638 E 23rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11210
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OFF MARKET

638 E 23rd St
Brooklyn, NY 11210

Ditmas Park
  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,600 sqft

$2,188,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,521/mo*
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$2,188,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,521/mo*
Refinance Your Home
6 Beds
4 Baths
3,600 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.19M
Since last month
Decreased$31K (-1.4%)
Since last year
Increased$35K (+1.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$339K (+18.3%)
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 +61% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.19M
July 2026$2.22M
June 2026$2.28M
May 2026$2.28M
April 2026$2.22M
March 2026$2.28M
February 2026$2.16M
January 2026$2.16M
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.
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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
792 E 21st St, Brooklyn, NY
0.10
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$1,950,000
06/01/26
7
3.5
4,054
642 E 26th St #PVT, Brooklyn, NY
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
06/08/26
7
4
3,154
642 E 26th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
06/23/26
7
3.5
3,154
615 E 19th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
08/25/25
5
3.5
3,965
697 E 21st Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.17
Single-Family Home
$2,375,000
10/02/25
3
3.5
3,463
51 Dekoven Ct, Brooklyn, NY
0.35
Single-Family Home
$2,375,000
03/17/26
5
3.5
3,500
1917 Ditmas Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.39
Single-Family Home
$2,250,000
04/13/26
6
3.5
4,500
561 E 17th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.35
Single-Family Home
$2,047,000
04/13/26
7
2.5
4,094
695 E 21st St #1, Brooklyn, NY
0.17
Single-Family Home
$2,375,000
09/16/25
9
6
4,523
2773 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.13
Single-Family Home
$999,500
01/26/26
3
3
2,436

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
644 E 24th St, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.05
$1,599,000
8
2.5
3,058
For Sale
534 E 24th St, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.11
$3,125,000
6
4.5
5,049
For Sale
2786 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.10
$996,600
4
1.5
1,944
Off Market
2786 Bedford Ave #1, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.10
$996,100
4
1.5
1,944
Off Market
757 E 22nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.06
$1,236,000
5
2
-
Off Market
680 E 23rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.07
$1,547,100
7
2
-
Off Market
761 E 22nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.07
$1,712,600
6
2.5
2,500
Off Market
2773 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.13
$999,500
3
3
2,436
Recently Sold
687 E 24th St, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.11
$1,354,300
3
2
1,622
Off Market
2315 Glenwood Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.10
$2,313,100
5
4
3,200
Off Market
771 E 21st St, Brooklyn, NY 11210
0.09
$2,433,300
7
3.5
3,563
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 638 E 23rd St.
  • Schools2 Preschool Schools2 Elementary Schools4 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Living Area
3,600 sqft
Price/Sqft
$608
Parking
Garage

About this House

A Warm Welcome to 638 East 23rd Street,

A move-in ready home with incredible upside in value. This 3,600 square foot Victorian sits in the serene and treelined section of Ditmas Park/ Victorian Flatbush. From its exterior to finished basement, 638 East 23rd Street features several upgrades and a timeless 19th-century design and layout, featuring rich hardwood floors, new roof with energy efficient and eco-friendly solar paneling, double-paned windows, recessed lighting, updated electric, kitchens and bathrooms throughout.

New porch and terrace provide peaceful, private havens for spring and summer evenings. A long driveway, suitable for up to 4 cars, leads back to a finished garage and lush garden with a central seating area enclosed in evergreens.

Inside, the home’s parlor floor opens with an airy foyer, bright exposures, and large living room with sunny bay windows. In the rear of the parlor floor is a modern, updated kitchen with new stainless steel appliances: LG smart fridge, new stove and Frigidaire dishwasher. Adjacent to the kitchen are a sunny breakfast room and gorgeous formal dining room, with rich cherrywood floors and garden views through bright western-facing exposures.

Whilst the parlor floor provides welcoming and generous living areas for hosting or unwinding, 638 East 23rd Street also features an ample 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom layout with home office. The second floor features two king-sized bedrooms, including a grand master suite with brilliant bay windows, pristine en-suite bathroom and spacious walk-in closet, as well as a second spacious bathroom with his and her sinks; and home office/ library leading out to a tranquil terrace with tree-lined views.

