596 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
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OFF MARKET

596 2nd St
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Park Slope
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 4,492 sqft

$6,266,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $35,520/mo*
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$6,266,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $35,520/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
4,492 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$6.27M
Since last month
Increased$63K (+1%)
Since last year
Increased$341K (+5.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$912K (+17%)
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 +46% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$6.28M
July 2026$6.21M
June 2026$6.25M
May 2026$6.15M
April 2026$6.07M
March 2026$6.1M
February 2026$5.88M
January 2026$5.78M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
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0.10
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$4,530,000
03/13/26
5
2.5
4,552
205 Berkeley Pl, Brooklyn, NY
0.38
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$7,700,000
04/24/26
5
3.5
4,500
428 7th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.36
Multi-Family Home
$4,340,000
09/19/25
5
3
2,400
577 5th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.12
Multi-Family Home
$5,800,000
04/08/26
3
1
4,719
522 11th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.46
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$4,500,000
04/24/26
4
3
2,300
461 11th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.48
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$5,500,000
08/21/25
3
3
2,430
54 Sterling Pl, Brooklyn, NY
0.61
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$4,300,000
04/28/26
5
4
3,400
101 Park Pl, Brooklyn, NY
0.63
Multi-Family Home
$7,150,000
09/10/25
5
4
3,600
323 Garfield Pl, Brooklyn, NY
0.14
Multi-Family Home
$6,100,000
09/09/25
6
3.5
4,866

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
615 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.05
$7,005,800
5
4.5
4,550
Off Market
608 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.06
$5,868,200
6
3
-
Off Market
606 3rd St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.06
$4,190,600
3
2.5
-
Off Market
612 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.06
$7,178,000
4
4.5
4,650
Off Market
600 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.01
$7,768,700
6
4.5
-
Off Market
628 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.09
$8,147,700
6
5
4,161
Off Market
551 4th St #1L, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.07
$2,260,000
3
2
1,170
Recently Sold
605 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.04
$6,144,700
5
2.5
4,568
Off Market
577 4th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.09
$4,957,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
305 8th Ave #D3, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.05
$463,125
1
1
-
Recently Sold
305 8th Ave #A6, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.05
$572,300
1
1
-
Off Market
305 8th Ave #C7, Brooklyn, NY 11215
0.05
$590,000
1
1
-
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1901
Living Area
4,492 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,395

About this House

Experience the finest blend of historic character and modern luxury in this impeccably restored and renovated Park Slope brownstone mansion, just half a block from Prospect Park. The circa 1903-built gem designed by famed Brooklyn architect Benjamin Driesler is currently utilized as a magnificent 5 bedroom 3 full bathroom single-family home, however is a legal 2-family that can remain as is or easily be converted back.

With 4,610 sq ft of beautiful living space over 4 stories plus an additional 900 sq ft finished basement, you'll have plenty of room for all your needs and lots of versatility for living, entertaining, and working remotely. Original details abound in this one-of-a-kind residence that was thoughtfully preserved and meticulously modernized by a professional interior designer, and will take your breath away. Exquisite restored staircases, stunning coffered ceilings, rich custom woodwork and paneling, pier mirrors, pocket doors, tasteful built-ins, charming fireplaces, gorgeous bordered parquet floors, and leaded glass cabinets are among the classic refinements.

Contemporary highlights incorporated in the extensive renovation include a brand new chef's kitchen, elegant bathrooms of imported Italian marble tile with radiant heat floors, new windows, updated electric, an on-demand water system, new LVL joists with cement slab barrier, 5-zone Mitsubishi City multi HVAC system and solar panels on the roof.

