956 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
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UNDER CONTRACT

$699,000

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,152 sqft

956 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236

Canarsie
Est. Mortgage $4,203/mo*
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1935
$607/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 956 E 87th St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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About this House

What's unique:Large private backyardWell-maintained semi-attached two-family homeWell-proportioned bedroomsTwo spacious two-bedroom units
***Open house canceled due to the marathon today


Located in the heart of Canarsie, this well-maintained semi-attached two-family home offers an excellent opportunity for both homeowners and investors alike. With very low property taxes, this property provides strong long-term value and affordability in one of Brooklyn’s most established neighborhoods.

The home features two spacious two-bedroom units, each occupying its own floor. Both apartments include separate kitchens equipped with gas appliances, comfortable living areas, and well-proportioned bedrooms that provide flexibility for families or rental income potential.

The property also boasts a large private backyard, perfect for outdoor gatherings, gardening, or creating your own outdoor retreat.

Conveniently located near local shops, schools, parks, and public transportation, 956 E 87th St offers a combination of space, functionality, and investment potential in a desirable Brooklyn location.

Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent the other or expand your investment portfolio, this two-family home in Canarsie is a must-see.
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Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listing by: Compass, (516) 232-4114
Jack Leguelaff
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1815399
Also Listed on My State MLS.

Home Details for 956 E 87th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1152 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Washer/Dryer
Heating & Cooling
No Cooling
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: City

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: TerraceExterior: Terrace
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage

Days on Market

Days on Market: 180+

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1935
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $699,000Price Per Sqft: $607

Active Status

MLS Status: In Contract

Location

Direction & Address
City: BrooklynCommunity: Canarsie

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: S1815399

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1152 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Resale

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: S1815399Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractListing Url

Additional Information

STREETEASY Property ID: 24473016STREETEASY Building ID: 295758

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 11, 2026
Source: NY State MLS #11672737
Contingent
$699,000
Jul 9, 2026
Source: NY State MLS #11672737
PendingToActive
$699,000
Jul 6, 2026
Source: StreetEasy #S1815399
Contingent
$699,000
Mar 12, 2026
Source: StreetEasy #S1815399
Listed For Sale
$699,000
Jan 26, 2022
Source: StreetEasy
ListingRemoved

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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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$684K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$38K (+5.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$347K (+103.7%)
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 +55% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$682K
September 2026$684K
August 2026$686K
July 2026$682K
June 2026$686K
May 2026$689K
April 2026$692K
March 2026$707K
February 2026$645K
January 2026$655K
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2024
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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
956 E 87th St #A, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.00
$689,100
3
2.5
-
Off Market
958 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.00
$737,900
Studio
-
1,152
Off Market
954 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.00
$742,400
Studio
-
1,344
Off Market
960 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$825,200
Studio
-
2,176
Off Market
952 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$735,400
4
2
1,152
Off Market
962 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$779,000
3
2.5
1,152
Off Market
948 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.01
$715,700
Studio
-
1,152
Off Market
946 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$691,500
Studio
-
1,152
Off Market
946 E 87th St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
-
Studio
1
600
Off Market
964 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$688,700
3
3
1,152
Off Market
944 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$655,700
Studio
-
1,152
Off Market
957 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$898,000
3
1
1,000
Off Market
959 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$952,100
Studio
-
2,750
Off Market
965 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$951,800
Studio
-
2,750
Off Market
951 E 86th St #1, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
-
2
1
900
Off Market
951 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$949,800
Studio
-
2,750
Off Market
972 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$1,026,800
Studio
-
2,600
Off Market
942 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$650,400
Studio
-
1,152
Off Market
967 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$931,000
Studio
-
2,750
Off Market
949 E 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
0.02
$896,500
2
1
2,750
Off Market

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Frequently asked questions about 956 E 87th St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 956 E 87th St?
    Based on a $699,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 956 E 87th St in Brooklyn, NY is approximately $4,251 (about $3,757 principal & interest, $419 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 956 E 87th St compare to homes in Brooklyn?
    956 E 87th St in Brooklyn, NY is listed at $699,000, about 16% below the $833K median sale price in Brooklyn.
  • What do residents say about the Canarsie neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Canarsie neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and dog-friendly. See homes for sale in Canarsie, Brooklyn.
  • What are the closest schools to 956 E 87th St?
    The closest schools to 956 E 87th St in Brooklyn, NY are High School For Medical Professions (rated 3/10), Is 68 Isaac Bildersee (Middle, rated 6/10), Ps 114 Ryder Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 9/10).
  • Does 956 E 87th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 956 E 87th St in Brooklyn, NY has laundry facilities.
956 E 87th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,152 sqft multi-family built in 1935. 956 E 87th St is located in Canarsie, Brooklyn. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by StreetEasy on Mar 12, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# S1815399.