596 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
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UNDER CONTRACT

$1,530,000

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,940 sqft

596 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218

Kensington
Est. Mortgage $9,301/mo*
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1910
$520/sqft

Local Information

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

About this House

What's unique:Formal dining roomPractical and comfortable layoutEat-in kitchenGenerous living space
Excellent opportunity to own a legal 3 Unit property currently configured and used as a spacious 2 Unit. The first-floor unit offers a practical and comfortable layout featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a living room, formal dining room, and eat-in kitchen. From here, you have direct access to the basement as well as the backyard. Ideal for entertaining, storage, or future customization. The upper unit spans the second and third floors, providing generous living space. This layout includes a living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, terrace, and a total of 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The separation of bedrooms across two levels provides privacy and flexibility for larger households. Located in highly regarded School District 20, with convenient access to the F and B trains, parks, shopping, and houses of worship.
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Property Website
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listing by: Keller Williams Realty Landmark II, (917) 972-9597
Afshin Termechi
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1813722
Also Listed on OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 596 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2940 Square Feet
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: TerraceExterior: Terrace

Days on Market

Days on Market: 180+

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,530,000Price Per Sqft: $520

Active Status

MLS Status: In Contract

Location

Direction & Address
City: BrooklynCommunity: Kensington

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: S1813722

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2940 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Resale

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: S1813722Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractListing Url

Additional Information

STREETEASY Property ID: 9688496STREETEASY Building ID: 6596894

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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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    "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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    "The small businesses and unique dining options make Flatbush special! Just love the options for shopping and eating."
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    "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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    "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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Market trends in New York

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$818K
$21.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$704
$22MoM
Available listings
16526
1221MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.5M
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$75K (-4.7%)
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 +9% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.5M
August 2026$1.5M
July 2026$1.5M
June 2026$1.51M
May 2026$1.5M
April 2026$1.5M
March 2026$1.55M
February 2026$1.58M
January 2026$1.62M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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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
597 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.03
$2,064,600
4
2.5
2,487
Off Market
693 E 7th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.04
$2,580,400
6
3
3,500
Off Market
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0.04
$2,011,800
9
3
-
Off Market
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0.05
$2,107,900
6
3
3,700
Off Market
565 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.05
$2,256,300
6
3
3,750
Off Market
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0.09
$2,231,400
6
3
3,500
Off Market
716 Ditmas Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.06
$899,000
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For Sale
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0.12
$448,000
1
1
-
For Sale
345 Webster Ave #1O, Brooklyn, NY 11230
0.12
$274,999
1
1
680
For Sale
708 Ditmas Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.06
$2,400,000
Studio
5
-
For Sale
345 Webster Ave #1G, Brooklyn, NY 11230
0.13
$285,000
1
1
750
Recently Sold
345 Webster Ave #4D, Brooklyn, NY 11230
0.13
$429,700
1
1
-
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 1, 2026
Source: StreetEasy #S1813722
Contingent
$1,530,000
May 1, 2026
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #967222
Pending
$1,530,000
Apr 6, 2026
Source: StreetEasy #S1813722
ListingRemoved
$1,530,000
Mar 4, 2026
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #967222
Listed For Sale
$1,530,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Afshin Termechi, Keller Williams Realty Landmark II, (917) 972-9597

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Frequently asked questions about 596 E 8th St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 596 E 8th St?
    Based on a $1,530,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 596 E 8th St in Brooklyn, NY is approximately $9,484 (about $8,491 principal & interest, $918 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 596 E 8th St compare to homes in Brooklyn?
    596 E 8th St in Brooklyn, NY is listed at $1,530,000, about 87% above the $818K median sale price in Brooklyn.
  • What do residents say about the Kensington neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Kensington neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and dog-friendly. See homes for sale in Kensington, Brooklyn.
  • What are the closest schools to 596 E 8th St?
    The closest schools to 596 E 8th St in Brooklyn, NY are Middle 890 (rated 9/10), Midwood High School (rated 6/10), Ps 134 (Elementary, rated 8/10).
596 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,940 sqft multi-family built in 1910. 596 E 8th St is located in Kensington, Brooklyn. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by StreetEasy on Mar 4, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# S1813722.