8936 Colonial Rd
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Bay Ridge- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,235 sqft
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,235 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Living Area
2,235 sqft
Price/Sqft
$685
About this House
**IN CONTRACT**
Spacious 4 BR, 2BA, PRICED TO SELL at $849,000! Capitalize on the many renovations done to this turn of the century colonial home. Purchased only two years ago, we must suddenly relocate due to jobs, mid-upgrade. Brick chimney pointed in 2012. Rear roof, skylight, washer/dryer, stucco trim, and large concrete patio all new in 2013. Fresh paint throughout, and new Corian kitchen counters with built in sink as of February 2014! Original woodwork, wood burning fireplace, 4 bedrooms including master with walk-in cedar closet, skylight, and view of the Freedom Tower and Empire State Building. Home office, living room, dining room, large kitchen, plus finished basement that includes a full bathroom, workroom and laundry area.
Located on a quiet, tree-lined street across from Visitation Academy and Monastery, only 1 block from New York Harbor and bike path. An easy walk to playgrounds, grocery shops, Shore Road Medical Center, numerous restaurants, and PS 185, the area’s top rated elementary school. Convenient to public transportation and 1 block from the express bus to Manhattan.
***Special note*** Qualified buyers may be eligible to assume our mortgage at a low fixed rate of 3.5%, avoiding significant mortgage recording tax! Buyer’s agents welcome.
You won't find more space at this price per square foot anywhere in Bay Ridge. Call 646-345-5969 or email msearfoorce@gmail.com to schedule your appointment today!
Spacious 4 BR, 2BA, PRICED TO SELL at $849,000! Capitalize on the many renovations done to this turn of the century colonial home. Purchased only two years ago, we must suddenly relocate due to jobs, mid-upgrade. Brick chimney pointed in 2012. Rear roof, skylight, washer/dryer, stucco trim, and large concrete patio all new in 2013. Fresh paint throughout, and new Corian kitchen counters with built in sink as of February 2014! Original woodwork, wood burning fireplace, 4 bedrooms including master with walk-in cedar closet, skylight, and view of the Freedom Tower and Empire State Building. Home office, living room, dining room, large kitchen, plus finished basement that includes a full bathroom, workroom and laundry area.
Located on a quiet, tree-lined street across from Visitation Academy and Monastery, only 1 block from New York Harbor and bike path. An easy walk to playgrounds, grocery shops, Shore Road Medical Center, numerous restaurants, and PS 185, the area’s top rated elementary school. Convenient to public transportation and 1 block from the express bus to Manhattan.
***Special note*** Qualified buyers may be eligible to assume our mortgage at a low fixed rate of 3.5%, avoiding significant mortgage recording tax! Buyer’s agents welcome.
You won't find more space at this price per square foot anywhere in Bay Ridge. Call 646-345-5969 or email msearfoorce@gmail.com to schedule your appointment today!
Home Details for 8936 Colonial Rd
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Interior Details BasementAdditional StorageAtticNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Office, Recreation Room, WorkshopStorage |
Heating & Cooling Heating: GasHeating Fuel: Gas |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 3Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Other, Shake Shingle |
Parking & Garage Parking: On Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1925Year Updated: 2014 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 1880 sqft |
Price History for 8936 Colonial Rd
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 03/24/2021 | ListingRemoved | N/A | |
| 06/25/2014 | $810,000 | Sold | OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L2652488 |
| 03/03/2014 | $849,000 | Listed For Sale | N/A |
| 09/12/2012 | $699,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 01/26/2012 | $749,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 12/29/2011 | $899,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 11/16/2011 | $749,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 01/09/2011 | $899,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 09/08/2010 | $1,100,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 12/23/2009 | $1,100,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
Market trends in New York
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$767K
$4.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$653
$10MoM
Available listings
18631
48MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $8,390 |
| Assessment | $1,579,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 8936 Colonial Rd
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.18 | Single-Family Home | $1,215,000 | 11/05/25 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,625 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $620,000 | 09/22/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,312 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $1,220,000 | 02/04/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,424 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $1,300,000 | 01/13/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,632 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $1,295,000 | 01/13/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,200 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $1,349,000 | 10/14/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,696 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $1,525,000 | 01/23/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,600 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $1,250,000 | 12/11/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,408 | |
0.51 | Single-Family Home | $1,175,000 | 06/18/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,768 | |
0.52 | Single-Family Home | $1,175,000 | 10/16/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,396 |
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What Locals Say about Bay Ridge
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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
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