$1,211,194Average Value$1,420Average Price per Sq Ft74Homes For Sale
Rising towers and later hours
Serving as Brooklyn’s civic center, Downtown Brooklyn has traditionally been a business district buzzing with activity by day and sleepy streets at night. In recent years the neighborhood has undergone a dramatic transformation, with new development bringing upscale residential towers, retail and nightlife to the area. Continued investment in the neighborhood includes a $40 million city-funded project to improve streetscapes and public space, and $1 billion worth of improvements to NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering. “People want to be there because of proximity to the city,” says Carolyn Cedar, a Brooklyn broker of 19 years. “All the big amenities are there. There are larger retail opportunities. There’s so many ways it’s a destination neighborhood.”
Downtown Brooklyn's skyline redefined by the impressive Brooklyn Tower
Downtown Brooklyn has a number of high end dining options.
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Old Brooklyn dining and trendy bars
As the neighborhood boomed, restaurants and retailers moved in to serve the burgeoning population. City Point is a vertical mall housing a movie theater, Trader Joe’s, Target and the Dekalb Market Hall, a foodie destination with more than 35 vendors. The historic Gage & Tollner is a recently restored oyster and chop house with a nautical-themed bar in the basement. Shopping options along the revived Fulton Mall include Macy’s and outlets from Banana Republic and Gap. Indie boutiques can be found in nearby in Cobble Hill and Boerum Hill. Circa Brewing Company is cavernous with beer-making on site, and Livingston Manor is a cozy Catskills-inspired bar serving craft cocktails. Additional grocery stores in the area include Whole Foods and Brooklyn Fare.
Experience the iconic flavors of Junior's, a Downtown Brooklyn institution
Foodies flock to Dekalb Market in Downtown Brooklyn.
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Brooklyn Tower soars above Downtown Brooklyn, a testament to modern architecture
Luxury condos and postwar co-ops
Condominiums in gleaming high-rises, including Brooklyn’s first supertall measuring over 1,000 feet, offer designer interiors, luxurious materials, stunning views of Manhattan and New York Harbor, and extensive indoor and outdoor amenities. Homes start at $1 million for a studio; two-bedrooms can be listed for as much as $4 million. Co-ops offer more affordability. Asking prices for homes in postwar buildings range from about $425,000 for a studio to $850,000 for a two-bedroom.
Improvements ahead and Brooklyn Bridge Park
A popular place for relaxing under the shade of trees or a pickup game of soccer, Cadman Plaza and its open green is undergoing a $6.4 million renovation including new paths, turf replacement and a café. The adjacent Walt Whitman Park features a splash pad. For water views and a world-class park, Brooklyn Bridge Park is about a 20-minute walk west. The New York Transit Museum, located in an inactive subway station is a popular destination.
Columbus Park is a park at the southern end of Cadman Plaza, in Downtown Brooklyn
A beautiful city view and kayakers can be enjoyed at Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse.
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A transit hub, bridges and the BQE
Virtually every subway line passes through Downtown Brooklyn, making transit to other parts of the city quick and easy. Travel time to Midtown Manhattan is about 30 minutes. For those traveling by car, entrances to the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges and the Brooklyn Queens Expressway are in Downtown Brooklyn.
A picturesque stroll on Downtown Brooklyn's Brooklyn Bridge Promenade
Borough Hall Station, the central transit hub of Downtown Brooklyn
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A prestigious private school and strong charter
In the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, the prestigious Quaker Brooklyn Friends School enrolls students prekindergarten through Grade 12 and receives an A plus rating from Niche. Charter Brooklyn Prospect High School offers an International Baccalaureate (IB) and receives a B rating from Niche.
Brooklyn Friends School is an independent, college preparatory Quaker school in Downtown Brooklyn
Brooklyn Prospect teaches students to support others by grounding every action in empathy.
