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$750,000

538 E 40th St New York City, NY 11203

3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
House

Property details

About 538 E 40th St

Move-In Ready 3-Bedroom Gem on a Tree-Lined Street in East Flatbush<br> <br> Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of East Flatbush, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of Brooklyn charm and modern comfort. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the peaceful residential feel, all while being minutes from vibrant local amenities. The home features a private driveway, full garage, and a spacious backyard-ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, enjoy an upgraded kitchen with contemporary finishes, two full bathrooms, and generous living spaces throughout. With brand-new mechanicals and a full-sized washer and dryer, this home is truly move-in ready. A rare opportunity to own a turn-key property on one of the neighborhood's most desirable blocks.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br>

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusSale Pending
BasementYes
Year built1920
MLS #RLS20017699
ViewOther

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Smoke Free
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • View: Other
  • Exterior: Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
  • Architectural Style: Walk-Up
  • List Price: $750,000
  • Year Built: 1920
  • MLS Number: RLS20017699
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
  • Office Phone: (212) 906-9234
  • Listing Agent: PHILLIP S ACHA
  • Agent Phone: (646) 678-6203

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Nearby schools

5

P.S. 198 Brooklyn

Public Magnet PK-5

0.4 mi

4105 Farragut Rd

7

P.S. 208 Elsa Ebeling School

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

4801 Avenue D

3

P.S. 361 East Flatbush Early Childhood School

Public District KG-2

0.6 mi

1957 Nostrand Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $96,875. The majority of New York City, NY residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

16%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
43%
100k-200k
5%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • IKEAIKEA

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • QuiznosQuiznos

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • AudiAudi
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 538 E 40th St

The listing price of 538 E 40th St property is $750,000.

The property 538 E 40th St is a house located in New York City, New York, 11203.

Sale Pending: 538 E 40th St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

The nearby schools for 538 E 40th St are: P.S. 198 Brooklyn (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), P.S. 208 Elsa Ebeling School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), P.S. 361 East Flatbush Early Childhood School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), P.S. 181 Brooklyn (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), P.S. 109 Brooklyn (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Midwood High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Kurt Hahn Expeditionary Learning School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Cultural Academy for the Arts and Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

The property at 538 E 40th St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The year of construction for 538 E 40th St is 1920.

This home is located at 538 E 40th St in New York City, NY and zip code 11203 in the Farragut neighborhood. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $750,000.

In June 2025 more than 232 listings in New York City, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1007 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 715 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in New York City, NY between May and June 2025 decreased by 4.3%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $881,252, while the average time on the real estate market was 99 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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