681 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
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OFF MARKET

$1,852,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 9 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,676 sqft

681 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218

Kensington
Est. Refi. Payment $10,949/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 6, 2021 for $1,540,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.85M
Since last month
Increased$10K (+0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$51K (+2.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$310K (+20.1%)
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 +57% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$1.85M
September 2026$1.84M
August 2026$1.86M
July 2026$1.85M
June 2026$1.88M
May 2026$1.84M
April 2026$1.83M
March 2026$1.87M
February 2026$1.81M
January 2026$1.84M
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.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
685 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.01
Multi-Family Home
$2,664,090
03/04/26
9
3.5
2,101
420 Stratford Rd, Brooklyn, NY
0.36
Multi-Family Home
$1,900,000
05/04/26
8
4
2,760
634 E 3rd Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.16
Multi-Family Home
$1,725,000
09/08/26
7
3
1,976
510 Avenue C, Brooklyn, NY
0.35
Multi-Family Home
$1,450,000
09/16/26
6
3
2,800
249 Newkirk Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
0.27
Multi-Family Home
$1,900,000
04/16/26
9
5
4,840
596 E 8th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.17
Multi-Family Home
$1,210,000
10/20/26
5
3
2,940
4037 18th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.25
Multi-Family Home
$1,999,999
04/24/26
6
5
2,120
693 E 7th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.16
Multi-Family Home
$2,505,000
11/24/25
6
3
3,500
1530 40th St #4, Brooklyn, NY
0.44
Multi-Family Home
$2,700,000
12/09/25
8
4
3,844
1409 36 Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.57
Multi-Family Home
$1,700,000
10/15/26
7
3
2,504

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
685 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.01
$2,664,090
9
3.5
2,101
Recently Sold
679 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.01
$1,649,200
1
1
2,711
Off Market
687 E 5th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.01
-
4
2
-
Off Market
687 E 5th St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.01
-
1
1
-
Off Market
687 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.01
$1,729,600
Studio
-
2,147
Off Market
691 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$1,676,200
Studio
-
2,516
Off Market
669 E 5th St #8, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
669 E 5th St #30, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$1,108,200
2
1
-
Off Market
669 E 5th St #A31A, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$1,108,200
2
1
-
Off Market
669 E 5th St #31, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$1,108,200
2
1
-
Off Market
669 E 5th St #6, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$888,800
1
1
-
Off Market
669 E 5th St #9, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$1,108,200
2
1
-
Off Market
669 E 5th St #27, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$888,800
1
1
-
Off Market
669 E 5th St #0, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
669 E 5th St #28, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
-
2
1
1,000
Off Market
669 E 5th St #14, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
$890,300
2
1
850
Off Market
669 E 5th St #24, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
-
2
1
600
Off Market
669 E 5th St #5, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
-
1
1
-
Off Market
669 E 5th St #29, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
669 E 5th St #23, Brooklyn, NY 11218
0.02
-
2
1
600
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1935
2,676 sqft
$692/sqft

About this House

This Detached 2 Family Victorian Home is located in the Prime Kensington area of Brooklyn! The 1st floor features 3 Bedrooms, Formal Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, and a Full Bathroom with Backyard access from one of the bedrooms. The 2nd floor features 3 Bedrooms, Formal Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen and a Full Bathroom. The 3rd floor Attic features 3 Bedrooms, Formal Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, and a Full Bathroom. This home has a Full, Finished Basement as well with a Family Room, Bonus Room, Wet Bar and Separate Entrance from the side! Property also has a Shared Driveway with a Detached Double Garage in the Back Yard good for 2 cars! Separate Electric lines for each unit. Close to public transportation with the B8, B67, B68, B69 Buses, and the F train nearby. School District 20, with Public School 62, PS 245 Elementary School, Brooklyn Dreams Charter School, Bais Esther School, Bridges to Brooklyn School, West Brooklyn Community High School, PS 220 JHS, PS 130 The Parkside School and Brooklyn Prospect Charter School nearby. Within close proximity to Ocean Pkwy, 18th Ave and Coney Island Ave with tons of shopping and dining options! A Must See! Present all offers!
681 E 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218 is a 9 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,676 sqft multi-family in Kensington, built in 1935. It last sold for $1,540,000 on Dec 6, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2014 with an asking price of $1,795 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 30, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,852,700, with a rent estimate of $3,290/month.

Home Details for 681 E 5th St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherDeckExterior: Wood Products
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1935Year Updated: 1935
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi Family

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3000 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 6, 2024
Source: BNYMLS #450276
ListingRemoved
$1,540,000
Dec 6, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,540,000
Aug 23, 2021
Source: BNYMLS #450276
Pending
$1,628,000
Jul 1, 2021
Source: BNYMLS #450276
PriceChange
$1,628,000
Price decreased by 7%
May 10, 2021
Source: BNYMLS #450276
PriceChange
$1,750,000
Price decreased by 8%

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

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What Locals Say about Kensington

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  • 89% say there are sidewalks
  • 56% say there's holiday spirit
  • 53% say neighbors are friendly
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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "The small businesses and unique dining options make Flatbush special! Just love the options for shopping and eating."
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 681 E 5th St

  • What is 681 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 681 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY is $1,852,700.
  • What is the price history for 681 E 5th St?
    681 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $1,540,000 in December 2021.
  • 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 681 E 5th St have parking?
    Yes, 681 E 5th St in Brooklyn, NY has on-site parking.

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