897 E 98th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
OFF MARKET

$1,023,000

Trulia Estimate
  • Studio
  • 3 Baths

897 E 98th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236

Canarsie
Est. Refi. Payment $6,205/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 24, 2025 for $940,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.02M
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$73K (+7.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$84K (+8.9%)
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 +156% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$1.02M
September 2026$1.02M
August 2026$1.03M
July 2026$1.01M
June 2026$1M
May 2026$1M
March 2026$999K
February 2026$1.01M
January 2026$1.01M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
927 E 96th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.12
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$810,000
05/08/26
7
3
-
1017 E 92ND STREET, Brooklyn, NY
0.36
Multi-Family Home
$925,000
04/28/26
5
3
1,672
9508 Avenue B, Brooklyn, NY
0.47
Multi-Family Home
$985,000
11/04/25
5
3
2,250
1186 E 94th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.51
Multi-Family Home
$840,000
10/28/25
4
3
1,596
1170 E 95th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.46
Multi-Family Home
$920,000
11/05/25
7
3
1,760
9015 Bayview Place, Brooklyn, NY
0.42
Multi-Family Home
$925,000
01/12/26
7
2
2,208

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
897 E 98th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.00
-
1
1
-
Off Market
897 E 98th St #3, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.00
-
1
1
650
Off Market
901 E 98th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.00
$528,800
7
3
2,783
Off Market
903 E 98th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$844,100
Studio
-
1,780
Off Market
9806 Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$887,600
Studio
-
1,940
Off Market
9804 Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$981,600
6
3.5
1,940
Off Market
9810 Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$894,400
Studio
-
1,940
Off Market
9802 Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$863,700
5
2.5
2,399
Off Market
905 E 98th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$856,700
4
2
2,085
Off Market
905 E 98th St #2, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
-
2
1
-
Off Market
9814 Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$866,900
Studio
-
1,940
Off Market
907 E 98th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$770,700
Studio
-
1,780
Off Market
514 E 99th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$882,800
Studio
-
1,940
Off Market
518 E 99th St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
518 E 99th St #LL, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
-
4
1
-
Off Market
518 E 99th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$932,500
5
2
2,792
Off Market
9818 Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$894,000
5
2
1,940
Off Market
930A E 98 St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$1,081,400
6
5
-
Off Market
520 E 99th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$781,800
Studio
-
1,684
Off Market
919 E 98th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$873,900
Studio
-
1,516
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

Multi-Family
Built in 1920
Garage

About this House

Beautiful 3-Family Home in Canarsie, Brooklyn! Welcome to this stunning semi-detached three-family home, perfectly located in the heart of Canarsie, Brooklyn. *Property Features:* - 1 three-bedroom apartment and 2 one-bedroom apartments - Full basement with separate entrance - 2-car garage and driveway parking for 3-4 additional cars - Close proximity to trains, buses, and the Gateway Shopping Center *Investment Opportunity:* This property boasts excellent rental potential, making it an attractive investment opportunity for savvy buyers. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to own a beautiful and profitable three-family home in a desirable Brooklyn neighborhood!
897 E 98th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236 is a studio, 3 bathroom multi-family in Canarsie, built in 1920. It last sold for the $940,000 asking price on Oct 24, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,023,000, with a rent estimate of $3,739/month.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Barrington Richards, (917) 690-3444
Fine Choice Realty Inc
Source: BNYMLS, MLS#489188

Home Details for 897 E 98th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Full,Partially Finished,Separate Entrance,Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,BaseboardNo CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt Tar Flat ShingleFoundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Private Drive,4 Spaces,Detached Garage

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 254

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Building: NONEConstruction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Block, Wood FrameAttached To Another Structure

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $940,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: BrooklynCommunity: Brooklyn

Community

Units in Building: 3

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2783 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Arm's Length

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 489188

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 24, 2025
Source: BNYMLS #489188
Sold
$940,000
Apr 21, 2025
Source: BNYMLS #489188
PriceChange
$1,000,000
Price decreased by 9%
Feb 12, 2025
Source: BNYMLS #489188
Listed For Sale
$1,100,000
Apr 19, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$341,000

Market trends in New York

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$818K
$21.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$704
$22MoM
Available listings
16526
1221MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Canarsie
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What Locals Say about Canarsie

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  • 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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    "The many beautiful trees and close by shops."
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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 897 E 98th St

  • What is 897 E 98th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 897 E 98th St in Brooklyn, NY is $1,023,000.
  • What is the price history for 897 E 98th St?
    897 E 98th St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $940,000 in October 2025.
  • 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 $818K. That is up $21.67K from the prior month.

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