- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
540 4th Ave #2, Brooklyn, NY 11215
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*RARE FIND: Modern 2-Bed Full Floor Apartment with Home Office!*
This modern full second-floor apartment offers loft-style living with soaring ceilings up to 9 feet, exposed brick walls, and characterful hardwood floors that bring warmth throughout. Just one flight up, the thoughtful layout features two exposures and a dedicated home office off the front bedroom perfect for remote work or creative pursuits.
Storage won't be an issue with three large closets providing ample space for all your belongings. The windowed chef's kitchen boasts full-size appliances including a gas range and dishwasher for ultimate convenience.
Located in an intimate 4-unit building, you're just 2 minutes from the Prospect Ave subway (R) and 5 minutes to the F/G/R trains at 9th Street. Experience the best of Park Slope/Gowanus living with easy access to trendy restaurants, bars, and cafes.
Schedule your private tour today!
Tenant paid fees to apply:
$20 per person credit check
Tenant paid fees due at lease signing:
1st month's rent,
one month security deposit,
one-time $500 pet fee (if tenant has pet)
This modern full second-floor apartment offers loft-style living with soaring ceilings up to 9 feet, exposed brick walls, and characterful hardwood floors that bring warmth throughout. Just one flight up, the thoughtful layout features two exposures and a dedicated home office off the front bedroom perfect for remote work or creative pursuits.
Storage won't be an issue with three large closets providing ample space for all your belongings. The windowed chef's kitchen boasts full-size appliances including a gas range and dishwasher for ultimate convenience.
Located in an intimate 4-unit building, you're just 2 minutes from the Prospect Ave subway (R) and 5 minutes to the F/G/R trains at 9th Street. Experience the best of Park Slope/Gowanus living with easy access to trendy restaurants, bars, and cafes.
Schedule your private tour today!
Tenant paid fees to apply:
$20 per person credit check
Tenant paid fees due at lease signing:
1st month's rent,
one month security deposit,
one-time $500 pet fee (if tenant has pet)
540 4th Ave #2, Brooklyn, NY 11215 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Gowanus. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2025 with an asking price of $4,295 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 26, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,605/month.
Home Details for 540 4th Ave #2
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now |
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Appliances & Utilities Dishwasher |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
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Smoke Free |
Comparable Sales for 540 4th Ave #2
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.19 | Apartment | $550,000 | 04/13/26 | 2 | 1 | 678 sqft | |
0.28 | Apartment | $1,050,000 | 12/03/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,120 sqft | |
0.37 | Apartment | $910,000 | 02/27/26 | 2 | 1 | 2,700 sqft | |
0.22 | Apartment | $786,000 | 09/01/26 | 1 | 1 | 631 sqft | |
0.14 | Apartment | $1,385,000 | 02/03/26 | 2 | 2.5 | 1,600 sqft | |
0.46 | Apartment | $280,000 | 07/10/26 | 2 | 1 | 800 sqft | |
0.12 | Apartment | $1,535,000 | 06/12/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,276 sqft | |
0.37 | Apartment | $1,600,000 | 05/11/26 | 1 | 1 | 950 sqft | |
0.39 | Apartment | $725,000 | 06/05/26 | 1 | 1 | 695 sqft | |
0.47 | Apartment | $1,265,000 | 11/14/25 | 1 | 1 | 1,056 sqft |
Home facts updated by county records
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Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$3,605/mo
Average rent
$4.88K
$350MoM
Available listings
192
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What Locals Say about Gowanus
At least 195 Trulia users voted on each feature.
96 % Say there are sidewalks
95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
94 % Say it's dog friendly
91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
85 % Say people would walk alone at night
79 % Say streets are well-lit
72 % Say kids play outside
60 % Say neighbors are friendly
58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
57 % Say there's holiday spirit
55 % Say there are community events
42 % Say yards are well-kept
41 % Say it's quiet
29 % Say parking is easy
28 % Say there's wildlife
26 % Say car is needed
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jan 26, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $4,000 |
Jan 15, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $4,000 Price decreased by 7% |
Dec 12, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $4,295 |
Dec 27, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | ListingRemoved | |
Dec 10, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | Listed For Rent | $3,000 |
Feb 22, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,500 |
Feb 21, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $2,500 Price decreased by 11% |
Dec 7, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $2,800 |
Jun 24, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,700 |
Feb 13, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $1,800 |
Jan 19, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $1,800 |
Mar 10, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $2,200 |
Feb 28, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $2,200 |
Frequently asked questions about 540 4th Ave #2
- 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 $794K. That is up $26.67K from the prior month.
- What do residents say about the Gowanus neighborhood?Residents describe the Gowanus neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Gowanus, Brooklyn.
- What are the closest schools to 540 4th Ave #2?The closest schools to 540 4th Ave #2 in Brooklyn, NY are John Jay School for Law (High, rated 5/10), New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts (Middle, rated 10/10), Ps 124 Silas B Dutcher (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 5/10).
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