640 79th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11209
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath

640 79th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Bay Ridge

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Beautifully maintained 2-bedroom apartment that blends classic charm and original details with modern comfort. This sun-filled unit features stunning original parquet flooring, high ceilings, elegant crown moldings, and large windows throughout that flood the home with natural light. The layout includes a large living room, formal dining area, and a flexible bonus space perfect for a home office or reading nook. The updated windowed kitchen is equipped with full-sized appliances, ample cabinetry, and a pass-through window ideal for entertaining. Each bedroom is generously sized with deep closets. A standout feature is the private balcony, perfect for morning coffee, evening gatherings, or simply enjoying fresh air in your own space.

Heat and hot water included. Tenant responsible for cooking gas and electricity. Located on a quiet, tree-lined block in the heart of Bay Ridge, just minutes from shops, dining, transportation, and parks.

Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis.
640 79th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11209 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Bay Ridge. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2025 with an asking price of $3,150 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 1, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,945/month.

Home Details for 640 79th St #2

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For Details

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Comparable Sales for 640 79th St #2

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
369 82nd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.39
Apartment
$1,630,000
01/20/26
2
1
950 sqft
423 72nd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.60
Apartment
$1,450,000
05/26/26
2
1
2,760 sqft
316 74th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.62
Apartment
$995,000
02/06/26
2
1
3,072 sqft
7404 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.43
Apartment
$1,850,000
08/20/26
1
1
5,000 sqft
76 Battery Ave #2B, Brooklyn, NY
0.50
-
-
-
1
1
1,039 sqft
1113 Ovington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.72
Apartment
$1,660,000
11/14/25
2
1
2,464 sqft
1165 Ovington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.78
Apartment
$2,279,500
03/25/26
2
1
3,240 sqft
1178 71st St, Brooklyn, NY
0.68
Apartment
$1,750,000
11/20/25
1
1
3,480 sqft
7807 Ridge Blvd, Brooklyn, NY
0.66
Apartment
$1,950,000
06/12/26
3
2
2,100 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Bay Ridge

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,945/mo
Average rent
$2.8K
$200MoM
Available listings
52
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Neighborhood Overview

Bay Ridge
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What Locals Say about Bay Ridge

At least 1010 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say there are community events

