390 E 5th St
Brooklyn, NY 11218
Kensington- 5 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,420 sqft
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,420 sqft
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$2.34MSince last month
Increased$16K (+0.7%)Since last year
Increased$287K (+13.9%)Since last sale
Increased$853K (+56.9%)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 +70% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $2.35M |
| July 2026 | $2.34M |
| June 2026 | $2.33M |
| May 2026 | $2.29M |
| April 2026 | $2.2M |
| March 2026 | $2.2M |
| February 2026 | $2.12M |
| January 2026 | $2.13M |
2025 | |
2024 | |
2023 | |
2022 | |
2021 | |
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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 |
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0.24 | Single-Family Home | $893,000 | 04/28/26 | 5 | 2.5 | 1,723 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $975,000 | 12/05/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,306 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $1,380,000 | 09/11/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,908 | |
0.55 | Single-Family Home | $1,500,000 | 10/06/25 | 7 | 2 | 2,718 | |
0.59 | Single-Family Home | $1,400,000 | 05/12/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,881 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $970,000 | 06/23/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,149 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | $1,600,000 | 09/11/25 | 5 | 2.5 | 2,544 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $1,600,000 | 12/22/25 | 2 | 1 | 3,432 | |
0.43 | Single-Family Home | $1,900,000 | 10/29/25 | 5 | 2.5 | 2,219 | |
1.02 | Single-Family Home | $1,450,000 | 06/05/26 | 5 | 2.5 | 2,081 |
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 |
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0.06 | $183,800 | Studio | 1 | 450 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $265,100 | Studio | 1 | 420 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $195,000 | Studio | 1 | 450 | Recently Sold | |
0.06 | - | 2 | 1 | 900 | Off Market | |
0.06 | - | 1 | 1 | 750 | Off Market | |
0.06 | - | 1 | 1 | 775 | Off Market | |
0.06 | - | 1 | 1 | - | Off Market | |
0.06 | - | 2 | 1 | 850 | Off Market | |
0.06 | - | 2 | 1 | 950 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $1,249,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,250 | For Sale | |
0.06 | - | 2 | 1 | 840 | Off Market | |
0.06 | - | 1 | 1 | 775 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1910
Living Area
2,420 sqft
Price/Sqft
$967
Parking
Garage
About this House
Magic awaits you. Rarely available, this mint condition, fully renovated and detached one family Victorian with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, garage plus large backyard and fully finished basement on a prime Kensington block will delight and entice you. With four finished floors of renovated and beautiful space you can have the space you've been searching for. The front yard is beautifully landscaped and the front porch is perfect for relaxing, sipping lemonade and enjoying the sunshine.The spacious living room has two exposures and pretty bay windows. It's open to the dining room, there is room to live large here. The windowed HUGE eat-in-kitchen has large bay windows and easily accommodates a kitchen table seating at least six. Outfitted with two sinks, stainless steel appliances, plentiful grey quartz counters and white cabinetry galore, this is a kitchen to love. There is easy access to the backyard directly from the kitchen. The first floor also has a beautiful powder room, with glass tile backsplash, and includes a large laundry closet, complete with washer/dryer hookup. The second floor has 3 bedrooms plus a sitting room. The large back bedroom with two exposures includes a bench seat with bay windows, plus it connects to a sitting room/nursery room/walk-in windowed closet-you choose. There are two other bedrooms on this floor. The front room is huge and has two exposures as well. Front and back bedrooms include a wall of closets. A large, beautiful new bathroom with soaker tub completes this floor. The third floor has two huge bedrooms. Sunlight abounds. It also has a huge full bathroom, with soaker tub, and separate shower. The basement is fully finished with ceramic tiles. It has a large recreation room with an exposed brick fireplace mantel, two bonus rooms, as well as a new Brooklyn style black and white bathroom, complete with shower. The backyard is a treasure. It's hard to find a home with both a large yard, and parking within a garage. This home has both. It provides four finished floors of beautiful living space. Additional benefits include a brand new roof, new exterior siding, new windows and new sidewalks. You can move right in and be at home. Situated in Kensington, on a leafy block, it is 4 short blocks to the F/G trains at Church Ave. Near the B67, B69 and B35 buses, and close to the express bus to Manhattan. It is a just 10 minute walk to Prospect Park, a 5 minute walk to the Brooklyn Public Library, Greenwood Playground, and the Kensington Stables, and a block from the Ocean Parkway bike path. And, it's near all amenities, including eateries and cafes such as Hamilton's, Brancaccio's, Saki Sushi, Werkstatt, Soho Caf and Grill, Church Bar, Wheated, Steeplechase Caf, as well as all your everyday amenities which are available on Church Ave. It's also a hop, skip and a jump to all amenities on Cortelyou Road. This is a gorgeous home. Make it yours.
390 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,420 sqft single-family home in Kensington, built in 1910. It last sold for $1,499,000 on Apr 6, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,341,000, with a rent estimate of $7,208/month.
Home Details for 390 E 5th St
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Interior Details BasementIn-law unitNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Office, Recreation Room, Sun RoomCeiling Fan |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Radiant, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: WallHeating Fuel: Radiant |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood, Laminate, Slate |
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Double Paned Windows |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Shingle, VinylLawnPorch |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Detached, Off Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1910Year Updated: 2015 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 3000 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Apr 6, 2016 Source: N/A | Sold | $1,499,000 |
Apr 1, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | PendingToActive | $1,499,000 |
Feb 11, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $1,499,000 |
Nov 28, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $1,499,000 Price decreased by 6% |
Oct 20, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $1,599,000 |
Mar 13, 2015 Source: N/A | Sold | $550,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $7,429 | $1,872,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in New York
Last updated July 2026
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
Around this home
What Locals Say about Kensington
At least 284 Trulia users voted on each feature.
89 % Say there are sidewalks
88 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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
52 % 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
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 390 E 5th St
- What is 390 E 5th St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 390 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY is $2,341,000.
- What is the price history for 390 E 5th St?390 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $1,499,000 in April 2016.
- 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.
- Does 390 E 5th St have air conditioning?Yes, 390 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY has air conditioning.
- Does 390 E 5th St have laundry facilities?Yes, 390 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY has in-unit laundry.

