527 E 5th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11218
OFF MARKET

$2,292,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 8 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,520 sqft

527 E 5th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11218

Kensington
Est. Refi. Payment $13,045/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 19, 2025 for $2,225,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.29M
Since last month
Increased$39K (+1.7%)
Since last year
Increased$70K (+3.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$71K (+3.2%)
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 +55% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.3M
August 2026$2.29M
July 2026$2.26M
June 2026$2.24M
May 2026$2.23M
March 2026$2.22M
February 2026$2.25M
January 2026$2.26M
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.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
420 Stratford Rd, Brooklyn, NY
0.36
Multi-Family Home
$1,900,000
05/04/26
8
4
2,760
693 E 7th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$2,505,000
11/24/25
6
3
3,500
249 Newkirk Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
0.54
Multi-Family Home
$1,900,000
04/16/26
9
5
4,840
222 Albemarle Rd, Brooklyn, NY
0.43
Multi-Family Home
$1,850,000
02/05/26
6
3
2,336

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
399 Ocean Pkwy #2D, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.09
$347,100
1
1
-
Off Market
399 Ocean Pkwy #6K, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.09
$430,000
1
1
740
Recently Sold
399 Ocean Pkwy #5H, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.09
-
1
1
720
Off Market
399 Ocean Pkwy #4E, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.09
$270,000
Studio
1
-
Recently Sold
399 Ocean Pkwy #5C, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.09
$830,000
3
2
-
Recently Sold
399 Ocean Pkwy #5E, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.09
$249,000
Studio
1
-
For Sale
370 Ocean Pkwy #11F, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
$382,800
1
1
-
Off Market
370 Ocean Pkwy #9-B, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
$1,021,400
3
2
1,445
Off Market
370 Ocean Pkwy #10K, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
$562,300
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

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 527 E 5th Street.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1930
3,520 sqft
$651/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

2 Story Style Home. This Home Features 8 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths & 4 Eat In Kitchens. Centrally Located To All. Don't Miss This Opportunity!
527 E 5th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11218 is a 8 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,520 sqft multi-family in Kensington, built in 1930. It last sold for $2,225,000 on Sep 19, 2025 (53% above the $1,450,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,292,900, with a rent estimate of $3,280/month.
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Todd A. Yovino, (631) 351-6000
Island Advantage Realty LLC, (631) 351-6000
Bought with: Larry Chorne AHWD CBR, (516) 330-0165, Island Advantage Realty LLC, (631) 351-6000
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#L3567571

Home Details for 527 E 5th Street

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 16Types of Rooms: Auxiliary Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 8Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3520 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: SteamNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Steam
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Gas: Separate Gas Meters: 4
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Two

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Other

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Quadruplex, Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: BrickAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Parcel Number: 053740069

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,450,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Aug 29 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Brooklyn
School Information
Jr High / Middle School: Jhs 62 DitmasHigh School: Fort Hamilton High SchoolHigh School District: Brooklyn 20

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3520 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2625 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Lease

Business

Expense
Tenant Pays: Water

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: L3567571Attic: NoneShowing Requirements: Showing Service

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 19, 2025
Source: N/A
Sold
$2,225,000
May 3, 2025
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #857217
Listed For Sale
$2,489,999
Oct 9, 2024
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L3567571
Sold
$1,420,000
Aug 30, 2024
Source: StreetEasy #1722790
Pending
$1,450,000
Jul 23, 2024
Source: StreetEasy #1722790
Listed For Sale
$1,450,000

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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Neighborhood Overview

Kensington
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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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 527 E 5th Street

  • What is 527 E 5th Street estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 527 E 5th Street in Brooklyn, NY is $2,292,900.
  • What is the price history for 527 E 5th Street?
    527 E 5th Street in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $2,225,000 in September 2025.
  • 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 527 E 5th Street have parking?
    Yes, 527 E 5th Street in Brooklyn, NY has on-site parking.

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