505 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
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OFF MARKET

505 E 5th St
Brooklyn, NY 11218

Kensington
  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,230 sqft

$1,959,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,117/mo*
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$1,959,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,117/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,230 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.96M
Since last month
Decreased$33K (-1.6%)
Since last year
Increased$29K (+1.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$334K (+20.8%)
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 +108% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.94M
July 2026$1.95M
June 2026$1.97M
May 2026$1.95M
April 2026$1.93M
March 2026$1.92M
February 2026$1.88M
January 2026$1.88M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
812 Beverley Road, Brooklyn, NY
0.28
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5
2.5
1,723
710 E 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.40
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$1,500,000
10/06/25
7
2
2,718
385 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.20
Single-Family Home
$970,000
06/23/26
3
1.5
1,149
144 Chester Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.45
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$975,000
12/05/25
4
2.5
1,306
580 E 7th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
09/11/25
5
2.5
2,544
213 E 9th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,380,000
09/11/25
3
2
1,908
316 Sherman St, Brooklyn, NY
0.75
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
05/12/26
4
2
1,881
607 E 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
10/29/25
5
2.5
2,219
118 Webster Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.68
Single-Family Home
$1,975,000
12/02/25
4
4
1,664
311 Ditmas Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,700,000
11/26/25
4
2
2,000

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
522 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.05
$1,375,000
4
1.5
-
Recently Sold
503 E 4th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.06
$1,466,400
4
2
1,770
Off Market
506 Avenue C, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$2,800,000
Studio
6
2,078
For Sale
527 E 5th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.05
$2,257,500
8
4
3,520
Off Market
370 Ocean Pkwy #11F, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
$384,500
1
1
-
Off Market
370 Ocean Pkwy #9-B, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
$1,005,700
3
2
1,445
Off Market
370 Ocean Pkwy #10K, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
$563,000
1
1
1,088
Off Market
370 Ocean Pkwy #11J, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
$899,000
2
2
-
For Sale
370 Ocean Pkwy #4C, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
-
2
1
1,100
Off Market
370 Ocean Pkwy #12L, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
-
1
1
-
Off Market
370 Ocean Pkwy #2F, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
-
1
1
700
Off Market
370 Ocean Pkwy #2L, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
$519,000
1
1
-
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Living Area
2,230 sqft
Price/Sqft
$879

About this House

This huge five-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom fully detached Kensington home is a Brooklyn house hunter's dream! Built in 1925, it's on a tidy residential block and has a lovely, welcoming front porch. As you enter the house, you'll find yourself in a big open-plan space that comfortably accommodates a living and dining area. The front bay window and two additional side windows let in tons of beautiful sunlight, which lends an airy feel to the room. An adjacent powder room is conveniently situated right off this area. Beyond this pleasant main space is a bright, newly renovated designer kitchen that has many wonderful features: two exposures, custom open shelving, honed Caesarstone countertops, a Bosch range and dishwasher, a Fisher & Paykel paneled refrigerator, stylish light fixtures, a handsome Waterstone faucet, a bar area with storage, and recessed lighting.
On the second floor you'll find three large, sunny bedrooms, one of which is a master bedroom that has two closets and an expansive picture window. In the hallway there is a full bathroom. The third floor of the house has two very charming additional bedrooms, one with a cozy built-in window seat and both with lots of storage space. A back door off the kitchen opens onto a durable ipe deck and an inviting yard that has an established garden and plant-based SYNLawn artificial grass, which is incredibly easy to maintain, drains well, and looks like the real deal. The house also has a finished windowed basement that a has good storage, a full bathroom, a washer/dryer, and ample space for a family room or play area. There are energy efficient double-paned windows, hardwood floors, and original details throughout, as well as central air and convenient two-zone heating. Other recent improvements include new insulation, and in 2013, a gut renovation which included new plumbing and electrical systems,, and a new roof and boiler. Possibility of legal curb cut for parking with an alteration of the front porch.
Close to the F/G trains, this ideal Brooklyn house is right near shops, services, and restaurants on Church Avenue and Ft. Hamilton Parkway including the excellent organic Thai Farm Kitchen, Hamilton's, and Jaya Yoga. In addition, the house is also minutes from Prospect Park and in close proximity to Ocean Parkway's dedicated bike and pedestrian path.
505 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,230 sqft single-family home in Kensington, built in 1925. It last sold for $1,607,000 on Aug 8, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,959,300, with a rent estimate of $5,298/month.

Home Details for 505 E 5th St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.75
Interior Details
Additional StorageNumber of Rooms: 7Storage
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925Year Updated: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
DeckGarden

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2400 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 8, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,607,000
Jun 29, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,595,000
Jun 5, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$1,595,000
Price decreased by 6%
May 3, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,695,000
Apr 29, 2013
Source: N/A
Sold
$710,000

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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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

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 505 E 5th St

  • What is 505 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 505 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY is $1,959,300.
  • What is the price history for 505 E 5th St?
    505 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $1,607,000 in August 2019.
  • 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 505 E 5th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 505 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY has air conditioning.
  • Does 505 E 5th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 505 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY has in-unit laundry.