Entertain with ease on the gracious garden level featuring an open great room adjoining a high-end eat-in kitchen adorned with Italian cabinetry, white quartz countertops, custom built-ins, an added pantry, plus premium Miele and Gaggenau appliances. Beyond is an open dining room and full bath, as well as doors leading out to the lovely patio garden. The parlor floor is also great for hosting, with large front and rear parlors flanking a library, and a rear den overlooking the yard. Level 3 presents generous sleeping quarters afforded by a front bedroom with bayed windows and fireplace, and the primary suite. Your owner's retreat comes complete with an enormous walk-in closet, and dreamy spa bath with a soaking tub, oversized shower, and glass doors to a private terrace.

The top story has 2 more sizable bedrooms with fireplaces and walk-in closets, and a separate study, all sharing a full hall bath with a washer/dryer. The lower level also houses a washer-dryer for convenience, and serves as a large recreation room with lots of storage.

The stately townhouse sits on a quintessential street in prized Park Slope near the park, Grand Army Plaza farmer's market, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, library, subways, and wealth of shops and restaurants along 7th Avenue.
596 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11215 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 4,492 sqft multi-family in Park Slope, built in 1901. It last sold for $5,365,000 on Jul 15, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $6,266,100, with a rent estimate of $7,675/month.

Home Details for 596 2nd St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 4
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 15
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1901Year Updated: 1901
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Garden

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1821 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 15, 2022
Source: N/A
Sold
$5,365,000
May 28, 2022
Source: StreetEasy
Pending
$4,995,000
May 3, 2022
Source: StreetEasy
Listed For Sale
$4,995,000
Mar 25, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$4,175,000
Nov 28, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$4,395,000
Price decreased by 7%

Market trends in Park Slope

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.72M
$289KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$1.41K
Available listings
110
36MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Park Slope
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What Locals Say about Park Slope

At least 546 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 86 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 85 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 81 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 64 % Say there are community events

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 39 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say there's wildlife

