$7,719 Closing Credit¹
#824775, Listing Office: HomeSmart Dynamic Realty
$719,000 List price
438 Shepherd Ave Brooklyn, NY 11208
$8,538
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,552 sqft
0.06 acres
$463 / sqft
House
Property details
About 438 Shepherd Ave
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 Don’t Miss this Incredible Opportunity!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard
StatusActive
CoolingWall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,552 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.0574 Acres
Year built1920
MLS #841798
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Storage
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Baseboard
- Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $719,000
- Price/SqFt: $463
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,661
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Use Google Maps
- Year Built: 1920
- Living Area: 1,552 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.0574 Acres
- MLS Number: 841798
- MLS Name: ONEKEY2
- Office Name: Capri Jet Realty Corp
- Office Phone: (718) 388-2188
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2016 | Home Sold | $375,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $53,580 | $1,661 |
| 2023 | $52,380 | $1,568 |
| 2021 | $49,080 | $2,939 |
| 2019 | $41,040 | $1,478 |
| 2018 | $6,506 | $1,017 |
| 2017 | $6,148 | $855 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
P.S. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•111 Berriman St
5
P.S. 158 Warwick School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•400 Ashford St
2
East New York Elementary School of Excellence
Public District PK-5
0.3 mi
•605 Shepherd Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $42,813. Typical income of Brooklyn, NY residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
38%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
33%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
19%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Foot Locker
Ross Dress For Less
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Jack In The Box
Popeyes
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Nissan
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 438 Shepherd Ave
The listing price of 438 Shepherd Ave property is $719,000.
The property 438 Shepherd Ave is a house located in Brooklyn, New York, 11208.
Active Listing: 438 Shepherd Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 438 Shepherd Ave are: P.S. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), P.S. 158 Warwick School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), East New York Elementary School of Excellence (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Achievement First Apollo Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Liberty Avenue Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Vista Academy (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), School for Classics High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Transit Tech Career and Technical Education High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,661 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 17, 2016 for $375,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 438 Shepherd Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 438 Shepherd Ave is 1,552 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 438 Shepherd Ave is 1920.
This home is located at 438 Shepherd Ave in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11208 in the East New York neighborhood. This 1,552 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $719,000.
In March 2025 more than 22 listings in Brooklyn, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 171 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 156 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Brooklyn, NY increased by 3.8% between February and March 2025. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 142 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $995,066.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.