659 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
OFF MARKET

$1,059,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,544 sqft

659 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236

Canarsie
Est. Refi. Payment $6,440/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 13, 1999 for $242,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.06M
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$6K (-0.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$801K (+331%)
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 +62% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$1.04M
September 2026$1.06M
August 2026$1.05M
July 2026$1.04M
June 2026$1.05M
May 2026$1.04M
April 2026$1.04M
March 2026$1.05M
February 2026$1.05M
January 2026$1.05M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
655 E 85th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.01
Multi-Family Home
$905,000
01/08/26
4
3
1,864
662 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.04
Multi-Family Home
$10
07/27/26
6
3
2,464
913 E 84th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.22
Multi-Family Home
$585,000
10/20/25
6
4
2,600
707 E 81st Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$881,010
02/05/26
5
4
2,707
732 E 82nd St, Brooklyn, NY
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$1,075,000
06/12/26
6
3.5
2,760
717 E 88th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.17
Multi-Family Home
$110,000
12/17/25
8
6
3,360
9015 Bayview Place, Brooklyn, NY
0.29
Multi-Family Home
$925,000
01/12/26
7
2
2,208
9520 Glenwood Rd, Brooklyn, NY
0.52
Multi-Family Home
$800,000
10/15/25
7
2.5
1,797
1017 E 92ND STREET, Brooklyn, NY
0.35
Multi-Family Home
$925,000
04/28/26
5
3
1,672
683 E 59th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.47
Multi-Family Home
$990,000
02/24/26
6
4.5
2,700

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
655 E 85th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$905,000
4
3
1,864
Recently Sold
655 E 85th St #655, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$915,000
4
3
1,684
Recently Sold
655 E 85th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
-
2
1
861
Off Market
655 E 85th St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
-
3
2
1,452
Off Market
651 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$893,800
3
2
1,984
Off Market
653 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$848,400
4
3
1,888
Off Market
667 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$960,900
Studio
-
2,728
Off Market
649 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$797,300
Studio
-
1,652
Off Market
669 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$828,200
Studio
-
1,880
Off Market
647 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$779,500
2
1
1,888
Off Market
647 E 85th St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
-
2
1
-
Off Market
647 E 85th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
-
2
1
900
Off Market
660 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$808,800
4
3
1,280
Off Market
658 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$931,500
Studio
-
2,760
Off Market
664 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$930,200
Studio
-
2,760
Off Market
671 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$948,300
Studio
-
2,920
Off Market
656 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
-
Studio
1
2,760
Off Market
666 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$974,400
Studio
-
3,360
Off Market
654 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$900,600
4
2
2,000
Off Market
668 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$993,100
Studio
-
2,760
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1960
2,544 sqft
$416/sqft
Garage

About this House

This multi-family home is located at 659 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY. 659 E 85th St is in the Canarsie neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY and in ZIP code 11236. This property has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 2,544 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4500 sqft and was built in 1960.
659 E 85th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,544 sqft multi-family in Canarsie, built in 1960. It last sold for $242,000 on Jan 13, 1999. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,059,300, with a rent estimate of $3,357/month.

Home Details for 659 E 85th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticIn-law unitTypes of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, PantryCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: WallHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Jetted Bath Tub
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Brick, Cement ConcreteGardenPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960Year Updated: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4500 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 13, 1999
Source: N/A
Sold
$242,000

Market trends in New York

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$833K
$14.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$723
$18MoM
Available listings
17509
870MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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Neighborhood Overview

Canarsie
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What Locals Say about Canarsie

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Built from what locals say about Canarsie.
  • 92% say there are sidewalks
  • 59% say there's holiday spirit
  • 53% say neighbors are friendly
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At least 1283 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say car is needed

