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2-bedroom apartment for sale in Kensington

525 Ocean Pkwy Apt 4J, Kensington, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11218

$694,000
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About this home

Apartment for sale in Kensington, Brooklyn: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Asking price $694,000. Built in 1963.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Looking for a home with enough space to grow into and enjoy for many years to come? Look no further: this truly spacious residence is the one not to be missed. The bright, east-facing living and dining area is exceptionally large and opens directly onto a generously sized, recently renovated balcony - an inviting extension of the living space well suited for outdoor dining and entertaining. Just off the living area is a true eat-in kitchen offering abundant countertop space, generous cabinetry, and a dishwasher. The king-sized primary bedroom faces east and features two closets, providing both impressive proportions and excellent storage. The second bedroom is surprisingly spacious as well, with a western exposure and two closets. While some updating and upgrades would enhance the apartment, the highly competitive asking price-not only for Kensington, but also compared with neighboring Ditmas Park and Windsor Terrace-leaves plenty of room to make improvements and create a home that truly reflects your style. 525 Ocean Parkway is a professionally managed elevator building offering a live-in superintendent and porter, a first-floor laundry room, and waitlisted parking garage for $175 per month. Cats and dogs are permitted with prior approval, and unlimited subletting is allowed after two years of ownership. Reasonable monthly maintenance includes real estate taxes and all utilities except electricity. Ideally located just one block from Cortelyou Road at the crossroads of Kensington and Ditmas Park, the building puts popular cafes, restaurants, shopping, and everyday conveniences within easy reach. Commuting is convenient with both the Q and F trains nearby, along with express bus service on Cortelyou Road. The flip tax is $40 per share and is payable by the seller. In addition, there is a $1,000 transfer fee payable by the buyer and a separate $1,000 transfer fee payable by the seller. If you're searching for a spacious home with tremendous potential in one of Brooklyn's most established and convenient neighborhoods, Apartment 4J is ready to welcome you.

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 74/100 · Complete

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  • Details16/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
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    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • Full points: Heat or utilities mentioned1/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 335 words3/3
  • True cost15/15
    • Full points: Running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)8/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1963, 62 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
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    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

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Compared with the area

Asks $694,000, 13% below the median asking price for 2-bedroom homes for sale in Kensington.

Median here
$799,000
19 listings, last 90 days

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More about Kensington

Location

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Nearby transit

  • Ditmas AvF8 min walk
  • 18 AvF12 min walk
  • Newkirk PlazaB Q12 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 22

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The building

62 units · 6 floors · built 1963

Building record for 525 Ocean Parkway

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

525 Ocean Parkway · BBL 3-05400-0091 · built 1963 · 62 units

Roofy building score 75/100 · Mostly fineAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
6 (A 0 · B 3 · C 3)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
Had 1 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$680,000 on Jun 16, 2026

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 525 Ocean Parkway. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

3 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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