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Parks in this Area
Maritcha R. Lyons Park
Trails
Playground
Walt Whitman Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Columbus Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Events
McLaughlin Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Trinity Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Cadman Plaza Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Events
Korean War Veterans Plaza
Picnic Area
Trails
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Transit
Airport
Laguardia
18 min drive
Subway
Borough Hall-Court Street
Subway
High Street
Subway
Jay Street-Borough Hall
Subway
Lawrence Street-Metrotech
Subway
Hoyt Street-Schermerhorn Street
Subway
Hoyt Street (2,3 Line)
Subway
Dekalb Avenue (B,D,M,N,Q,R Line)
Bus
Livingston St & Hoyt St
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Fulton St & Bond St
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Livingston St & Smith St
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Sands St & Pearl St
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Livingston St & Nevins St
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Myrtle Av & Prince St
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Nassau St & Gold St
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.017 Reviews
4.0Niche User
9/6/2016Niche Review
I absolutely love it here. It's a staggering difference from the small, rural town I moved from. There is always something to do and the food is great. I live right next to my college as well which is extremely convenient.
4.0Current Resident
5/23/2023Niche Review
I really enjoy my neighborhood. Everything I need is within walking distance and I the area is very convenient to travel to and from. It's generally well-maintained and the population is diverse and also generally nice. The only real downside is that it is expensive, which I don't expect to change. It would be nice if it was more affordable.
4.0Current Resident
1/31/2018Niche Review
Downtown Brooklyn is an up and coming neighborhood in the city. A lot of growth is changing the feel of the neighborhood but mostly in positive ways. Crime is down, businesses are moving in, and this mini-Manhattan is starting to make its mark.
5.0Former Resident
7/3/2018Niche Review
Brooklyn is my home.. I love fort Greene.. the landmarks.. ps67 is the first black school.. fort Greene park was an actual fort.. slave burial ground as well
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown Brooklyn
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
9
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
9
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn sell after 94 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $1,557,823, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to Residence 7B at Alfred on Fleet - where sophisticated design meets the vibrant energy of Downtown Brooklyn. This expansive 818-square-foot one-bedroom home offers a sun-drenched, open layout complemented by floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony with unobstructed city skyline views. High ceilings and wide-plank white oak flooring enhance the contemporary
CORNER 2 BED / 2 BATH WITH TAX ABATEMENT IN BOERUM HILL*Please note, the facade is temporarily obscured by scaffolding with netting. The photos do not reflect the true light conditions.Welcome to Residence 5D at 319 Schermerhorn Street, a 2-bedroom, 2-bath corner unit in the full-service Nevins Condominium. This thoughtfully designed 1,115-square-foot home offers a functional
Welcome to 10 Nevins, PHB - a beautiful, top floor home in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn. This two bedroom, two bath penthouse features beautiful finishes, ample storage, and unparalleled views of Brooklyn. You ll enjoy entertaining friends or a leisurely evening to yourself in this luxurious home. Stunningly designed, the open chef s windowed kitchen is complete with white oak finishes, modern
12 months Common Charges paid by Sponsor! Showing by appointment. Contact the Exclusive Agent at Nest Seekers to schedule a tour! Residence 26C at 10 Nevins is a spacious 1164 Square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. West-facing, wide open views over Downtown Brooklyn this home features an open plan and luxurious primary suite, secondary bedroom, a large kitchen with dining area and ceilings heights
Live in Style Without Breaking the Bank!Why pay sky-high prices for new construction when you can have it all at 85 Livingston?This studio apartment in a full-service doorman building offers a modern feel at a fraction of the cost. Apartment Highlights:Wide plank white oak floors throughoutBonus: ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED (electric, gas, water, heat, and air)Building Perks:24-hour doorman, live-in
Welcome to 10 Nevins, PHB - a beautiful, top floor home in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn.This two bedroom, two bath penthouse features beautiful finishes, ample storage, and unparalleled views of Brooklyn. You’ll enjoy entertaining friends or a leisurely evening to yourself in this luxurious home.Stunningly designed, the open chef’s windowed kitchen is complete with white oak
Experience unparalleled luxury in one of the highest studios in the building, the only one offering spectacular panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and the expansive East River. This apartment boasts a designer layout that allows for versatile configurations, accentuating the high ceilings and spacious interior. With north-west exposures, the home is flooded with natural light. The chef’s
421a Surcharges Will Apply - NO BROKER FEES. The Brooklyner known as the tallest building in the borough, is located at 111 Lawrence Street and offers apartments in downtown Brooklyn. Choose from efficient and modern Brooklyn apartments designed with Italian cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, solar window shades, and stellar views. Residents can take
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
32,891
Median Age
36
Population Density
109 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$121,345
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$149,122
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.6%
College Graduates
70.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
35.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
91/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
99/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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