  • 36 % Say car is needed

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

  • 21 % Say parking is easy

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kathleenfink
    "Nice neighborhood, park, retail shops and restaurants and safe. Good travel options ferry, bus, subway"
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  • Carmen Gonzalez
    "I feel safe this is a good community with great people. The neighborhood is very friendly and the area is very clean and nice. "
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  • Rositsa.tatsi
    "The various food and restaurants people come her from all over just to eat delicious food plus the neighborhood is still safe "
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  • Litoling
    "I’m familiar with the Naibor hood and it’s very people friendly . I used to live in this neighborhood and I loved it easy access to public transportation and grocery stores and restaurants."
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  • Z.ramaz
    "The best neighborhood in the world! We love living here. There are parks with amazing views, and very yummy restaurants."
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  • Emamocani
    "It is a good Neighbourhood And it’s safe for family too. they have many supermarkets and restaurant near the home."
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  • Shaimaa Aboelazm
    "Good area and everything around me and neighborhood is nice and I used to live here and the street is clean "
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  • Shaimaa Aboelazm
    "Like to clean the street after walking and don’t throw anything in the street , keep everything clean "
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  • Z.ramaz
    "I lived here for 10 years and I love you. I love this Neighbourhood. This is one of the best neighborhoods in New York City, actually in the world."
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  • Gustavo Benito
    " Bay Ridge is a beautiful neighborhood to rise a family. There are beautiful parks restaurants clean and safe street and transportation ear by . "
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  • Veronica.a.sanjines
    "Bay Ridge has great public schools and lots of young families - it’s a great place to raise a family"
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  • Kayla King
    "We have an amazing block party each year. We also host and attended a lot of holiday events throughout the year hosted by neighbors. Greatest neighborhood I’ve ever lived in!"
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  • Muntasur ali
    "Night life is great, close to good restaurants, diverse, close shopping district, trains and buses are near, and people are great "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here about a year. The neighborhood feels safe, close to the water and variety of restaurants in the area."
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  • Trulia User
    "Traumatic long slow unreliable convoluted exhausting frustrating and there’s also a bad parking situation. "
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  • Trulia User
    "No. Hard to walk them. Rules and fines for failure to scoop and bag poop. Not enough yard space and dogs have to worry about getting hurt by other animals. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I like this neighborhood it has everything near by and its very neighborly also its very calm and safe"
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  • Trulia User
    "Ok area. Close to public transportation. There are many areas that are mainly Latinos. There are nice parks and areas where you can access the ocean."
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  • Trulia User
    "Very safe. Very diverse. Lots of Arabs and Italian. Many nice restaurant. Nice ocean walk. Nice parks. Very kids friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighbor hood has the 68 police station, there’s a bi beautiful park down the block. There’s kids everywhere. People walking there dogs."
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  • Trulia User
    "It is clean and the other dog lovers are pretty awesome to be around. I think that there are a lot of parks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Bay Ridge is a extremely safe and wonderful place to live. It has a great blend of ethnicities and amazing restaurants."
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  • Trulia User
    "A lot of Park areas. Near water. some dogs owners are not cleaning after their dogs Save area can walk 24/7 with the Dogs outside "
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  • Trulia User
    "R train and buses. Not bad, could be faster since these are the only options. Express bus is a good option but a bit too expensive"
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  • Trulia User
    "Very safe, schools are good. Great restaurants. They also have great 24 hour deli if your hungry in the middle of the night."
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  • Trulia User
    "I just love the diversity of this neighborhood and community. Lots of variety of cultures and foods and places of worship. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of green places to walk, dog parks and other dog owners. Sometimes people can be better about cleaning up after their pets. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Friendly and very nice with good metro and parks good food and safe very awesome place to bike and walk"
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  • Trulia User
    "You can literally walk in any direction and find food, bars, and shopping. Quiet tree lined streets for families just starting."
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  • Trulia User
    "festivals and parades family friendly. lots of restaurants and pubs. self contained neighborhood. accessibility to nyc and other boroughs "
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  • Trulia User
    "there's a few dog runs and nice parks to take a stroll. people are friendly and courteous. there's a beautiful walk along the water where you can take your dog also on in the neighborhood. in general there are a lot of good people. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The local business district association sponsors 3rd & 5th Avenue Strolls, like block parties along the Avenue a few times a year.. Live music, foods, attractions/rides for kids."
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  • Trulia User
    "There are street festivals & walks on 3rd & 5th Avenues a few times each year, really brings out the neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great and easily accessible community that is close to literally everything in NYC. If this area wasn’t as expensive it would be much easier to make my choice about where to buy a. House "
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  • Trulia User
    "I live open streets, and there are a lot of good restaurants here. They also decorate the streets when there are festivals."
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  • Trulia User
    "There's a large dog park right by Dyker Beach golf course that's always busy with furry friends for your dog. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a methadone clinic & smack score house around 4ave/53rd street. Keep your kids away. The patrons wander the area, hand out in the subway station. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Safe neighborhood and lots of young families. Avenue has everything you need and great restaurants. No car needed! Parking is a challenge though."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's nice here, the parks are so nice for kids to play, clean, the Parks on shore road are nice, very nice."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a very dog friendly area, people just need to be respectful and clean up after the animals they've agreed to take care of."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 1, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,150
May 17, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,150
May 1, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,950
May 1, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,950
Price decreased by 2%
Apr 16, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,000

Frequently asked questions about 640 79th St #2

  • 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 $586K.
  • What do residents say about the Bay Ridge neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Bay Ridge neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and walkable to grocery stores. See recently sold homes in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn.
  • What are the closest schools to 640 79th St #2?
    The closest schools to 640 79th St #2 in Brooklyn, NY are Fort Hamilton High School (rated 4/10), I.S. 259 William McKinley (Middle, rated 9/10), Ralph A Fabrizio School (Elementary, rated 9/10).

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