/29/25
8
3
3,391
1245 46th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.99
Townhouse
$4,150,000
11/19/25
3
3
2,488
488 7th Ave #2, Brooklyn, NY
1.27
Townhouse
$2,425,000
10/06/25
4
2
2,385
261 Fenimore St, Brooklyn, NY
1.46
Townhouse
$2,275,000
08/05/25
4
2
3,000
2311 Cortelyou Rd, Brooklyn, NY
1.07
Townhouse
$920,000
03/18/26
5
3
2,400
685 6th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
1.30
Townhouse
$2,320,000
10/28/25
4
3
2,300
557 9th St, Brooklyn, NY
1.37
Townhouse
$4,725,000
03/17/26
5
3.5
3,000
343 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, NY
1.30
Townhouse
$2,500,000
09/04/25
4
3
1,725
220 Lincoln Rd, Brooklyn, NY
1.51
Townhouse
$1,350,000
10/30/25
3
2
2,919
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Neighborhood Overview

Kensington
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What Locals Say about Kensington

At least 284 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 77 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 76 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 46 % Say there are community events

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say car is needed

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

  • 29 % Say parking is easy

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  • Dxymdpb8nz
    "Farmer market every month or sometimes twice a month or twice a year , very beautiful park not far away "
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  • Christinelong620
    "We are very close to trains and buses. We can also walk or drive. Plan for anywhere between 30-60 min commute. "
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  • Dxymdpb8nz
    "There are beautiful park which is importante for families with kids Very pleasant and beautiful park"
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  • Fpaoselli
    "Family friendly neighborhood that is diverse. I feel safe here with my young child and have an amazing community of friends with children of a similar age."
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  • Mrsmaignan
    "Commuting is fine. Distance is 10 to 15 minutes to both train line. Grocery Stores are about 10 to 15 minutes also. Plenty of local Stores in the area ."
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  • Trulia User
    "Halloween parades. Fairs bring in rides for the kids close Cortelyou bet on the island to East 17 Street lotta fun"
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  • Trulia User
    "Every weekend there are events, especially for children; from neighborhood cleanups to story time. The sidewalks are wider than most places which makes outdoor dining and pop ups a fun addition and leave lots of room to walk."
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  • Trulia User
    "The small businesses and unique dining options make Flatbush special! Just love the options for shopping and eating."
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  • Trulia User
    "Lived here my whole life best kept secret in Brooklyn. Close to prospect park and 8 stops to city. Quite family area with good schools."
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood for four years and I love this neighborhood and surround area in new York City. "
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  • Trulia User
    "my kids was born in Flatbush Ave.. never had a issue.. living.in Flatbush Ave . got many friends. lost.many friend's. from my at wtc.. so sad . besides that.no problems at all"
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  • Trulia User
    "I don't know. I don't go out often but it's a clean neighborhood. I guess everyone would like it here since everything is accessible. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Last stop in Brooklyn on express bus in Manhattan in 6 min. Safe clean happy area with walking distance to prospect park and horse stable. Lot of family’s, groceries near by and a lot of new restaurants. Parade grounds ball fields and soccer tennis courts walking access as well "
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  • Trulia User
    "All are not so bad, but this location little cleaned like others location in BROOKLYN, Borough park is very expenses location."
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  • Trulia User
    "Love the area safe and walk-in distance to prospect park. Express bus 1 stop to Manhattan. And F G train few blocks down "
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  • Trulia User
    "I live here over 10 years. Lovely, safe and friendly neighborhood. Everything is available in walking distance. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Crime and not that safe, schools are below average and not enough police especially during evening time "
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  • Brooklynjoe88
    "About an hour to get into Manhattan. The location is just far enough in Brooklyn where you can get a seat in the Am!"
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  • Chalisa.nixon5
    "The neighborhood is quiet and well kept for the most part, i live in the family shelter and what i do know is they should have more rental available for the single women in that shelter"
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  • Amna H.
    "its very safe and quiet. has a lot of stores around and good transportation. I would definitely recommend this neighborhood. "
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  • Matthewwels
    "Events in prospect park including celebrate Brooklyn and the skating rink and Smorgasburg. Haloween is great too."
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  • Junie F.
    "This is a friendly,family-oriented neighborhood with multiple parks shops and restaurants within walking distance. We’ve been living here for 4 years and would recommend this area to anyone looking for a place to raise a family. "
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  • Md M.
    "Diversity and safety. Public transportation, supermarket, hospital school is close. Bars and different cuisine around "
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  • Nesdesigns
    "Me as a dog owner like that I meet other dog owners, been here since 1996 and raised my 5 children as well schools are also great in this neighborhood. Recommend living in Kensington "
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  • Francescamaso
    "Plenty of families with young kids, playgrounds nearby, good schools, and close to the park. Neighborly and friendly neighborhood represented by many different ethnicities. "
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  • Tushar S.
    "Safe but some parts not so clean. Friendly and very convenient. Been here for 16 years. Very diverse neighborhood."
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  • Luna A.
    "I live here last 23 years. My all neighbor Behaviors is really good. School ,grocery. SHopping everything is excellent but I need more big house Bcz my kids are grown up now "
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  • Marvg99
    "Kensington has a lot to offers with a range of foreign products and its very safe. Also it is a very diverse neighborhood, everyone keep it nice and clean. "
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  • Saba M.
    "lots of modes of transportation.. many subway lines and bus routes. dont even need car for this neighborhood "
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  • Florent P.
    "East 4th street Halloween is quite a celebration each year and the proximity to Prospect Park makes this neighborhood very nice"
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  • Saba M.
    "absolutely love it. especially walking on ocean parkway with dogs.. as long as you clean up after your dogs.. no issue "
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  • Ella G.
    "There’s a really wide sidewalk great for taking walks, also it’s close to the park. Idk what else to write.."
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  • Babathebuilders
    "Working class and convince for travel and shopping l,save minimum crime or no crime great schools in neighborhoods "
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  • Adriana D.
    "It has a neighborhoody feel. People look out for one another. It’s not really unique but it’s what makes it great. "
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  • Fahriddin G.
    "Good place to live and good for kids and many more it good that’s all I can say i don’t know what else to say"
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  • CDS357
    "many families in the area, great restaurants, convenient public transportation options and feels safe."
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  • Michael M.
    "Area is boring and the corner of McDonald and Church needs some serious cleaning up. "
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  • Estiak
    "I like this neighborhood, this area has all kind of transportation facilities with tons of restaurants and deli grocery inclusive school, Bank, Post office and religious centers Thanks "
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  • Kimberlyragan
    "Unfortunately, many of the buildings do not allow dogs. But the area of Ocean Parkway has a great strip for dogs to walk along"
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  • Yim
    "No park in area to left your dogs run or exercise around in. Also lots of kids with roller around here."
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287 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218 is a studio, 3,288 sqft townhouse built in 1915. 287 E 5th St is located in Kensington, Brooklyn. This property is not currently available for sale. 287 E 5th St was last sold on May 14, 2021 for $2,220,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 287 E 5th St is $2,500,200.