638 East 23rd Street’s finished basement comes complete with a kitchen and full bathroom.

All of this in close proximity to the B, Q, 2 & 5 trains to Manhattan, community playground on Bedford and Glenwood, Midwood Montessori, PS 315 , PS 889, PS 193, Midwood High School, Brooklyn College and the vibrant shopping, restaurants and venues of Cortelyou Road and Newkirk Plaza!
638 E 23rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11210 is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,600 sqft single-family home in Ditmas Park, built in 1925. It last sold for the $1,850,000 asking price on Aug 16, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2018 with an asking price of $849 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 12, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,188,000, with a rent estimate of $6,997/month.
Contact this Building
Property Website
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Gregory Watts
Gregory S Watts, LREB
Jonathon Beckles
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1652915

Home Details for 638 E 23rd St

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3600 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer/DryerDishwasherLaundry: Inside
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Garden

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: OtherExterior: Balcony, GardenGarden
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,850,000

Location

Direction & Address
City: BrooklynCommunity: Ditmas Park

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3600 Square Feet

HOA

Has an HOA

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Resale

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: S1652915Listing Url

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: LaundrySTREETEASY Property ID: 8574962STREETEASY Building ID: 187675

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 16, 2023
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,850,000
Apr 13, 2023
Source: StreetEasy
Pending
$1,850,000
Mar 22, 2023
Source: StreetEasy
Listed For Sale
$1,795,000
Dec 20, 2022
Source: StreetEasy
ListingRemoved
Oct 24, 2022
Source: StreetEasy
PriceChange
$1,899,000
Price decreased by 2%

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

Around this home

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Neighborhood Overview

Ditmas Park
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What Locals Say about Ditmas Park

At least 460 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 38 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say car is needed

