$1,200,000
Updated 2 months ago
Sold

379 East 8th Street

Kensington, Brooklyn | Ave C & Cortelyou Road

6 Rooms4 Beds2.5 Baths1,500 Square FeetSingle Family

$1,200,000
floors / apts2 / 1
Lot Size20'x100'
Built Size17'x28'
ZoneR5
Building TypeHouse
RE Taxes$5,478
Price Per SF
$800

This property was sold for $1,274,000 on 08/03/26.

Listing Features

  • Central Heat
  • Through The Wall

Outdoor space and views

  • Backyard
  • Porch

Building Amenities

  • Garden

Property Description for 379 East 8th Street

This charming four-bedroom single-family home is located on a beautiful tree-lined street in the heart of Kensington. Featuring a private backyard and off-street parking, it offers a rare opportunity to own in one of Brooklyn’s most up and coming neighborhoods.
A covered front porch welcomes you into the main level, featuring a living room, dining area, powder room, and eat-in kitchen. The kitchen opens directly to a back deck and private yard—perfect for grilling, entertaining, or gardening. At the rear of the property is a large waterproof shed offering excellent additional storage. The home also enjoys wonderful front-to-back cross ventilation, providing great natural airflow throughout.
The second floor offers two bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the third level features two additional bedrooms, providing flexibility for guests, home offices, or a variety of living arrangements.
The finished basement includes a full bathroom and oversized washer/dryer, creating a versatile space ideal for a recreation room, home office, gym, or guest suite.
Additional highlights include hardwood floors, original tin ceilings, and private parking—an exceptional convenience and true luxury in this neighborhood.
Conveniently located near the F, G, and Q subway lines, multiple bus routes, Prospect Park, and the shops, restaurants, and amenities along nearby Cortelyou Road.
This special home offers charm and functionality, is in move-in condition, and has tremendous potential for updating according to your own personal style.

Listing History for 379 East 8th Street

Now
08/17/2026
$1,274,000
Sold and Closed by Ellen S. Simon
Weichert Properties
06/25/2026
Contract Signed by Ellen S. Simon
Weichert Properties

Building Details for 379 East 8th Street

OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeHouse
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1905
Floors/Apts2/1
Learn More About the Building

Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

Cortelyou Rd
0.37 miles
Beverley Rd
0.41 miles
Ditmas Av
0.5 miles

Citi Bike

Matthews Ct & Coney Island Ave
0.13 miles
Cortelyou Rd & E 8 St
0.14 miles

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Ellen Simon
Weichert Properties
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: 106518TH