Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
495 E 7th Street #5K
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Active For Sale Co-op

$439,000

495 E 7th Street #5K

Kensington, Brooklyn

MLS® #RLS20098994

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

Open House Scheduled

Thursday, June 25 • 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

REBNY 2025: signed Buyer Representation Agreement required before any showing.

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1962

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1962
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $869/mo
Neighborhood Kensington
Floor 5 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Views: Neighborhood
  • Exposure: West facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 6
View Neighborhood
Exposure West
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1962
Structure Type MultiFamily
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 05376-0068-00495-000-000005K
Block/Lot 05376/0068

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 23, 2026 $439,000 -
Currently Jun 23, 2026 $439,000 -

Description

Welcome to your new home at Unit 5K at 495 East 7th Street in the heart of Kensington, Brooklyn — a west-facing, exquisitely renovated, bright and sunny oversized one-bedroom that has everything you could need or wish for. From the moment you step inside this turnkey apartment, you’ll be captivated by the elegant and thoughtful updates of this tasteful renovation, making the kitchen thoroughly modern with loads of custom cabinetry, glossy quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and a luxurious gooseneck faucet. The gorgeous natural light and the generous proportions of this flexible home will stop you in your tracks, and have you wondering how soon you can move in. Both the living room and bedroom are large enough to allow for a variety of configurations, and the pristine classic hardwood flooring throughout brings it all together into an inviting and cohesive whole. A large entry foyer allows for an office space if you wish, and leads into an expansive living and dining area, and all 4 closets have been customized to maximize storage. The building is well-maintained with a live-in superintendent, updated intercom system, elevators, central laundry room, package room, and bike storage. Parking and storage are wait-listed. Cats are welcome. Ideally located near the vibrant shops, cafes, and weekend Farmers Market on Cortelyou Road, and just minutes from Prospect Park. Multiple transit options nearby include the B, Q, F, and G trains, the B68 bus to Park Slope and downtown Brooklyn, and express buses to Manhattan.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar Entrance Foyer Common On Floor Common Area Laundry Room Flooring: Hardwood

Building Amenities

Bike Storage Elevators

Appliances

Cooktop Gas Cooktop Refrigerator Range Hood Stainless Steel Appliances

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 85
Stories 6
Structure MultiFamily

Financial Details

Maintenance $869/mo

Kensington is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood bordered by Prospect Park to the north and the landmarked Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, with Ocean Parkway running through its center as one of the borough's signature tree-lined boulevards. The housing stock includes brick rowhouses, prewar co-op apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway and Coney Island Avenue, and detached Victorian homes on the side streets, served by the F and G trains at Fort Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue. The B and Q express trains are accessible within a short walk, providing a 30-to-35-minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.

Kensington Live Market Data

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Active Listings

48

Median Asking Price

$665K

Median $/Sqft

$799

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

4

Price Reduced

21%

Sold (30 Days)

8

Median Sale Price

$680K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 6/23/26, 10:44 AM EST

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Location

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495 E 7th Street #5K, Kensington, Kings County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
5
Floors
R6
Zoning District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $127,115,550
Land Value: $4,508,550
Exemptions: $127,115,550

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 139,150 SF
Building Area: 577,381 SF
Built FAR: 4.15
Allowed FAR: 2.43

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $869 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1962, making it approximately 64 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker. Additional notes: one cat

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS20098994
First Listed: 6/20/2026
On Market: 6/23/2026
Price Changed: 6/20/2026
Contract Date: 6/5/2026

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Jacquelynn Rossiter

Listing Contact: (718) 926-5549

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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