505 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
OFF MARKET

$3,265,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,550 sqft

505 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218

Kensington
Est. Refi. Payment $19,238/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 31, 2017 for $3,400,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$3.27M
Since last month
Decreased$228K (-6.6%)
Since last year
Increased$314K (+10.9%)
Since last sale
Decreased$195K (-5.7%)
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 +51% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$3.21M
September 2026$3.43M
August 2026$3.34M
July 2026$3.25M
June 2026$3.2M
May 2026$3.19M
April 2026$3.06M
March 2026$2.96M
February 2026$2.94M
January 2026$2.9M
2025
2024
2023
2020

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
559 E 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.07
Apartment
$1,365,000
01/16/26
2
1
1,300
1353 41st St #4, Brooklyn, NY
0.45
Apartment
$2,200,000
12/01/25
2
1
2,800
506 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.13
Apartment
$10
12/23/25
3
1
2,730
1361 41st St #4, Brooklyn, NY
0.45
Apartment
$10
11/13/25
2
1
2,800
77 Lawrence Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.64
Apartment
$1,200,000
06/08/26
3
2
1,748
1135 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.86
Apartment
$1,675,000
07/20/26
2
1
3,680
4616 Fort Hamilton Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY
1.00
Apartment
$2,350,000
10/20/26
2
2
1,350
23 Webster Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.66
Apartment
$10
03/13/26
3
2
1,060
872 47th St, Brooklyn, NY
1.23
Apartment
$2,290,000
05/11/26
1
1
3,520
1280 Ocean Ave #66, Brooklyn, NY
1.15
Apartment
$3,890,635
04/23/26
2
1
760
Home facts updated by county records

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
505 E 2nd St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.00
-
-
-
-
Off Market
505 E 2nd St #3, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.00
$2,839,900
3
2.5
2,006
Off Market
505 E 2nd St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.00
$1,056,200
3
1
-
Off Market
503 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.01
$1,789,100
Studio
-
2,496
Off Market
509 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.01
$1,998,100
Studio
-
2,496
Off Market
499 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.01
$1,997,500
Studio
-
2,596
Off Market
511 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.01
$2,053,800
Studio
-
2,596
Off Market
497 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$1,999,600
Studio
-
2,496
Off Market
515 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$1,951,900
Studio
-
2,496
Off Market
534 E 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$2,060,700
Studio
-
2,600
Off Market
536 E 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
-
Studio
3.5
2,730
Off Market
536 E 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
-
Studio
-
2,600
Off Market
536 E 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$1,882,500
Studio
-
2,600
Off Market
530 E 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$1,999,600
Studio
-
2,600
Off Market
540 E 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$2,168,200
Studio
-
3,117
Off Market
528 E 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$2,314,800
6
2
3,135
Off Market
493 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$2,021,100
7
2
3,600
Off Market
542 E 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$2,367,100
Studio
-
3,628
Off Market
519 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$2,038,300
Studio
-
2,596
Off Market
519 E 2nd St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$1,337,400
3
1
-
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Apartment
Built in 1925
1,550 sqft
$2,107/sqft

About this House

A beautiful two bedroom apartment is now available to be rented in the Park Slope area of Brooklyn NY for the low monthly rental price of just $850/Month, including utilities. This apartment is just off 7th Ave & 2nd St and includes two huge bedrooms, a fully renovated kitchen and bathroom, as well as a large living room area. This apartment is also not far from public transportation, with the R Subway Line within walking distance. This apartment is also being made available without a Broker?s fee. If you are interested in this apartment and would like more information or if you would like to schedule a viewing right away then please feel free to give us a call at 646-650-5533 and we will get back with you as soon as possible. Thank You.
505 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11218 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,550 sqft apartment in Kensington, built in 1925. It last sold for $3,400,000 on Jul 31, 2017. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2012 with an asking price of $2,250 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 5, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $3,265,300.

Home Details for 505 E 2nd St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyRefrigerator
Security
Security System

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925Year Updated: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Building

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Disabled Access

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street, On Street

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3058 sqft

Additional Information

Intercom

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 31, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$3,400,000
Apr 5, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,250
Mar 7, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$2,250

Market trends in New York

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$833K
$14.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$723
$18MoM
Available listings
17509
870MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Kensington

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Built from what locals say about Kensington.
  • 89% say there are sidewalks
  • 56% say there's holiday spirit
  • 53% say neighbors are friendly
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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

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    "Farmer market every month or sometimes twice a month or twice a year , very beautiful park not far away "
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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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    "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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    "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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    "The small businesses and unique dining options make Flatbush special! Just love the options for shopping and eating."
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    "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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    "I lived in this neighborhood for four years and I love this neighborhood and surround area in new York City. "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "I live here over 10 years. Lovely, safe and friendly neighborhood. Everything is available in walking distance. "
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    "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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    "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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  • Florent P.
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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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  • Babathebuilders
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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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Frequently asked questions about 505 E 2nd St

  • What is 505 E 2nd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 505 E 2nd St in Brooklyn, NY is $3,265,300.
  • What is the price history for 505 E 2nd St?
    505 E 2nd St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $3,400,000 in July 2017.
  • Is Brooklyn a buyer's or seller's market?
    Brooklyn is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Brooklyn?
    The median sale price in Brooklyn is $833K. That is up $14.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 505 E 2nd St have parking?
    Yes, 505 E 2nd St in Brooklyn, NY has on-site parking.

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