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SOLD FOR $1,599,999

· Closed November 13, 2020

289 E 5th Street

$1,599,999

$529 per sq ft

289 E 5th Street

Kensington, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS10628510

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

5

Bedrooms

1.5

Baths

3,022

Sq. Ft.

1915

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Living Area 3,022 sq ft
Year Built 1915
Neighborhood Kensington

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1915)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 10
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Pets Yes
Cross Street Albemarle Road/Church Avenue
Year Built 1915
Living Area 3,022 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 05338-0048
Block/Lot 5338/48

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Dec 10, 2013 $1,599,999 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $1,599,999 -

Description

Stunning Kensington Limestone Townhouse. This is what you have been waiting for, perfectly located at the intersection of Windsor Terrace and Kensington. A limestone townhouse that is dripping with details from when you enter the vintage wooden front door. The original details that make this home so special start in the entry with original hexagon tile and an oak chair rail molding. Enter the double parlor where the bay windows with original stained glass transoms Illuminate the space. You will be delighted by the parquet floors with maple inlay that run throughout the home. Not to speak of the pier mirror and the stately dining room with coffered ceiling, original built-in china cabinet a window seat that overlooks the sweet garden would be a sin. The cozy eat-in kitchen with its contemporary appliances, and a large oversized window, is sweetly requesting an update. Onward to the backyard vestibule that also works as a lovely pantry area with easy access to the garden. Outdoor entertaining will be a breeze. Upstairs, a skylight floods the hallway with natural light. The large master bedroom with 3-sided bay window enjoys lovely evening sun and can accommodate a home office or conversation area. The second bedroom also boasts 3 lovely bay windows and an original built-in closet. There are three additional rooms, one with a grand skylight, these are easily bedrooms, a nursery or a home office. The 1,031.19sq ft. mostly-finished basement, easily becomes that much-needed rec room, workshop, craft space, wine cellar, deep storage or whatever you need most. The basement can be accessed from both the front and back of the house and includes a laundry room and a half bath. This home is not to be missed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Building Information

Stories 2
Style Prewar

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

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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Location

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289 E 5th Street, Kensington, Kings County • Near Albemarle Road/Church Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1950
Year Built
76 years old
3
Floors
R6B
Zoning District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $15,567,750
Land Value: $2,947,950
Exemptions: $15,567,750

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

Lot Area: 117,900 SF
Building Area: 140,781 SF
Built FAR: 1.19
Allowed FAR: 2

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

This property has 5 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 3,022 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1915, making it approximately 111 years old.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,599,999 for 3,022 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $529. 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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10628510
First Listed: 12/10/2013
Price Changed: 2/5/2021
Closed: 11/13/2020
Contract Date: 3/11/2020

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Nichole Thompson-Adams

Listing Contact: (917) 548-6196

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