Charming 1 Family Home w/ Balcony in East New York!
Welcome to 438 Shepherd Avenue, a beautifully maintained single-family home in the heart of Brooklyn’s East New York neighborhood.This classic 2-story colonial offers approximately 1,552 square feet of living space, blending historic charm with modern updates.
This spacious home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The 1st floor boasts a large eat-in kitchen, a bright and airy open-concept living and dining area, bedroom, and a full bathroom. The 2nd floor boasts 2 bedrooms, living room, a full bathroom and a balcony. A full unfinished basement with a laundry room offers endless possibilities for customization or additional storage.
Situated on a 2,500 sq. ft. lot, the property includes a generous backyard, perfect for outdoor activities, gardening, or entertaining. Recent updates include a new boiler, water heater, and roof. Street parking only.
Conveniently located just steps from the Shepherd Ave subway station (A & C lines), this home offers an effortless commute to Manhattan and beyond. It is right next to Pitkin Ave with its stores, shops and restaurants. Only 3 blocks from Atlantic Ave.
Building: 20 x 30 ft
Lot: 25 x 100 ft
Zoning: R5
FAR: 0.62; Max FAR: 1.25
Taxes: $1,662/Yr
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Sold for $650,000
$650,000
438 Shepherd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208
3beds
1,552sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1920
2,500 Square Feet Lot
$654,700 Zestimate®
$419/sqft
$3,701 Estimated rent
Home value
$654,700
$602,000 - $714,000
$3,701/mo
Zestimate® history
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Generous backyardLaundry roomBright and airySpacious homeLarge eat-in kitchen
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amani Joseph 929-742-9765,
Capri Jet Realty Corp 718-388-2188
Bought with:
Amani Joseph, 10401392055
Capri Jet Realty Corp
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 841798
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,552
- Total interior livable area: 1,552 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
Lot
- Size: 2,500 sqft
- Dimensions: 25 x 100 ft
Details
- Parcel number: 040200020
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Brooklyn
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2025 | Sold | $650,000-6.5%$419/sqft |
Source:  OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #841798 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Pending sale | $695,000$448/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #841798 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2025 | Price change | $695,000-3.3%$448/sqft |
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| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $719,000$463/sqft |
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| 3/22/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $719,000-6%$463/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2024 | Price change | $765,000+5.4%$493/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $726,000+93.6%$468/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2016 | Sold | $375,000-14.8%$242/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L2797879 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2015 | Listing removed | $439,999$284/sqft |
Source: Exit Realty Central #2797879 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2015 | Listed for sale | $439,999+3.5%$284/sqft |
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| 2/9/2015 | Listing removed | $425,000$274/sqft |
Source: Exit Realty Central #10179909 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2014 | Price change | $425,000-5.6%$274/sqft |
Source: Exit Realty Central #10179909 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2014 | Listed for sale | $450,000+61.3%$290/sqft |
Source: Exit Realty Central #2690579 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2003 | Sold | $279,000$180/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,663 +0.1% | $52,140 -2.7% |
| 2024 | $1,662 | $53,580 +2.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $52,380 +17% |
| 2022 | -- | $44,760 -8.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $49,080 +31.7% |
| 2020 | $1,478 +8.5% | $37,260 |
| 2019 | $1,363 +0.1% | $37,260 +472.7% |
| 2018 | $1,361 +8.6% | $6,506 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $1,253 +49.8% | $6,148 +5.6% |
| 2016 | $837 | $5,820 |
| 2015 | $837 +232.7% | $5,820 +1.3% |
| 2014 | $251 | $5,746 +6% |
| 2013 | -- | $5,422 +5.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $5,124 +5.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $4,850 |
| 2010 | -- | $4,850 +1.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $4,789 +6% |
| 2008 | -- | $4,519 +5.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $4,270 +5.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $4,042 |
| 2005 | -- | $4,042 +1.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $3,991 +6% |
| 2003 | -- | $3,766 +5.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $3,559 +5.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $3,369 |
| 2000 | -- | $3,369 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East New York
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ps 159 Isaac PitkinGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Vista AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Transit Tech Career and Technical Education High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ps 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden
- Middle: Vista Academy
- High: School For Classics High School
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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