85 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
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OFF MARKET

$1,801,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 2,700 sqft

85 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205

Clinton Hill
Est. Refi. Payment $10,447/mo*
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.8M
Since last month
Decreased$143K (-7.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$22K (-1.2%)
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 decreased by -23% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.82M
August 2026$1.8M
July 2026$1.96M
June 2026$2.03M
May 2026$1.95M
April 2026$1.82M
March 2026$1.8M
February 2026$1.8M
January 2026$1.7M
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
831 Willoughby Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,975,000
09/26/25
3
1
3,600
75 Adelphi Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,505,000
03/05/26
6
2.5
2,340
162 Hoyt St, Brooklyn, NY
1.19
Single-Family Home
$4,175,000
01/13/26
1
1
3,100
583 Greene Ave, Brooklyn, NY
1.32
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
02/10/26
1
1
2,520
364 Myrtle Ave #3, Brooklyn, NY
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
08/18/26
3
2
1,688
446 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY
1.08
Single-Family Home
$50,000
09/22/25
3
1
3,602
441 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.16
Single-Family Home
$3,450,000
12/29/25
-
3,300
381 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.13
Single-Family Home
$2,650,000
12/09/25
-
4,151
78 Hoyt St, Brooklyn, NY
1.01
Single-Family Home
$2,000
03/04/26
2
1
1,000
27 Clermont Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.15
Single-Family Home
$2,757,500
07/15/26
4
3
3,060

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
111 Vanderbilt Ave #A, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.04
$1,248,600
2
1.5
1,044
Off Market
113 Vanderbilt Ave #B, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.04
$999,000
2
1.5
1,053
For Sale
95 Vanderbilt Ave #103B, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.04
$1,257,000
2
1.5
1,044
Off Market
76 Clinton Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.02
$2,318,600
Studio
3
2,410
Off Market
110 Clinton Ave #2A, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.06
$576,200
Studio
1
-
Off Market
110 Clinton Ave #1C, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.06
$1,350,000
2
1
-
Recently Sold
110 Clinton Ave #1A, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.06
-
2
1.5
850
Off Market
118 Clinton Ave #4A, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.07
$1,338,900
2
2
-
Off Market
126 Vanderbilt Ave #1, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.09
$2,295,000
5
3
1,980
For Sale
123 Clinton Ave #4B, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.09
$1,443,600
1
2
1,178
Off Market
140 Clinton Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.11
$5,500,000
6
5
5,000
For Sale
135 Clinton Ave #1, Brooklyn, NY 11205
0.11
-
2
1.5
1,250
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1910
2,700 sqft
$667/sqft

About this House

Sleek 1BR in Fort Greene Brownstone!Beautiful, classic 1BR apartment in Fort Greene! Large front bedroom with glass paneled French doors leads to large living/dining room with updated kitchen including a dishwasher. The apartment features both front and rear exposure to the East and West offering great natural lighting that spills throughout and a large private garden. The spacious bathroom even has a small window. On top of all that, there is laundry in the basement for your convenience. (1 Dog only please) Don't hesitate - this apartment won't be around for long Call today!(RLNE990909)
85 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2,700 sqft single-family home in Clinton Hill, built in 1910. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2014 with an asking price of $2,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 24, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,801,700.

Home Details for 85 Vanderbilt Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigerator

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910Year Updated: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 3

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1808 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 24, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,200
Sep 23, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$2,200
Price decreased by 8%
Sep 15, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$2,400

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

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Neighborhood Overview

Clinton Hill
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What Locals Say about Clinton Hill

At least 4 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 80 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say there are community events

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 40 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 40 % Say parking is easy

