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SOLD FOR $762,500

· Closed November 9, 2016

734 E 5th Street #2-R
Closed For Sale Condo

$762,500

734 E 5th Street #2-R

Kensington, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10072902

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

2008

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 2008
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $364/mo
Property Taxes $288/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Kensington

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 6
Baths 2 Full
Exposure East,North,West
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street Ditmas Avenue/Avenue F
Year Built 2008
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 5398/35

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 20, 2016 $762,500 -
Price Reduced Nov 9, 2016 $775,000 +1.6%

Description

New to market! 2 BD, 2 BA, convertible 3, CONDO! Apt features 2 Private Balconies and a deeded large private storage room room. This spacious 2 bedroom apartment is easily convertible to a 3 bedroom or home office. The East facing balcony floods apartment with morning sun and west facing balcony off the 2nd bedroom in the back is perfect for afternoon light. Also enjoy beautiful bay windows in master bedroom. The open living and dining area is perfect for lounging or entertaining. Hard-wood flooring through-out every room. Open kitchen is custom made with walnut stained cabinets, white marble counter tops, stainless steel appliances, gas stove, Sub-Zero refrigerator and double sinks. Bathrooms features deep soaking tubs and Toto toilets. Master bath equipped with jetted tub. Also includes Bosch Stackable Washer/Dryer, Central air and video intercom security. Additionally, building is wheelchair accessible with indoor/outdoor elevators. With super LOW taxes and Common Charges, this apartment is a STEAL. Tax abatement until 2026. F train close by at Ditmas Ave. Plenty of shops at 18th Ave to choose from or take a short walk to trendy Cortelyou Road. Sorry, No Pets Allowed

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Wheelchair Access

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $364/mo
RE Taxes $288/yr ($24/mo)
Previous Price $775,000

Kensington 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

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Active Listings

50

Median Asking Price

$690K

Median $/Sqft

$814

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

4

Price Reduced

14%

Sold (30 Days)

5

Median Sale Price

$620K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/26/26, 2:28 PM EST

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734 E 5th Street #2-R, Kensington, Kings County • Near Ditmas Avenue/Avenue F

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

2005
Year Built
21 years old
4
Floors
8
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $656,560
Land Value: $121,501
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 6,000 SF
Building Area: 8,340 SF
Built FAR: 1.39
Allowed FAR: 1.5

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $364 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $288, or roughly $24 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 2008, making it approximately 18 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10072902
First Listed: 9/20/2016
Price Changed: 11/9/2016
Closed: 11/9/2016
Contract Date: 9/20/2016

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Lisa Kobiolke

Listing Contact: (917) 579-2179

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