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$520,577$425 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $143,000 on Nov 10, 1997

978 CLEVELAND ST

BROOKLYN, NY 11208
0
Baths
1,224 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,800 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$521K
$491K low$550K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$143,000 · Nov 10, 1997
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$206,645
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$165,316
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.59%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$313,932
* OTHER INSTITUTIONAL LENDERS · recorded Jan 4, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,466 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$27,216 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,039
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,177
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$580,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.120 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.56%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyKings
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Foreclosure Filings(10)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
P.S. 273 Wortman SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Van Siclen Community Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi

District: New York City Geographic School District 19

Neighborhood · ZIP 11208These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.107

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.97,661
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.34,063 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,462
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,969
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

978 Cleveland St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 88% of homes in Brooklyn 11208
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Kings County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Brooklyn 11208
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Spring Creek
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Brooklyn 11208

What homes are worth in Brooklyn 11208

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$303K$950K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Brooklyn 11208.

How it measures up in Brooklyn 11208

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brooklyn 11208.

Estimated value$520,577
CheaperTypical $654,869Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$425
CheaperTypical $525Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,064 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size1,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,004 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 978 Cleveland St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpring CreekBrooklyn 11208Kings County
Estimated valuepricier than$520,57757% of homes12% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42552% of homes16% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²40% of homes12% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,800 ft²17% of homes21% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than196039% of homes77% of homes75% of homes

About 978 Cleveland St

How much is 978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY is $520,577 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $491,358 to $549,796. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY last sell?

978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY last sold on Nov 10, 1997 for $143,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY?

978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY has 1,224 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY built?

978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY?

978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY is assigned to P.S. 273 Wortman School (elementary), rated D; Van Siclen Community Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in New York City Geographic School District 19. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY compare to other homes in Brooklyn 11208?

Among the 9,402 homes in Brooklyn 11208, it is worth more than 12% of them ($520,577 against a typical $654,869), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($425 against a typical $525), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 2,064 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (1,800 ft² against a typical 2,004 ft²) and it is newer than 77% of them (1960 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Kings County, it is worth more than 26% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 Cleveland St, Brooklyn, NY was $5,466. The county assessed it at $27,216.

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