  • 38 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say car is needed

  • 25 % Say there's wildlife

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  • C Wilson
    "The neighborhood, parks, and medical facilities. In addition to the schools and after school programs. "
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  • Mattduncandesign
    "The struggle is real it’s so are the people that you meet we still have 30-year-old friends, 10 years in the slope, removed to a better neighborhood later Clinton Hill "
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  • rh
    "There aren’t many trains but there is the one we have, which will get me where I’m going or to another train. "
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  • Mattduncandesign
    "Ive lived here for 20yrs it’s the best Anyone who moves from my building Never moves away They just upgrade there home. No one wants to leave "
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  • Karmen Lizzul
    "Keep your kids well behaved! Teach them manners and to be polite, especially to people older than them. "
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  • allynprinzing
    "Lots of commuting options including the nyc ferry at the Brooklyn navy yard. One stop to Manhattan on the Q train. "
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  • Michael Christman
    "Great area with a lot of kids and families. Diverse community with beautiful architecture. Could see myself raising kids here someday"
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  • Trulia User
    "No parks to bring the dogs nor places that are super dog friendly. They’d be better off in Park Slope, Flatbush, or Fort Greene."
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  • Trulia User
    "This place is very nice I like to live over here . The neighborhood is cool the area is quite and than the stores is very porch the supermarket the buses station and subway everything is close in this area"
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  • Trulia User
    "Very family oriented. Beautiful architecture. It has a lot of diversity. It feels like a place that people put their roots down."
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  • Trulia User
    "I work from home, but subway stations are easily accessible. It’s an easy 15-20 min commute to Manhattan. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Concerts, great restaurants and bars, smorgasbord and Giglio Fest are all great things about the neighborhood. The Williamsburg water front is great for kids to run around and play. There are loads of events in Williamsburg. Something I miss the most are the strolls in Mccarren Park. Also vintage clothes shopping at my favorite place."
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  • Trulia User
    "Restaurants and farmers market; for greene park is walking distance and lots of great cafes and coffee shops/ the Clinton Hill library has great events "
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  • Trulia User
    "Parking issues - cars damage - construction issues - potholes - very small apartment for the cost of the rent . Not feel safe anymore - schools have lower grade. Mental people late night walking . "
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  • Trulia User
    "Yet another neighborheart of Brooklyn. Just like many hoods in BK the parks and playgrounds are safe but at times the locals who have been living here longer than you bump their music and frighten the grown ups until they see their kids are dancing along with Biggie’s beats. "
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  • Lizzie G.
    "It is fun to have a family here. There are decent playgrounds and a real sense of community. There are also some great schools, but you may have to work extra hard and have a lot of patience to get into one that you want."
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  • Kpsunil R.
    "Reasonably safe. Well connected. Good set of restaurants and cafes. Fort green park close by and park slope park within driving distance. Does not have the best schools though "
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  • Kaitlyn D.
    "Clinton hill is a very lovely neighborhood. Only 2 stops to transfer to the A to go to manhattan. High school nearby as well as restaurants , diners, laundromat, nail and hair salon"
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  • Anne
    "Halloween neighborhood walk, block parties, events in Fort Greene Park, public school events, local restaurants, etc. There is just a big sense of community here. "
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  • Chris B.
    "Weekly Saturday Farmers and Crafts Market, Tai-Chi and Yoga at Fort Greene Park, al fresco dining on the weekends, and park events."
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  • Andy S.
    "Lots of people walking dogs and there are parks around. just need to watch out for cast away chicken bones on the main streets."
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  • Ahtis
    "Reliable consistent train and bus service to Manhattan and Queens with easy connections to many lines."
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  • Zhyman
    "Neighbors and community vibe is strong in Clinton Hill. Lots of parks and entertainment, restaurants, bars and BAM"
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  • Vicky D. G.
    "Lots of other dogs and friends. Peaceful area with beautiful views of manhattan from high floors. "
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  • Lauren W.
    "We have local farmer's markets, social events for many cultures where all are welcome, volunteer opportunities and other community events."
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  • Aadufresne
    "I’ve lived here seven years and love it. The people are warm and kind. I feel at home, safe and a part of the community. There were good restaurants and amenities right nearby. "
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  • Brandon M.
    "My commute through my everyday life is basic ,I take the train on Franklin and or Clinton-Washington "
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  • Jngan79
    "Great people and vibe. Enjoy living here for the last 6 yrs. Convenient to get to Manhattan for work and onto the highways to get out of the city. "
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  • Stephanie.harrison
    "Plenty of dogs in the neighborhood, but not a lot of parks close by - 15-20 mins to Fort Greene or Prospect Park."
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  • Valerie C.
    "Nice community feel. Good local transportation and walkability. I visited with friends. We enjoyed our stay. "
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  • Toussaint J. R.
    "it's a nice neiborhood a lot of cafes, restaurants, parks and cultural places. it's well connected with a lot of type of transportation "
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  • Brianaforan
    "A mix of very historic and leafy blocks and new construction. Pratt’s campus and Fort Green park offer great outdoor areas for walking and solitude. "
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  • V.c.santana1977
    "Great neighborhood,great commute to Manhattan .I feel very safe in the area for the most part ,everyone is pretty friendly "
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  • Murray S.
    "I love it here. The children are raised together and the neighbors are friendly and trustworthy. The most loving part is the nature in this neighborhood...BEAUTIFUL!"
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  • Josephmbeckett
    "Close to prospect park which provides great opportunity for good exercise for dogs. There is also a dog day care in the area"
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  • Trulia User
    "its an amazing neighborhood, I have been living here for about two years, the urban density it's the right one, a lot of green and good vibe "
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  • Matthew.leaney
    "Much quicker than i thought it would be, C train can have big gaps though. G is always an alternative on the weekends"
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  • Hero L.
    "There are a lot of friendly neighbors and friends! It’s basically a walking distance everywhere, it is a very pet friendly space."
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  • cms
    "There seem to be a lot of dogs in the neighborhood, a steady increase in the last few years. Plenty of veterinary practices but I haven’t seen any dog parks. "
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  • Hannahamelia
    "Great neighborhood to live in!! It’s packed with dog friendly restaurants and bars. Fort Greene park is a beautiful place to walk and let your dogs play with all the other neighborhood dogs "
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Frequently asked questions about 85 Vanderbilt Ave

  • What is 85 Vanderbilt Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 85 Vanderbilt Ave in Brooklyn, NY is $1,801,700.
  • 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.
  • What are the closest schools to 85 Vanderbilt Ave?
    The closest schools to 85 Vanderbilt Ave in Brooklyn, NY are Benjamin Banneker Academy (High, rated 8/10), Fort Green Preparatory Academy (Middle, rated 5/10), Ps 46 Edward C Blum (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 7/10).
  • Does 85 Vanderbilt Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 85 Vanderbilt Ave in Brooklyn, NY has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 85 Vanderbilt Ave?
    The lot at 85 Vanderbilt Ave in Brooklyn, NY is about 0.04 acres (1,808 sq ft).

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