978 E 81 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11236
OFF MARKET

978 E 81 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11236

Canarsie
  • 8 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 2,760 sqft

$1,218,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,715/mo*
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$1,218,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,715/mo*
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8 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,760 sqft

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Description

Come fall in love with this beautiful 2-family house in the heart of Canarsie - newly renovated, brick triplex with a fully finished, walk-out basement/additional entertainment space with private parking ready to be yours! There are 2760 square feet of living space in this gorgeous property, with an extra 866 sq. ft. in the basement. The 2nd & 3rd-floor duplex, features 5 spacious bedrooms, with two large bedrooms and two smaller bedrooms, a full bathroom en suite, a second full bathroom, and 2 walk-in closets. The lower level of this duplex includes a large living room, a front balcony with sliding doors, a den with open living and formal dining room, a brand new kitchen with laundry area, and a half bathroom. You'll love the space! The first-floor unit is complete with 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a living room, a dining room, and an open kitchen. The walk-out basement is fully renovated with unlimited possibilities! Must see!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from November 16, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 978 E 81 Street

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 8Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Trash Collection PublicAppliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: BaseboardNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Gas & Electric
Gas: Separate Gas Meters: 2
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Tri-LevelFloors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Patio, Porch
Parking & Garage
No CarportHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Driveway,Off Street,Private
Frontage
Road Frontage: EasementResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1975Year Renovated: 2023
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: BrickAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Condition: ActualParcel Number: 080170073

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,200,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Feb 06 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Brooklyn
School Information
Elementary School: Contact AgentJr High / Middle School: Contact AgentHigh School: Contact AgentHigh School District: Brooklyn

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2760 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: ParkNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2000 sqft

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: H6283394Attic: NoneAttribution Contact: (347) 202-4965Showing Requirements: Call Listing Office, Combination Lock Box, Showing Service

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Park
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Marianne Soler, (646) 234-0524
Howard Hanna Rand Realty, (347) 202-4965
Bought with: Non Member-MLS, (000) 000-0000, Buyer Representation Office, (000) 000-0000
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#H6283394

Price History for 978 E 81 Street

DatePriceEventSource
04/10/2024$1,175,000Sold
OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #H6283394
02/06/2024$1,200,000PendingOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #H6283394
01/12/2024$1,200,000Listed For SaleOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #H6283394
05/19/2023$500Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,166
Assessment$981,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 978 E 81 Street

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
678 E 77th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.36
Multi-Family Home
$1,020,000
07/11/25
6
4.5
2,760
747 E 78th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.22
Multi-Family Home
$975,000
06/25/25
5
2.5
2,214
586 E 81st St, Brooklyn, NY
0.45
Multi-Family Home
$999,999
02/19/26
7
4
3,300
8 Paerdegat 6th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.32
Multi-Family Home
$960,000
08/19/25
6
3
2,394
1050 E 85th Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.22
Multi-Family Home
$1,380,000
09/11/25
6
4
3,692
708 E 78th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.29
Multi-Family Home
$850,000
03/30/26
6
3
1,680
707 E 81st Street, Brooklyn, NY
0.25
Multi-Family Home
$881,010
02/05/26
2
3
2,707
1268 E 84th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.45
Multi-Family Home
$990,000
02/20/26
5
2.5
2,220

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What Locals Say about Canarsie

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  • 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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    "Back to school giveaway events at Seaview Park, Memorial Day marches, school events in the summer for residents. "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "My commute is effective and reliable one can lays depend on public transportation you only have to be on time."
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Poo is everywhere. Nit all owners clean after their pet’s poo. Great bargain for the money. Kids fell safe "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "It’s just amazing the people are so nice the air is clean and the store are also very convenient I really love this area"
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    "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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    "You can take the dogs to Seaview park. there is also at least three veterinary doctors in canarsie. "
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978 E 81 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11236 is a 8 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 2,760 sqft multi-family built in 1975. 978 E 81 Street is located in Canarsie, Brooklyn. This property is not currently available for sale. 978 E 81 Street was last sold on Apr 10, 2024 for $1,175,000 (2% lower than the asking price of $1,200,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 978 E 81 Street is $1,218,800.