494 E 53rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11203
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FOR SALE

$689,000

Original price: $749,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,214 sqft

494 E 53rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11203

East Flatbush
Est. Mortgage $4,126/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
$568/sqft
Garage

Local Information

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

About this House

What's unique:Warm and well-kept interior
494 E 53 St, East Flatbush, Brooklyn Welcome to this beautifully maintained one-family home nestled in the heart of the desirable East Flatbush section of Brooklyn. This charming 2-bedroom residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and long-term value. Enter inside to find a warm and well-kept interior with spacious living areas and a finished basement ideal for additional space, a recreation area, home office. Outside, enjoy the convenience of a private driveway with room for up to 4 vehicles — a rare find in Brooklyn. This property also features solar panels that help provide electricity and improve energy efficiency, adding both savings and sustainability to your everyday living. Situated on a beautiful, quiet block in East Flatbush, this home offers a peaceful residential feel while remaining close to shopping, transportation, schools, and local amenities. A wonderful opportunity to own a move-in-ready home in one of Brooklyn’s established neighborhoods. This home is sold As Is- No Warranty and No Representation
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing by: BHHS Fillmore R.E., (718) 272-6666
Shelley Ann Worrell, (718) 272-6666
BHHS Fillmore R.E., (718) 272-6666
Rafael M. Lantigua Jr, (347) 277-9004
Source: BNYMLS, MLS#501318

Home Details for 494 E 53rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Separate EntranceNumber of Rooms: 6
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1214 Square FeetFoundation Area: 533
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Washer, Electric Water HeaterLaundry: Laundry AreaWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Oil,Solar,Steam/RadiatorHas CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Oil
Gas & Electric
Electric: 110 V, Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: RubberFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Private Drive,4 Spaces,Detached Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 122Days on Market: 132

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DuplexArchitecture: Duplex
Building
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Brick, MasonryAttached To Another Structure

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $689,000Price Per Sqft: $568

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: BrooklynCommunity: Brooklyn

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 501318

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1214 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2000 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Arm's Length

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 501318

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

East Flatbush
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What Locals Say about East Flatbush

At least 1261 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 78 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 73 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 58 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say car is needed

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 41 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say parking is easy

  • 26 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Cindyreneem12
    "My neighbor is Flatbush area. You’ll be able to find transportation easily. There’s buses, trains, citi bikes, cabs and dollar cabs"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lovely community that keeps on grounded. The garbage streets is improved as it seems more landlords are cleaning the street but there are spots that remain gross especially adjacent to empty lots or building construction areas. Most people are friendly to newcomers. Prospect park is a huge asset. I am impressed and pleased that NYC is taking care of and improving the park especially south of Lincoln ave. "
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  • Will Thompson
    "It depends on the time of day but for the most part it’s smooth. Centrally located from banks, major shopping and the subway "
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  • Vaina Cayo-Augustin
    "Block party annual gatherings. Parties as everyone is familiar with everyone, neighborhood are safe and neighbors are nice"
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  • Barbara J
    "excellent commute great restaurants and parks & Brooklyn museum 👍 im looking to move back to neighborhood looking for two bedroom building with elevator. My grandmother live in neighborhood for 55 years have an auntie that still live in neighborhood. "
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  • Slowttt
    "Dogs are here, but no dog parks are readily available in the neighborhood. You have to travel a good distance to get to a dog park."
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  • Dionne Franco-williams
    "Pretty safe area where children can play and travel to school on their own. Fairly clean sidewalks and friendly neighbors."
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  • Swb8hyjqdh
    "Great neighborhood walking distance from parks, schools , grocery store ,doctor’s office etc. Family oriented."
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  • Felicia Cummings
    "Nothing really. The neighborhood is a friendly neighborhood for dogs and their owners. A lot of space"
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  • Therevolution1985
    "What it represents first off it’s Brooklyn Ny the biggest borough ,most known Globally, and it just elevates the passion you show when referencing where you from and it’s the home of biggie smalls "
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  • Affection Johnson
    "What makes this neighborhood unique is that no matter what you need you definitely could find it it’s all type Of stores for whatever you need .This area is also great as far as transportation the bus and train is within walking distance "
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  • CRYSTAL RAHMING
    "Everyone is very friendly and I get along with everyone in the community we have block parties and they be very nice everyone is just nice been living in the same house for 30 years "
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  • Nancy Augustin
    "I’m here will with son just very vulnerable visiting appreciate aprt get paperwork new year 2025 thank heavens help bless do it "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone has respect for each other, and the community knows when to shut down the music. I don't think that I should be forced to expand on the matter."
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  • Trulia User
    " nice neighborhood , well manners and stores are nearby. Also transportation is near by. schools are also nearby"
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  • Trulia User
    " Nothing to dislike about the neighborhood.it is safe to walk your dog anytime of day. The are is generally safe."
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  • Trulia User
    "You see people walking their dogs all the time however they aren’t any dog parks near by which makes it a lot harder "
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  • Trulia User
    "There some small parks and prospect park is an option for longer walks but there are some people who have dogs off leash"
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  • Trulia User
    "its quite safe people looking out clean sidewalk, clean neighborhood, churches, school busses fruit stand safe fir kids to walk mostly elderly live not much young folks they grew older now "
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  • Trulia User
    "Local park events during the summer. YMCA, Aviators, Brooklyn College programs, shopping and transit accessibility. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The people in the neighborhood the surrounding streets And the stores that surround their playgrounds ounce church's laundry places to take the children"
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood is a great area to raise your kids and walk your dog . Everyone is mostly friendly or stay to themselves "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived in the neighborhood for a year, quite and friendly neighbours. Great environment, peaceful and clean "
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  • Trulia User
    "They would like everything. The community is a paradise to live in.if you are fortunate to live here your lucky "
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  • Trulia User
    "People are very friendly and help others in the community. It’s a great and a loving neighborhood. Everyone are very welcome here. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhood …not too much activity and not too little. A good medium. I would advise any family settings to go and live here "
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  • Trulia User
    "Central to all necessities (transportation, parks, shopping, food, etc.). Most neighbors are friendly. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great transportation accessibility. There are buses and trains close by. There are buses that take you directly to manhattan."
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  • Trulia User
    "Walking distance to shopping and grocery. Many activities in the summer time. Close to prospect park with lots of fun activities for kids."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a good school area walking distance to corner stores and food stores well lit areas and quiet neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "gentrification is underway so maybe it'll be more safer, new buildings are popping up but with these changes, it will be more expensive. schools and amenities to make the neighborhood more kid-oriented might take awhile"
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  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of public parks to walk your 4-legged bestie. Since many people own dogs everyone takes care to pick up after them. The one thing that a dog owner might not like is that the area is very flat. So there isn’t very challenging terrain."
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  • Trulia User
    "I only come out for necessities ,nice shopping area and great transportation hub.Great schools but not so friendly. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 9 years. Friendly neighborhs clean streets and sidewalks. very quiet."
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  • Trulia User
    "Long-standing homeowners, close knit community. Elderly neighbors watch out for kids. Safe streets, lots of good, inexpensive takeout."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve been living in this area for over 8 years and I like the fact that there are trees. More homes than buildings "
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  • Trulia User
    "Carnival each Labor Day is celebrated by this majority West Indian community. Noise levels are high."
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  • Steve P.
    "Sometimes at the park they have festival and park party. This will make people meet other people in the neighborhood "
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  • Alyssadams21
    "Nothing really Maybe the parks, there is wimbate park where we go to run have picnics , exercise , And on church avenue there lots of Caribbean spots"
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  • Dwayne M.
    "Block parties are really big during the summer. Also we are close to the 2 and 5 train which gets you into manhattan in 30 minutes. "
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Market trends in New York

