SOLD FOR $1,699,995
· Closed February 9, 2018
$1,699,995
397 E 8th Street #0
MLS® #RLS10037749
Listing by The Corcoran Group
4
Bedrooms
4.5
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1905
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Outdoor Space: Patio
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Climate Control: Central Air
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Sep 8, 2017 | $1,979,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Sep 28, 2017 | $1,874,995 | -5.3% |
| Currently | Apr 26, 2026 | $1,699,995 | -9.3% |
Description
397 East 8th street is the shining example of new renovation and design constructed seamlessly within the classic residential enclave of Kensington. This fully detached home boasts a 3-story, 24-foot wide frame with sleek interior renovations and subtle hints of Victorian charm. Lush hardwood floors, white base moldings, recessed lighting and custom light fixtures are seen throughout and the home also features a finished basement with full height ceilings, full bathrooms, a laundry room, and it's own 2-car garage! The house opens from its front porch into a proper foyer branching off into a spacious pass-through living room adorned with natural light from a set of large bay windows. The 1st floor concludes in a spacious chef's haven and open dining area. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinet and counter space with dark mahogany cabinets, stainless steel appliances and marble island with dishwasher centered between two additional countertops. Wall-to-wall exposure in the rear provides an easy transition to a quiet yard and elevated patio space. Ascend a classic staircase with decadent newels up to two additional 2-bedroom layouts. The second floor features a grand master suite with ample closet space and en suite bathroom as well as a secondary queen sized bedroom and second bath. The top level hosts two more bedrooms, jack and jill style, featuring several large sunny windows and exposed lofted ceiling. Every bathroom features illustrious marble tile work, recessed lighting, and new porcelain fixtures, while separate standing shower and deep soaking tub distinguish the master bathroom. 397 East 8th Street offers all the comforts of a classic home within 10 blocks from the Cortelyou Road station, Cortelyou strip and is a short distance to Prospect Park. Here you will have unlimited access to a community known for suburban style blocks, but with no shortage of colorful restaurants, inviting bars, and primer local markets and venues.
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Building Information
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
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, 10:17 AM EST
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This property has 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1905, making it approximately 121 years old.
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