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Canarsie

Canarsie

Urban Core Neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York

Kings County 11207, 11236

Neighborhood Reviews
3.4
$668,475 Average Value
$524 Average Price per Sq Ft
59 Homes For Sale

Suburban Brooklyn on the waterfront

Overlooking Jamaica Bay, off the last stop on the L train, is Canarsie. This residential neighborhood is known for having detached houses with compact front yards, plentiful parking and strip malls with local businesses. Along the area’s three waterfront sides, amenities such as a fishing pier, a nature preserve and beachfront hiking trails come to life during the summer. With the Belt Parkway crossing Canarsie Pier and Canarsie Park, the area is less developed and less busy than Coney Island. However, that means homeownership is more affordable than in other waterfront Brooklyn neighborhoods. “The price point is a big draw,” says Chris Cavorti, a real estate agent with 17 years of experience in the New York City area. “And because of the zoning, you’re restricted on height. Which really keeps the suburban feel.”

Canarsie Park's Waterfront: A Place for Leisure and Serenity
Canarsie Park's Waterfront: A Place for Leisure and Serenity
A Dutch Colonial in Canarsie,
A Dutch Colonial in Canarsie,
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Houses with easy parking and a gated waterfront community

In Canarsie, most houses include designated parking spots in driveways or backyard garages. Architectural styles prioritize flat brick facades and wooden frames with vinyl siding, as well as some brick bungalows. Prices range from $675,000 to $1.5 million, and residents often offset the cost by making room for renters. “A lot of people are looking to get extra income, so they get a multifamily home and rent out the other unit,” Cavorti says. Condo units range from $250,000 to $500,000, and resemble the houses with their brick exteriors, two- or three-story heights and one-car garages. Seaview Estates, a gated condo community, also has a swimming pool and a tennis court. Co-ops are rare, but units in a multibuilding complex along Fresh Creek are priced between $225,000 and $300,000.

Canarsie has sturdy and stylish brick multifamily homes.
Canarsie has sturdy and stylish brick multifamily homes.
A Co-Op Building with garages in Canarsie.
A Co-Op Building with garages in Canarsie.
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Caribbean cuisine and bulk grocery shopping

Shopping and dining in Canarsie are concentrated on two main thoroughfares: Rockaway Parkway, which goes from the L train station to Canarsie Pier, and Flatlands Avenue, which runs perpendicular. Many restaurants reflect the local Caribbean, Haitian and Jamaican cultures, and specialize in hearty meat dishes, fried fish and beef patties. Closer to the pier, small strip malls have more restaurants and gas stations, and Parkway Plaza, in the middle of the neighborhood, has an Ideal supermarket for groceries. Farther inland, Canarsie Plaza mall has a BJ’s Wholesale Club.

Trini Jam BK is an upscale Caribbean food establishment in Canarsie.
Trini Jam BK is an upscale Caribbean food establishment in Canarsie.
Discover value and variety at BJ's Wholesale Club in Canarsie.
Discover value and variety at BJ's Wholesale Club in Canarsie.
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Larger-than-life costumes and Caribbean food at the pier

Beginning in 2021, residents have been hosting the annual Caribbean Heritage and Juneteenth Festival in Canarsie Park. Attendees are encouraged to wear their biggest and most colorful Carnival-inspired costumes and enjoy performance by stilt dancers. On Memorial Day, the Brooklyn Canarsie Lions Club, a local community organization, also hosts an annual parade.

Scientific, career-oriented middle and high schools

Families have multiple public school options at all grade levels. For preschool through fifth grade, kids can attend P.S. 114 or P.S. 115, both of which have B grades from Niche. For sixth through eighth grades, kids can attend P.S. 66 or the Science and Medicine Middle School, which have C-plus grades. High schools also have C-plus grades, and include the High School for Medical Professions, which caters to students who want to pursue careers in healthcare.

PS 66 goal is to nurture the young minds of its' students.
PS 66 goal is to nurture the young minds of its' students.
65%  Ryder Elementary School of students are at least proficient in math
65% Ryder Elementary School of students are at least proficient in math
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Waterfront activities without the crowds

At 132 acres, Canarsie Park outdoes itself with baseball diamonds, cricket fields and a skatepark. Yacht and canoe clubs in Paerdegat Basin, as well as kayak launches along all three sides of the shoreline, make excellent use of the surrounding Jamaica Bay. Canarsie Pier is a popular fishing spot, and while the Fresh Creek Nature Preserve is largely inaccessible to the public, its shores are popular for birdwatching.

Sailing adventures await at Canarsie's Diamond Point Yacht Club.
Sailing adventures await at Canarsie's Diamond Point Yacht Club.
Canarsie Park's piers offer scenic views of Jamaica Bay.
Canarsie Park's piers offer scenic views of Jamaica Bay.
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Where the L train ends and the expressway picks up

While subway access in Canarsie is limited to the L train, which has its final stop toward the northern border of the neighborhood, half a dozen bus lines loop through the area to take residents to other parts of Brooklyn and into Manhattan. An entrance to the Belt Parkway near Canarsie Pier also provides easy access to JFK Airport and Long Island.

