524 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
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OFF MARKET

524 E 85th St
Brooklyn, NY 11236

Canarsie
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,056 sqft

$731,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,156/mo*
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$731,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,156/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,056 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 524 E 85th St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Living Area
1,056 sqft
Price/Sqft
$693
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 524 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY. 524 E 85th St is in the Canarsie neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY and in ZIP code 11236. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,056 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 2500 sqft and was built in 1925.
524 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,056 sqft single-family home in Canarsie, built in 1925. It last sold for $585,000 on Feb 27, 2019. More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2014 with an asking price of $3,700 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 19, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $731,700, with a rent estimate of $3,742/month.

Home Details for 524 E 85th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Other, Electric, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: Other, WallHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Carport, Garage Detached, On Street

Property Information

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

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2500 sqft

Price History for 524 E 85th St

DatePriceEventSource
02/27/2019$585,000Sold
OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L3073062
11/13/2018$579,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/25/2018$625,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/12/2018$675,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/29/2018$250,000Sold
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06/19/2014$3,700ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/11/2014$3,700Listed For RentAgent Provided
06/01/2006$385,000Sold
N/A
06/08/2004$250,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in New York

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$767K
$4.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$653
$10MoM
Available listings
18631
48MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,055
Assessment$693,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 524 E 85th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8919 Bedell Lane, Brooklyn, NY
0.26
Single-Family Home
$700,000
06/22/26
3
2
1,200
9304 Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.43
Single-Family Home
$507,000
11/26/25
3
2
975
1102 E 94th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.55
Single-Family Home
$665,000
12/10/25
2
2
990
9317 Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.45
Single-Family Home
$500,000
05/18/26
3
1.5
1,224
133 E 87th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.53
Single-Family Home
$764,000
07/24/26
3
2
1,671
615 E 57th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.47
Single-Family Home
$665,000
04/09/26
3
2.5
1,296
586 E 54th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.58
Single-Family Home
$685,000
11/20/25
3
2
1,620
760 E 78th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.52
Single-Family Home
$565,000
05/14/26
3
2.5
1,260
5517 Whitty Lane, Brooklyn, NY
0.54
Single-Family Home
$630,000
05/07/26
3
2
1,710
637 E 83rd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.21
Single-Family Home
$286,360
04/07/26
2
1
978

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Canarsie
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What Locals Say about Canarsie

At least 1283 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say car is needed

