SOLD FOR $380,000
Listed at $389,500 · Sold 2.4% below asking · Closed November 4, 2020
495 E 7th Street #5M
MLS® #RLS10605461
Listing by Abacus Properties
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
810
Sq. Ft.
1962
Year Built
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Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Climate Control: Window Units
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Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jul 3, 2019 | $389,500 | - |
| Currently | Apr 23, 2026 | $389,500 | - |
Description
This spacious 5th floor apartment is conveniently located in prime Kensington. As a corner unit it offers more privacy and a layout that packs in more square footage than most other one-bedrooms in the same building. Upon entering a foyer you will notice a generous size dining area with a double closet. The living room is east facing and it gets a generous amount of light. A newly renovated kitchen boasts modern finishes and stainless steel appliances by Samsung. It also offers ample quartz countertops and cabinetry. The bathroom features a brand new medicine cabinet and vanity. The three windows of a king sized bedroom with a double closet are facing east as well, allowing you to start your days right by embracing the morning sun. You will not have to compromise on your storage needs with 5 closets at your disposal. The apartment has been freshly painted, and it features hardwood floors throughout, with newly replaced baseboards. Two in-sleeve A/C units will stay for your use.
495 East 7th Street was built in 1962 and has 85 units spread over 7 stories. This elevator building has recently completed a modernization of its common areas and has a central laundry, bicycle area, storage rentals, and parking lot (wait-listed). It also allows subleasing with board approval after owner occupancy.
Conveniently located off Cortelyou Road near cafes, popular restaurants, weekend Farmer's Market and a short walk to Prospect Park. Nearest transportation includes Q, B, F, G trains, B68 to Park Slope and downtown Brooklyn, and express buses to Manhattan.
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About Kensington
View All Kensington ListingsKensington is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood bordered by Prospect Park to the north and the landmarked Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, with Ocean Parkway running through its center as one of the borough's signature tree-lined boulevards. The housing stock includes brick rowhouses, prewar co-op apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway and Coney Island Avenue, and detached Victorian homes on the side streets, served by the F and G trains at Fort Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue. The B and Q express trains are accessible within a short walk, providing a 30-to-35-minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.
Kensington Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
52
Median Asking Price
$699K
Median $/Sqft
$806
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
6
Price Reduced
13%
Sold (30 Days)
6
Median Sale Price
$620K
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/23/26, 7:45 AM EST
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $789 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.
The listed interior living area is 810 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1962, making it approximately 64 years old.
This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.
Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $389,500 for 810 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $481. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.
To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.
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