Rockaway Parkway is the closest subway station to Canarsie.
Rockaway Parkway is the closest subway station to Canarsie.
Canarsie has a network of buses that connect with the subway.
Canarsie has a network of buses that connect with the subway.
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Flood zone expenses for homeowners

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, over 10,000 residential buildings in Canarsie have a 1% chance of flooding in any given year. In 2021 and 2022, the city built Tidal Gates in Fresh Creek to reduce flooding risks, and the NYC Department of City Planning has said that Canarsie Park shields residents from significant wave risk. However, homeowners are still affected by potential increases to insurance premiums. “For any mortgage in a flood zone, you’ll be required to have flood insurance,” Cavorti says. “It’s absolutely an added expense.”

Colonial-style homes have modern appeal in the Canarsie neighborhood.
Colonial-style homes have modern appeal in the Canarsie neighborhood.
Canarsie Park's Waterfront: A Place for Leisure and Serenity
Canarsie Park's Waterfront: A Place for Leisure and Serenity
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

John F Kennedy International

15 min drive

Subway

Canarsie-Rockaway Parkway

Subway

East 105 Street

Bus

Ralph Av & Chase Ct

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E 80 St & Flatlands Av

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Rockaway Pky & Skidmore Av

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Flatlands Av & E 101 St

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Av L & Remsen Av

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Rockaway Py & Seaview Av

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Rockaway Py & Av L

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 68 Reviews
3.0 Current Resident
4/23/2018 Niche Review
Canarsie isn't the worst neighborhood but it's definitely not the ideal place to live. The sense of community isn't there. Usually the people I encounter aren't so friendly. There are of course exceptions though.
4.0 Niche User
7/2/2016 Niche Review
I love living in this area. My neighboorhood is quiet and most of the neighbors get along. There is rarely any crimes committed and if so its only misdemanors not any major offense. I would definitely chose to live here again.
3.0 Current Resident
3/13/2019 Niche Review
Its a beautiful neighborhood with a lot of potential. It has a pier and beautiful park extending under the belt parkway with scenic view and therapeutic trails. I would like to see more community awareness. Violence is becoming an issue. It's a very diverse community with majority of the population being Caribbean American. I wish there way public transportation from our pier to the rest of Brooklyn.
3.0 Niche User
7/28/2016 Niche Review
Its okay, Its not too far from the L train station, B17,B82, and B6. But the cost of living is expensive.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Canarsie US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$638,900
Median Single Family Price
$687,500
Median Townhouse Price
$824,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$475,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$299,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$524
Number of Homes for Sale
59
Last 12 months Home Sales
66
Months of Supply
10.70
Median List Price
$675,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,040
Median Year Built
1955
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,530
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,073
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
925
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
614
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
382
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,178

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    2:30 - 4:30pm

    1348 E 99th St, Brooklyn, NY 11236

    $845,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,224 Sq Ft
    • 1348 E 99th St
    • New 1 hour ago

    This move-in ready high ranch home offers comfort and convenience with three spacious bedrooms, a fully finished basement, and a private backyard perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy your morning coffee on the charming front terrace, and take advantage of the home's close proximity to shopping strips and the scenic Canarsie Pier. Located near public transportation, this property combines

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    Anna Diaz
    RE/MAX Team
    (929) 406-0810
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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1 - 3pm

    9801 Seaview Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236

    $989,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,625 Sq Ft
    • 9801 Seaview Ave
    • New 13 days ago

    BEAUTIFUL CORNER PROPERTY!! TWO FAMILY, BRICK, CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF SEAVIEW PARK, SCHOOLS, LOCAL BUSINESSES AND MULTIPLE BUS ROUTES. PROVIDING CONVENIENT ACCESS TO OTHER PARTS OF BROOKLYN, MANHATTAN, AND OR LONG ISLAND.THIS HOME FEATURES TWO BED. OVER TWO BDR. OVER A BEAUTIFUL FINISHED BASEMENT, GREAT FOR EXTRA LIVING SPACE.ONE CAR GARAGE AND A PRIVATE DRIVEWAY.

    Maria Trama BHHS Fillmore R.E.

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    12 - 2pm

    9526 Schenck St Unit 2, Brooklyn, NY 11236

    $449,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 920 Sq Ft
    • 9526 Schenck St
    • Unit 2
    • New 14 days ago

    Nestled in the heart of Canarsie, Brooklyn, this spacious condo offers two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, complete with abundant closet space. Enjoy modern stainless steel appliances—including an in-unit washer and dryer—and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Additional storage and private parking add to the convenience, while proximity to public transportation, Canarsie Pier, local parks,

    Jerry Tenenbaum Top Nest Inc

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
72,283
Median Age
42
Population Density
35 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$69,426
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$89,685

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.5%
College Graduates
27.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.2%
% Population in Labor Force
60.7%
On par with the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
25''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

88 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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