  • 31 % Say parking is easy

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  • Jose Camacho
    "Very convenient. Both subway lines and bus lines including express bus lines are easily accessible. "
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  • Anurag103
    "Diversity and lots of community activity makes this neighborhood unique and happy place ..the place where I live is quite and v friendly "
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  • Joel Myrie
    "I live in this neighborhood for like two decades really transportation always near by most store are 24/7"
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  • Trulia User
    "That this neighborhood is a community but there are some bloomers whom over do it sometimes. Overall the place is community."
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  • Trulia User
    "They would love our Pet friendly neighborhood , clean streets n friendly environment that’s accessible to transportation "
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  • Trulia User
    "Caribbean events and more, Some parades, specially in summer time it’s a great neighborhood to hang out. I can’t complain about it. I still remember when I used to live there. such a great time "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are Frequent Yard Sales around the many blocks. There is a walkable mall down one of the side streets."
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  • Trulia User
    "Short and efficient , live near train station and it’s an excellent express train . Always a pleasurable ride."
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  • Trulia User
    "Love love love it over here. The big treees, sweet neighbors, and cute shops! I consider this Brooklyn’s best hidden gem. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood since May 2013 and the people here are nice but the only thing you need to watch out for is the rats and dog poop everywhere. Some owners do pick them up some owners don’t but overall it’s a nice neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "Can be weird at night in some areas but the green lawns and tree lined streets are peaceful for family walks "
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  • Trulia User
    "Live In A Great Community. Good Food. Great Shopping Area.............................................."
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice community with a mix of home owners and apartment renters. very secure neighborhood and easy commute to the City with B and Q train lines. Lots of grocery stores and restaurants in the area. Also good for dog walking."
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  • Trulia User
    "great neighborhood with perfect balance of race/ethnicities. it's offers a great suburban feeling while still maintaining a vibrant city life and culture. Great proximity to public transportation, libraries and the Prospect Park. For food lovers more and more restaurants are opening up with a 1 mile radius of the neighborhood. I love it here. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is all I know. The community is a diverse and friendly. You can find everything and anything from transportation to good schools/parks to many different places to eat. You can’t go wrong "
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  • Trulia User
    "schools near by. quiet neighborhood tree lined streets beautiful during the seasons change prospect park near brooklyn botanical gardens "
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  • Trulia User
    "love my neighborhood ! very convenient and lots of trees and near the trains and buses. the home are very expensive "
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  • Trulia User
    "They would love it actually. Just be sure to pick up after your dog. It’s the norm in the neighborhood but you may still see some accidents here and there. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood is friendly. We love it there. Great place to raise kids. Good schools for them to attend. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here my entire life. It is sad that some day I will have to move becuase this community is amazing. One of the best areas in Brooklyn. Unique and close to everything!"
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  • Trulia User
    "I mostly drive myself, but prior I will take public transportation and there are a lot of options to get around"
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  • Trulia User
    "This area is great for cheap rent but that is where the pros end. Not a lot of options for grocery stores or restaurants. Area is not the safest or the cleanest. School district among the lowest of the city. Would not recommend for a family. Maybe for a single person or a couple who wants to save money on rent for a few years before moving to someplace better."
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  • Trulia User
    "There are lots of places for dogs to poop. Great trees. Sidewalks. Dogs can literally poop anywhere."
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  • Trulia User
    "Most schools except for Intermediate are within walking distance up to Brooklyn College. Very walkable neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "The families in the neighborhood are friendly, and they create programs for everyone to feel welcome. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s an apartment neighborhood mostly, the nearest park isn’t what I’d consider conveniently close from our particular block"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a city neighbourhood, but there are so many beautiful houses on tree lined streets nearby and it’s walking distance to Prospect Park, which has so many beautiful features"
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  • Trulia User
    "Although public transportation is very accessible I chose to drive most of times. I ride the train or bus only if I’m going to the city or downtown Brooklyn or when it is safer to use public transportation instead of driving."
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  • Trulia User
    "You all should create a checklist of these events to answer this question with a checkbox for “other” add other items you haven’t thought of yet. "
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  • Lane.tobias
    "Enclave for all, welcoming. Many different holiday celebrations. People tend to be really great around the holidays - much more welcoming and proactive with neighbors than everyday."
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  • Kiana H.
    "They will like that there’s many parks in the areas and a lot of open space . It’s a very dog friendly neighborhood overall "
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  • Gurungiman
    "they like too much , i saw a lot of dogs owner hanging my area . i love dogs and my daughter likes dog. sometimes i saw the dog owners , they don't clean dog's poo , it makes me feel very bad but i don't like to say anything to dog's owner if i say anything , it's become trouble so i just want to keep quiet "
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  • Marly S.
    "Commuting from my area of Flatbush is relatively easy. The Q train, B41, B103, BM1,2,3,4 are nearby. "
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  • Silvia
    "It’s a really diverse mix of cultures and people. It’s lively but also quiet and residential. I would recommend."
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  • Rashid.toure
    "Halloween parade by Abermale road and Cortelyou road summer movie night. Farmers market every Sunday all year long at Cortelyou road. "
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  • Ute3962
    "Community friendly and great for kids to grow up. Some very good schools. Close to all sorts of transportation. I love in Ditmaspark though. So part of the whole Flatbush area. Lots of pets too. Cars are a problem. Not a lot of parking. "
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  • Marie.c.armand
    "They would like that there’s a lot of space to walk their dogs and near by stores for pet foods. They would probably not like the fact that some buildings are not pet friendly. "
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  • Susan.heyward
    "The neighborhood is very dog friendly, you see people walking their dogs all the time. Prospect Park is dog heaven!"
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  • Faiz R.
    "It’s culturally full, you will find all kind of people and good restaurants, Shops some good bars and mainly close to prospect park."
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  • Clayton W.
    "Best neighborhood to live in . I’m living here over ten years ✅ check out Bullish Entertainment LLC "
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Frequently asked questions about 638 E 23rd St

  • What is 638 E 23rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 638 E 23rd St in Brooklyn, NY is $2,188,000.
  • What is the price history for 638 E 23rd St?
    638 E 23rd St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $1,850,000 in August 2023.
  • 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 638 E 23rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 638 E 23rd St in Brooklyn, NY has laundry facilities.
  • Does 638 E 23rd St have a garage?
    Yes, 638 E 23rd St in Brooklyn, NY has a garage.

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