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say parking is easy

  • 42 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

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    "There are parks and playgrounds As well as schools here; proximity to highway provides convenient access to commuting and shopping "
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  • Kendrabroo
    "The many beautiful trees and close by shops."
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  • Trulia User
    "Back to school giveaway events at Seaview Park, Memorial Day marches, school events in the summer for residents. "
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  • Hopie Campbell
    "To what I experienced these people who I meet are friendly and amazing Transportation is an easy ride no hassle "
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  • Trulia User
    "Good place to live, a lot safer than it was 20 years ago, Canarsie just doesn’t have a variety in terms of food types"
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  • Nicholas John
    "You’ll like the long coty blocks, countless dong parks, architecture while taking walks with your furry best friend"
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  • Rose8mliance
    "It has a park where many people come from everywhere to entertain themselves. Some residents enjoy doing exercises during the sommer time and play games. All these hobbies made them happier and contribute to their health conditions."
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  • Meris322
    "Very friendly community, everything is near by, supermarket, laundry mats. Pharmacy and playground. Buss to the subway "
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  • Mellydu89
    "I live here and I’m so used to my area and I am OK with it 100%. I wish I was able to just buy a house here so bad."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood has many bus routes running thru it and we have access to 3 subway lines. #2. #5 and the L Train. "
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  • Trulia User
    "If you can commute between 3AM to 7AM it isn’t bad. Any other time it’s a disaster. The belt turns into a disaster which turns rockaway into a disaster then effects all the other streets. If you don’t drive good, bus and train take longer and more more risky but still better than driving."
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighbors will look out for one another. The streetlights are very bright. The neighborhood has a fantastic park that has a great play area."
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  • Trulia User
    "Not bad place if it was for the drugs and all that gang nonsense. People seem to be shooting themselves left and right this year."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has great access to public transportation and the commute is rough with a lot of people crowded on the buses and trains. The commuters are polite and say excuse me and pardon me. But, it still is hectic. That is Brooklyn, NY for you, busy and crowded."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s alright except when it gets hot and the young boys decide to start shooting. Once you hear the bullets start flying it over. Otherwise it an ok neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "I am not a parent but I heard that the public schools are above average. As far as,the neighborhood goes one should keep their children close to them."
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute is effective and reliable one can lays depend on public transportation you only have to be on time."
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  • Trulia User
    "Seeing other people walk there dogs or definitely meeting friendly neighbors , & being in a neighborhood that’s feels like a family "
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  • Trulia User
    "is near everything,transportation,shopping area and also lots of restaurants. this area is very useful if your trying to build anything,car, house,construction anything you can think of "
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute to get around isn’t that bad everything is within waking distance or very easy by bus or train"
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  • Trulia User
    "There are many families in the area, great parks and great schools. The only issue I have is the loud music, sometimes it happens alot during the week."
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a two-way zone area which makes it easy for me to catch the bus or the train. There is a supermarket that provides many fruits/vegetables and other products. You can get good deals on hardware products and other household products. There are clothing stores as well that sell fine clothes and shoes. We have a health food store and a store that sells natural juices."
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  • Trulia User
    "Good. Could be a bit challenging on rush hour times. There are traffic cameras so there is hardly any speeding cars. Nice back yard bbqs "
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  • Trulia User
    "I enjoy Seaview park. A community park for everyone. Canarsie pier is also a joy. They have events for the children. you can fish and enjoy the fresh air and mingle with the neighbors. I enjoy the picnic area and playground."
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  • Trulia User
    "Poo is everywhere. Nit all owners clean after their pet’s poo. Great bargain for the money. Kids fell safe "
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a very quite neighborhood all of the neighbors are very friendly as we all speak and communicate with each other and help when needed"
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    "Neighborhood has community meetings, gathering and back to school give aways. It’s Mostly quiet with friendly working class families. "
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    "I'm not sure of the community events but the neighbourhood is safe and quiet. The people are very friendly."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a park and a lot of good schools. You are close to belt parkway allowing easy access to Queens and Mill Basin. Very easy to get around with a car. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s the last block of the street itself and there’s a huge park at the end of the block. Past that is a major Highway and past that, is a bay with just a strip of land before there’s the Atlantic Ocean. Does not feel crowded here and I wouldn’t mind having a boat to explore the local waters"
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  • Trulia User
    "Love this neighborhood , and I have live here for over 27 year.. the neighborhood has change a lot over the year. However, the people in the neighborhood look out for each other. "
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  • Trulia User
    "People walk their dogs all the time. Based on the area you may not have garbage cans since some parts are residential. "
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    "I’ve lived here for more than 10 years. Neighborhood is quiet. Easy access to buses and trains. Also safe for outside recreational activities such as jogging and visiting parks."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood all my life. So, that’s 40+ years. Everybody is neighborly and watches each other’s house. We also help one another."
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  • Trulia User
    "Nothing. This place is a food dessert. People will block your driveway and the police will never respond. Garbage man chooses when the feel like picking up your garbage."
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  • Annette
    "People are not dog friendly and other dog owners don’t pick up after their dogs A park is close by that is convenient for a dog owners and walkers."
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  • Dexter G.
    "There are a good amount of playgrounds, quiet blocks, and kids. Very quiet at night and walkable during the day."
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  • Rsmdsobers
    "The area is relatively safe. The parks are safe and everyone is friendly m some parks are better maintained than others."
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  • Raul M.
    "You can take the dogs to Seaview park. there is also at least three veterinary doctors in canarsie. "
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  • Ramone D.
    "Canarsie Park. It’s huge and is great for dogs. We require more signs for owners to pick up after their dogs though "
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Frequently asked questions about 659 E 85th St

  • What is 659 E 85th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 659 E 85th St in Brooklyn, NY is $1,059,300.
  • What is the price history for 659 E 85th St?
    659 E 85th St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $242,000 in January 1999.
  • 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 $833K. That is up $14.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 659 E 85th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 659 E 85th St in Brooklyn, NY has air conditioning.
  • Does 659 E 85th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 659 E 85th St in Brooklyn, NY has in-unit laundry.

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