$2,600,000
Updated 10 months ago
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237 8th Street

Park Slope, Brooklyn | 4th Ave & 5th Ave

6 Rooms3 Beds2.5 Baths1,404 Square FeetMulti-Family

$2,600,000
floors / apts3 / 2
Lot Size18'x100'
Built Size18'x30'
ZoneR6B
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$4,836
Price Per SF
$1,852

This property was sold for $2,600,000 on 10/06/25.

Listing Features

  • No AC

Outdoor space and views

  • Backyard
  • Garden

Building Amenities

  • Voice Intercom
  • Elevator

Property Description for 237 8th Street

Beautifully maintained with striking curb appeal and a lush, landscaped garden, this charming Park Slope two-family townhouse offers versatile living options. Currently configured as a lower duplex with an upper-level rental unit providing excellent income potential, the home can easily be transformed into a spacious single-family residence. With approximately 1,700 square feet of available FAR, there's ample opportunity to expand this delightful abode to suit your evolving needs.

Enter the lower duplex through the garden-level entrance. A convenient under-the-stoop vestibule serves as a perfect spot to store shoes and outerwear before stepping into the expansive eat-in kitchen. Designed for culinary enthusiasts, the kitchen boasts generous workspace and storage, featuring top-of-the-line appliances: a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, dual Dacor wall ovens, and a Dacor cooktop with a retractable downdraft vent. Two sinks facilitate effortless meal preparation and cleanup. Tucked away off the kitchen, a discreet powder room houses a stacked Bosch washer and dryer.

The open-concept living and dining areas are bathed in natural light, courtesy of a massive skylight and a wall of windows overlooking the enchanting garden. Custom built-in bookshelves and cabinetry delineate the dining space, offering both functional storage and a showcase for your cherished collections. The garden level features cozy radiant-heated floors, while the entire duplex is equipped with in-ceiling split-system air conditioning for year-round comfort.

The backyard garden is a serene urban oasis, centered around a graceful River Birch tree. Enclosed by privacy fencing and bamboo screening, the space is thoughtfully planted with native perennials to support pollinators, alongside fresh herbs conveniently located just steps from the kitchen.

Upstairs in the duplex, you'll find two tranquil bedrooms and a full bathroom. The south-facing primary bedroom is awash with afternoon light and remains peaceful thanks to large double-paned City Quiet windows. Built-in bookshelves add character, while modular closets equipped with shelves, drawers, and hanging rods provide ample wardrobe storage. The second bedroom offers serene views of the garden below and features a wall of floor-to-ceiling shelving.

The renovated full bathroom showcases modern finishes, including a spacious floating vanity with ample storage, a deep soaking tub, classic white tile, and a charming leaded glass window.

The top-floor studio apartment, accessible via a separate entrance up the stoop, is a bright and inviting space with both southern and northern exposures, a decorative fireplace, and a renovated kitchen and bathroom. This space offers great income potential "as-is" but could also be easily reintegrated into the main living space to create a single-family layout.

Situated on 8th Street in the heart of Park Slope, this home is just one block from the F, G, and R trains at 4th Avenue and 9th Street, a half-block from the vibrant shops and restaurants of 5th Avenue, and four blocks from the expansive greenery of Prospect Park. This prime location offers the perfect blend of convenience and neighborhood charm.

Please verify the exact amount of available FAR with the Department of Buildings.

Listing History for 237 8th Street

Now
10/06/2025
$2,600,000
Sold and Closed by Heather McMaster
Corcoran
06/11/2025
Contract Signed by Heather McMaster
Corcoran

Building Details for 237 8th Street

OwnershipMulti-Family
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1899
Floors/Apts3/2
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

4 Av-9 St
0.06 miles
Prospect Av
0.47 miles
7 Av
0.47 miles

Citi Bike

4 Ave & 9 St
0.08 miles
7 St & 5 Ave
0.09 miles

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Park Slope | Brooklyn

Quick Profile

Boasting beautiful tree-lined streets, brownstones and a range of activities for all age groups, Park Slope is consistently ranked as one of New York’s most desirable neighborhoods. Filled with lush parks and greenery, the neighborhood is also known for its rare combination of excellent public schools, award-winning restaurants, nightlife, small independently owned businesses and community gardens.

Situated at the western slope of Prospect Park, the neighborhood is divided into different sections: North Slope, Center Slope and South Slope. Depending on who you ask, of course, the definitions of where these borders end and begin may vary (is the divide between North and Center deemed Union Street, Garfield Place, 1st Street or 3rd Street? The one between Center and South 6th Street, 9th Street, 11th Street or 15th Street?). 

Regardless of what part of the Slope you find yourself on, there’s no shortage of architectural beauty. From row houses to brownstones to mansions, the idyllic setting of the neighborhood is further enhanced by its Romanesque and Renaissance Revival styles. Case in point of this is also two of the area’s most well-known churches, Park Slope United Methodist Church and Saint Augustine Roman Catholic Church. 

Revered for its family-friendly appeal, Park Slope is often regarded as one of the best places to raise a family in New York City. That said, it doesn’t mean that parents don’t know how to have a good time... a slew of bars constantly opening in the neighborhood ranging from the high-end cocktail saloon to the dive (well, by Park Slope standards, anyway). 

All information furnished regarding property for sale, rental or financing is from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy thereof and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, rental or other conditions, prior sale, lease or financing or withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions, you must hire your own architect or engineer.
OLR ID: 31459TH