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say parking is easy

  • 42 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Trulia User
    "There are parks and playgrounds As well as schools here; proximity to highway provides convenient access to commuting and shopping "
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  • Kendrabroo
    "The many beautiful trees and close by shops."
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  • Trulia User
    "Back to school giveaway events at Seaview Park, Memorial Day marches, school events in the summer for residents. "
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  • Hopie Campbell
    "To what I experienced these people who I meet are friendly and amazing Transportation is an easy ride no hassle "
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  • Trulia User
    "Good place to live, a lot safer than it was 20 years ago, Canarsie just doesn’t have a variety in terms of food types"
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  • Nicholas John
    "You’ll like the long coty blocks, countless dong parks, architecture while taking walks with your furry best friend"
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  • Rose8mliance
    "It has a park where many people come from everywhere to entertain themselves. Some residents enjoy doing exercises during the sommer time and play games. All these hobbies made them happier and contribute to their health conditions."
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  • Meris322
    "Very friendly community, everything is near by, supermarket, laundry mats. Pharmacy and playground. Buss to the subway "
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  • Mellydu89
    "I live here and I’m so used to my area and I am OK with it 100%. I wish I was able to just buy a house here so bad."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood has many bus routes running thru it and we have access to 3 subway lines. #2. #5 and the L Train. "
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  • Trulia User
    "If you can commute between 3AM to 7AM it isn’t bad. Any other time it’s a disaster. The belt turns into a disaster which turns rockaway into a disaster then effects all the other streets. If you don’t drive good, bus and train take longer and more more risky but still better than driving."
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighbors will look out for one another. The streetlights are very bright. The neighborhood has a fantastic park that has a great play area."
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  • Trulia User
    "Not bad place if it was for the drugs and all that gang nonsense. People seem to be shooting themselves left and right this year."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has great access to public transportation and the commute is rough with a lot of people crowded on the buses and trains. The commuters are polite and say excuse me and pardon me. But, it still is hectic. That is Brooklyn, NY for you, busy and crowded."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s alright except when it gets hot and the young boys decide to start shooting. Once you hear the bullets start flying it over. Otherwise it an ok neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "I am not a parent but I heard that the public schools are above average. As far as,the neighborhood goes one should keep their children close to them."
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute is effective and reliable one can lays depend on public transportation you only have to be on time."
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  • Trulia User
    "Seeing other people walk there dogs or definitely meeting friendly neighbors , & being in a neighborhood that’s feels like a family "
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  • Trulia User
    "is near everything,transportation,shopping area and also lots of restaurants. this area is very useful if your trying to build anything,car, house,construction anything you can think of "
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute to get around isn’t that bad everything is within waking distance or very easy by bus or train"
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  • Trulia User
    "There are many families in the area, great parks and great schools. The only issue I have is the loud music, sometimes it happens alot during the week."
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a two-way zone area which makes it easy for me to catch the bus or the train. There is a supermarket that provides many fruits/vegetables and other products. You can get good deals on hardware products and other household products. There are clothing stores as well that sell fine clothes and shoes. We have a health food store and a store that sells natural juices."
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  • Trulia User
    "Good. Could be a bit challenging on rush hour times. There are traffic cameras so there is hardly any speeding cars. Nice back yard bbqs "
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  • Trulia User
    "I enjoy Seaview park. A community park for everyone. Canarsie pier is also a joy. They have events for the children. you can fish and enjoy the fresh air and mingle with the neighbors. I enjoy the picnic area and playground."
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  • Trulia User
    "Poo is everywhere. Nit all owners clean after their pet’s poo. Great bargain for the money. Kids fell safe "
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a very quite neighborhood all of the neighbors are very friendly as we all speak and communicate with each other and help when needed"
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood has community meetings, gathering and back to school give aways. It’s Mostly quiet with friendly working class families. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I'm not sure of the community events but the neighbourhood is safe and quiet. The people are very friendly."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a park and a lot of good schools. You are close to belt parkway allowing easy access to Queens and Mill Basin. Very easy to get around with a car. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s the last block of the street itself and there’s a huge park at the end of the block. Past that is a major Highway and past that, is a bay with just a strip of land before there’s the Atlantic Ocean. Does not feel crowded here and I wouldn’t mind having a boat to explore the local waters"
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  • Trulia User
    "Love this neighborhood , and I have live here for over 27 year.. the neighborhood has change a lot over the year. However, the people in the neighborhood look out for each other. "
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  • Trulia User
    "People walk their dogs all the time. Based on the area you may not have garbage cans since some parts are residential. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for more than 10 years. Neighborhood is quiet. Easy access to buses and trains. Also safe for outside recreational activities such as jogging and visiting parks."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood all my life. So, that’s 40+ years. Everybody is neighborly and watches each other’s house. We also help one another."
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  • Trulia User
    "Nothing. This place is a food dessert. People will block your driveway and the police will never respond. Garbage man chooses when the feel like picking up your garbage."
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  • Annette
    "People are not dog friendly and other dog owners don’t pick up after their dogs A park is close by that is convenient for a dog owners and walkers."
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  • Dexter G.
    "There are a good amount of playgrounds, quiet blocks, and kids. Very quiet at night and walkable during the day."
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  • Rsmdsobers
    "The area is relatively safe. The parks are safe and everyone is friendly m some parks are better maintained than others."
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  • Raul M.
    "You can take the dogs to Seaview park. there is also at least three veterinary doctors in canarsie. "
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  • Ramone D.
    "Canarsie Park. It’s huge and is great for dogs. We require more signs for owners to pick up after their dogs though "
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Frequently asked questions about 524 E 85th St

  • What is 524 E 85th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 524 E 85th St in Brooklyn, NY is $731,700.
  • What is the price history for 524 E 85th St?
    524 E 85th St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $585,000 in February 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 $767K. That is up $4.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 524 E 85th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 524 E 85th St in Brooklyn, NY has air conditioning.
  • Does 524 E 85th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 524 E 85th St in Brooklyn, NY has in-unit laundry.