981 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11230
OFF MARKET

981 E 8th St
Brooklyn, NY 11230

Midwood
  • Studio
  • 2,042 sqft

$2,966,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $16,590/mo*
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$2,966,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $16,590/mo*
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Studio
2,042 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1930
Living Area
2,042 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,453

About this House

This single-family home is located at 981 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY. 981 E 8th St is in the Midwood neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY and in ZIP code 11230. This property has approximately 2,042 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4000 sqft and was built in 1930.
981 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11230 is a studio, 2,042 sqft single-family home in Midwood, built in 1930. It last sold for $580,000 on Aug 20, 2004. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,966,300, with a rent estimate of $4,702/month.

Home Details for 981 E 8th St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.75

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930Year Updated: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4000 sqft

Price History for 981 E 8th St

DatePriceEventSource
08/20/2004$580,000Sold
N/A
09/04/1997$187,500Sold
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11/29/1989$700,000Sold
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Market trends in Midwood

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$717K
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$567
Available listings
192
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$22,439
Assessment$2,104,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 981 E 8th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1026 E 7th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,808,500
05/18/26
-
2,466
936 E 13th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.23
Single-Family Home
$850,000
09/08/25
-
1,916
902 Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY
0.42
Single-Family Home
$600,000
06/09/26
-
2,650
770 Argyle Road, Brooklyn, NY
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
06/05/26
5
2.5
2,081
897 E 7th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.29
Single-Family Home
$260,000
06/03/26
3
4
1,866
930 E 9th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.06
Single-Family Home
$5,900,000
09/10/25
-
3,120
510 Avenue I, Brooklyn, NY
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
01/13/26
-
1,652
853 E 9th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.18
Single-Family Home
$2,980,000
09/23/25
-
1,724
1043 E 8th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.11
Single-Family Home
$6,125,000
10/17/25
-
2,864
1144 E 12th St, Brooklyn, NY
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,260,000
12/08/25
-
1,932

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Midwood
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What Locals Say about Midwood

At least 952 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 48 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say car is needed

