538 E 40th Street, New York City, NY 11203 - Photo 1

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$740,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath

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Property Description

Move-In Ready 3-Bedroom Gem on a Tree-Lined Street in East Flatbush 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.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 538 E 40th St

General

Sold For: $740,000
Taxes: $6,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: REBNY
MLS ID: RLS20017699
Added to Site: 270 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 6
Interior Features: Smoke Free
Appliances: Washer Dryer Allowed

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Unit

Exterior

Exterior Features: Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft

Parking

Garage: Yes

Location

County: Kings
Subdivision: Farragut

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Walk-Up
Basement Desc.: Other
Stories/Levels: 2
Year Built: 1920
Other Struct. Feat.: Green Building

Lot Features

Property View: Other
Lot Size: 2000
Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 20.00

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $6,000

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Standard
Property ID: 04956-0028
Block: 4956
Lot Number: 28

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

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Schools

Schools serving 538 E 40th St

School District:New York City Geographic School District 22

Name	Grades	Distance
Ps 198 4105 Farragut Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11210	PK-5	0.4 mi
Andries Hudde School 2500 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210	6-8	1.3 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 538 E 40th St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/14/2025

Price Reduced

$740,000

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MLS

8/14/2025

Sold

$740,000

-1.33%

MLS

4/21/2025

Listed

$750,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

538 E 40th Street, New York City, NY 11203 (MLS# RLS20017699) is a Single Family property that was sold at $740,000 on August 14, 2025. Want to learn more about 538 E 40th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New York City? You can browse all New York City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

538 E 40th St New York City, NY 11203