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$818K
$21.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$704
$22MoM
Available listings
16526
1221MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$685K
Since last month
Increased$13K (+1.9%)
Since last year
Increased$59K (+9.3%)
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 +65% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$685K
August 2026$672K
July 2026$727K
June 2026$732K
May 2026$781K
April 2026$634K
March 2026$640K
February 2026$646K
January 2026$628K
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.
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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
440 E 54th St, Brooklyn, NY
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3
2
1,372
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$475,000
02/12/26
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2
1,127
602 E 52nd Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.13
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$760,000
02/27/26
3
2
1,428
557 E 51st St, Brooklyn, NY
0.07
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$740,000
07/09/26
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0.16
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$940,000
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2
1,404
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0.30
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$425,000
09/08/26
3
2
1,404
586 E 54th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.26
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$685,000
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2
1,620
811 East 48 Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.46
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$655,000
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1,280

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
5218 Tilden Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.04
$904,400
5
3
2,204
Off Market
434 E 54th St, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.06
$935,100
3
3
1,394
Off Market
440 E 54th St, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.05
$560,000
3
2
1,372
Recently Sold
498 E 53rd St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.00
$903,800
3
2.5
-
Off Market
514 East 53rd, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.03
$900,000
4
4
-
Recently Sold
518 E 52nd St #2FAM, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.06
$877,000
3
2
-
Off Market
540 E 52nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.05
$750,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
540 E 52nd St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.05
$750,000
3
2.5
2,000
Recently Sold
436 E 53rd St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.11
$964,200
4
3.5
-
Off Market
557 E 51st St, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.07
$740,000
3
1.5
2,625
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 30, 2026
Source: BNYMLS #501318
PriceChange
$689,000
Price decreased by 8%
Jun 23, 2026
Source: BNYMLS #501318
PriceChange
$749,000
Price decreased by 5%
May 13, 2026
Source: BNYMLS #501318
Listed For Sale
$789,000

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Agent Phone: (718) 272-6666
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Frequently asked questions about 494 E 53rd St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 494 E 53rd St?
    Based on a $689,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 494 E 53rd St in Brooklyn, NY is approximately $4,163 (about $3,675 principal & interest, $413 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 494 E 53rd St compare to homes in Brooklyn?
    494 E 53rd St in Brooklyn, NY is listed at $689,000, about 16% below the $818K median sale price in Brooklyn.
  • What do residents say about the East Flatbush neighborhood?
    Residents describe the East Flatbush neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY as walkable to grocery stores, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in East Flatbush, Brooklyn.
  • What are the closest schools to 494 E 53rd St?
    The closest schools to 494 E 53rd St in Brooklyn, NY are Is 285 Meyer Levin (Middle, rated 5/10), Kurt Hahn Expeditionary Learning School (High, rated 8/10), Ps 244 Richard R Green (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 6/10).
  • Does 494 E 53rd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 494 E 53rd St in Brooklyn, NY has air conditioning.
  • Does 494 E 53rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 494 E 53rd St in Brooklyn, NY has laundry facilities.
494 E 53rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11203 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,214 sqft single-family home built in 1920. 494 E 53rd St is located in East Flatbush, Brooklyn. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by BNYMLS on May 13, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 501318.