  • 42 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say parking is easy

  • 28 % Say there are community events

  • 28 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Faiz H.
    "Good overall experiences. Good Location, good neighbors, good amenities. Love this place! gonna recommend this to my close friends"
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  • Shawnathompson20.st
    " There are some good neighborhoods. There are some good playgrounds. There are some good school, but you still have to be observing. "
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  • Vtrubchenko
    "It’s fine, but could be better. Nice parkway, but no parks, no dogs parks. I wouldn’t h get a big dog here, but for small ones it’s ok."
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  • Erkinsher Uzbek
    "Very nice area amd safe. Shopping and grocery arw very close. A step away train and bus stations. Schools are very good"
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  • Smavlonov.0315
    "I like this area very safely and securely I live 3 blocks from there I love this area and not won’t move far from this area and very nice people "
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  • Xhmg6sk4rx
    "There aren’t many dogs in the neighborhood, so dog owners would enjoy living here if they have a dog that doesn’t interact well with other dogs."
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  • Mbelcz
    "Nice houses and lot blocks all around , great stores and easy access to train and transportation . "
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  • Odette.a.aquinoperez
    "Not be suspicious but cautious. Safety first and keep vigilant. A lot of families around and be part of the community is very important to keep it safe"
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  • Ann0777
    "I have lived in this area for fifteen years. It is a very safe area! Subway is seven ten minutes away. Shopping is nearby! "
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  • Jade Ellington
    " so I’m glad you guys were able and to be careful and enjoy the night with you guys too and we will never make you happy for Christmas and you are welcome and love that for sure and you miss me and love my love love and miss all of y’all so good to hear from "
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  • Trulia User
    "The only thing you need in the house for the kids is the toilet itself to get the water and toilet and toilet "
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  • Trulia User
    "The parking around here is crazy finding a parking and there’s people getting rob, This used to be a very good safe neighborhood, but not now a lot of people are coming from different parts of the neighborhood to move in this neighborhood. That was so good but now they’re turning it upside down."
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  • Trulia User
    "Safe, diverse and friendly neighborhood. It is very walkable and convenient., it has busses and subway "
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    "I like the surroundings here. People, shops, cafes, and restaurants. All is well settled for having a comfortable stay. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Ok i would have been a neighborhood of the areas that means everything is in good condition clean and nice. People’s friendly and helpful "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love living here because it's so quiet and it's across the street from the park so it's amazing "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’m leaving this area for long time and which is very Uni Korea that are different from the other bar in the Brooklyn and they’re enjoy the restaurants near here and there’s a very popular pizza store near here there’s a lot of people visitors come every day"
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  • Trulia User
    "local commute is pretty good, but neighborhood is not safe .u can't walk alone in dark or night time."
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  • Trulia User
    "Many families, schools, playgrounds, dining and shopping options and public transportation. Neighbors are friendly as well. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I think that this neighborhood is very nice. I have made many nice friends throughout the years. I have learned many things because of this community. But overall this neighborhood, very amazing:)"
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  • Trulia User
    "Not so much. Traffic is very dangerous around this neighborhood. Also there are no parks or green areas nearby"
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived here my whole life and that is all I know and I have my friends and community here too. it is easy to navigate around Flatbush as long as u know ur ABC's and 123's"
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  • Haitian G.
    "population and transportation also the shopping heavy is Transit areas Pharmacy and the people I like it cuz it's open source of place and I'll let you move in as soon as possible thank you"
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  • Reuven
    "Parks and lots of families here, nice place to raise a family. Close to stores and public transportation as well."
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  • Michael N.
    "Not a lot of dog owners In The neighborhood but it’s a very friendly area. Dogs are always leashed though there isn’t a dog park in the neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a Religious Jewish community with lots of stores to buy kosher food and schools to send kids to. "
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  • Charmaine D.
    "They would love the little park near by. And that lots of people have dogs. Also. Pretty much everyone picks up After their dogs. "
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  • Michelle Q.
    "The neighborhood is generally quiet and people stay to themselves. Finding parking is usually hard to find especially after 8pm."
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  • Myriamnid
    "Very nice area, family friendly. No cool park nearby. Few schools are around but my kids are still young. "
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  • Usman N.
    "People remain disciplined and responsible which make this area great. It is premium and honorable location to live"
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  • Maryna R.
    "It’s safe and quiet and clean..... good to hang out on a bench....... Jewish community so lots of kosher food"
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  • Melissa D.
    "Very family oriented. Diverse and quiet for the most part. However, not many stores around. A large Jewish community surrounds the neighborhood. "
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  • Cjellimac
    "My neighborhood is close to lots of public transportation, and stores and restaurants. About a 30-45 minute commute to Manhattan."
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  • Juliealthkefati
    "We don’t have community events in that neighborhood but sometimes we have aim chat Torah going on there is music and beautiful things "
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  • Albert
    "Great place to live. Nice people good community great shops and schools. Pretty safe although it’s still the city. "
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  • Theoneny85
    "they have movies at summer in the park for the public. Christmas is beautiful and quiet, houses are decorated and food everywhere"
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  • Ghmmorales
    "Is a kind of a safe neighborhood. Closed to the train stations. The public schools are bad unless you take your kids to a Private school"
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  • Daisy A.
    "I drive everywhere I go so it’s easy. Train and bus are close by and easy to get to as well except if you are traveling on weekends. "
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  • Md K.
    "I like this area. Good place for live. No crime. Nice and beautiful . Home to see nice view on road . Is express road."
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  • Camellia L.
    "My neighborhood is great I have access to the train and bus. Every thing is easy access food, laundry Matt, doctors and school I give it a 👍🏾"
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Frequently asked questions about 981 E 8th St

  • What is 981 E 8th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 981 E 8th St in Brooklyn, NY is $2,966,300.
  • What is the price history for 981 E 8th St?
    981 E 8th St in Brooklyn, NY last sold for $580,000 in August 2004.
  • 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 $717K.
  • How big is the lot at 981 E 8th St?
    The lot at 981 E 8th St in Brooklyn, NY is about 0.09 acres (4,000 sq ft).