  • 26 % Say parking is easy

  • 17 % Say car is needed

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  • Anhnghiem
    "Park Slope is a great place to raise your kids but it’s definitely expensive and will test your patience. But my kids got a great education, have interesting friends and are very independent. "
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  • Fairygoddess369
    "Parades and lots of block parties different types of events from sports to food from school events to community sports"
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  • Paige Ehlers-Pearl
    "About 35 mins to lower Manhattan via the F train. The G train also provides some access to other parts of Brooklyn "
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  • D.luria
    "Very close to prospect park for off leash hours which we enjoy regularly. It’s also really to find good dogwalkers. "
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  • Paige P
    "Being close the park is such a luxury, particularly during the week when the crowds aren’t large. However, lots of dogs nearby (yay) means lots of bad dog owners (boo)."
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  • Jose Corona
    "Theres always places to go and explore or to try out different cultures as well for food or even stores to shop at "
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  • bdpowell7
    "Fantastic neighborhood. Feels like a community. A lot of families. Great schools. There’s a great food coop. "
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  • Anhnghiem
    "We have lived in Park Slope for over 10 years and we love it. It’s an amazing community and there is so much to do in the neighborhood. "
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  • Gohar Rashid
    "Decent commute it’s good to have B/Q TRAIN CAUSE IF ONE BOT WORKING THE OTHER ONE IS WORKING & b82 bus plays important role too "
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  • Devtysingletary
    "Block parties are alive and well. Great sense of community with a block whatsapp group. Neat little finds on the street. "
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  • William D Duty
    "It’s the R train. So, it’s a long commute sometimes. The bus is pretty nice. It takes an hour at best to get to the upper east side. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of vagrants sleeping on the stoops and some have been violent towards people that live here and children"
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  • Trulia User
    "Brownstone tree lined streets full of families. Halloween. Fall. Good food. Playgrounds. Neighbors. "
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  • Trulia User
    "many other dogs to sniff, plenty of groomers and there’s often free dog cookies in the regular stores"
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  • Trulia User
    "It is like any other neighborhood in Brooklyn it has its shay areas but for the most part it is a beautiful piece of Brooklyn "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great restaurants, friendly people who make a good living but are humble and interesting and well cultured!"
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  • Trulia User
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time. Prospect Park is also a very popular place for dog owners to bring their dogs during off leash hours. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a huge park, a small park, many schools and children and parents. There are dogs, dog walkers, and friendly dog owners. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of families and preschools in the area. Area full of strollers and dogs! Also has green and shaded streets."
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  • Trulia User
    "Very easy commute to the city and downtown Brooklyn. Park slope is a short walk to many different lines. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice family neighborhood with nice places to eat and shop. Many parks around friendly for kids and pets."
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  • Trulia User
    "This is actually not my neighborhood, but I jog around in this neighborhood a lot. I feel pretty safe around here."
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy commute to Manhattan with multiple train lines nearby. Park Slope is a beautiful, quiet residential neighborhood of brownstones and other low profile housing. Great family neighborhood. It doesn’t get better than this in NYC."
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  • Trulia User
    " I don’t know. I don’t have a dog. I have never owned a pet. There are plenty of pets around though. Lots of parks"
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 25 years. I have seen drastic changes for the good since I moved here. There are lots of families and most people seem friendly. "
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  • Hazuki A.
    "Street fairs and farmers markets, barbecues in Prospect Park, music performances on the streets For children and adults. In the summer, they have celebrate Brooklyn! Which invites wonderful artists to perform at the band shell in Prospect Park. Often the zoo and the botanical Garden hosts events."
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  • Metcalfe78
    "Fifth avenue street fairs each year; the Halloween parade on 7th Ave; plant sales at the local community garden; the Cherry Blossom Festival at Brooklyn Botanic Gardens "
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  • Rajalingam J.
    "I have lived here for 20yrs and love it everyday!! Park Slope has beautiful brownstones. Prospect Park is the jewel in the crown!!"
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  • Drewcreid
    "Prospect Park is a huge attraction for dog owners. Off leash in early morning is very fun for the pups. "
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  • Sandra P.
    "The neighborhood offers excellent public transportation access (be it subway, bus, bike share, or Long Island Railroad) and easy access to major thoroughfares."
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  • Chris L.
    "There can be a bit of garbage you have to watch out for. Our dog likes to look for street food which isn't good. "
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  • Nicholas H.
    "It’s a nice, pretty, relatively quiet neighborhood with good public schools and lots of green space."
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  • Wbarbot
    "Tree lined streets, good restaurants Prospect Park within walking distance and one of the best school school districts in NYC . District 15"
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  • Kristina.galassi
    "It’s very family friendly, so close to the park, lots of great places to eat and small businesses to shop at. Other than the enormous price tag, it’s a fantastic neighborhood!"
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  • Dianamccorry
    "There’s a pretty fun Halloween decorating contest every year, but the best events are the free concerts at the Prospect Park Bandshell!"
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  • Ashleynfoley
    "Just the community itself not so much the events.. it really is a place where people live, go to events in the City and be with you’re family here :) "
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  • Lisa P. K.
    "Park Slope is a great neighborhood to raise a family. It is a wonderful community with great schools and resources for kids."
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  • Erin S.
    "Very short. Trains are ok. Depends on exactly where you are. About 45 min to Midtown. Close to f trains where I am"
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  • Kyle K.
    "Block parties, great schools, street fairs, outside dining, and stoop drinks. Great neighborhood for dogs too."
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  • Adela C.
    "Great area, close to restaurants, transportation, and Prospect Park. Great for walking and families! "
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Frequently asked questions about 596 2nd St

  • What is 596 2nd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 596 2nd St in Brooklyn, NY is $6,266,100.
  • What is the price history for 596 2nd St?
    596 2nd St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $5,365,000 in July 2022.
  • 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 $1.72M. That is up $289K from the prior month.
  • Does 596 2nd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 596 2nd St in Brooklyn, NY has air conditioning.
  • Does 596 2nd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 596 2nd St in Brooklyn, NY has in-unit laundry.

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