$658,545Average Value$434Average Price per Sq Ft31Homes For Sale
A tight-knit Brooklyn community with waterfront homes
A working-class, family-friendly enclave in south Brooklyn, Gerritsen Beach was once a summer community in the 1920s before becoming home to year-round residents over the century. Today, this close-knit, slightly secluded neighborhood still has its bungalows, but most properties consist of single-family houses, detached duplexes or multibedroom, waterfront homes, as well as prewar co-ops. Situated between Sheepshead Bay to the west and the preserved wetlands of Marine Park to the east, it’s seaside living sans the urban bustle of the rest of Brooklyn. Jerry Minsky, a licensed real estate agent with Douglas Elliman, says the area is “an urban alternative to more suburban areas in Long Island or New Jersey.” Access to public transit, however, is rather cumbersome and the area is at risk of flooding. As opposed to the rest of New York City, where the renters are the majority, nearly 84 percent of residents own property, and price points are considerably lower.
Homes like this colorful Dutch colonial can be found within Gerritsen Beach.
A view of Gerritsen Beach from the Salt Marsh Nature Trail.
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Single-family homes, detached duplexes, bungalows and co-ops
Many homes are prewar, circa 1920s, but some newer and renovated properties have come along post-Hurricane Sandy. Price points for single-family homes hover around $699,000, but the average home sale is $529,976, with a median single-family price of $615,000. Cozy, waterfront bungalows can go for $699,000, a newer single-family duplex for $648,000, and a colonial revival, detached duplex with a garage and terrace near the beach can list for $699,000. Prewar co-ops in mid-rise buildings are priced much lower, ranging between $165,000 for a one-bedroom to $239,000 for a three-bedroom. Some waterfront properties with boat slips along Plumb Beach Channel start at $1 million. Many of the homes are fixer-uppers and in need of renovation. Further south, bungalows and colonial-style duplexes are tightly packed along narrow, bayside streets, and docks and boat slips line Plumb Beach Channel, which runs inland along the western border of Gerritsen Beach.
A row of newer homes in Gerritsen Beach.
Expansive apartment buildings can be seen along the northern part of Gerritsen Beach.
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Local shops and pubs along Gerritsen Avenue
Gerritsen Avenue is the main commercial drag of the community, with locally-owned shops, bodegas, pharmacies, pizzerias and pubs. Path of Cha offers a wide selection of gourmet teas, Tommy’s Italian Ices serves up cold treats, and The Gather Inn Again, a divey gastropub where the local volunteer firefighters tend to gather, are all along the avenue. On the waterfront, Tamaqua Bar & Marina is the main gathering spot for food and evening life. For groceries, Key Food can also be found along the northern end of the neighborhood, with several local markets in between.
Victoria Pizzeria is one of the oldest restaurants in Gerritsen Beach.
Tamaqua Bar & Marina is an iconic establishment in Gerritsen Beach.
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Limited public school in and around the area
P.S. 277 Gerritsen Beach Elementary is the only public elementary school in the neighborhood, and it receives an A rating on Niche. In neighboring Marine Park, J.H.S. 278 serves middle school students and receives an A-minus rating, while in Sheepshead Bay, New Visions Charter High School - Advanced Math & Science, which has a B-plus-rating on Niche, was ranked as the number 14 charter high school in the state.
New Visions Charter High School for Advanced Math/ Science has a beautiful campus.
JHS 278 Marine Park provides educational excellence, preparing young minds for a bright future.
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Preserved wetlands, hiking trails, and a private beach
The lush salt marsh and preserved grassy parklands of Marine Park are simply stunning, especially along the hiking trails. Residents can access the park and its trails on the southeastern side of the neighborhood. Several scenic points of interest from the trails are accessible by residents, including Point Lookout, which offers views of Manhattan and Jamaica Bay, and White Island Lookout, which overlooks the creek. Notably, it’s Brooklyn’s largest green space, complete with baseball fields, skate parks, bocce courts, canoe launch sites, a golf course, playgrounds and more. The Kiddie Beach, a private beach for local residents only, can be accessed at the end of Post Court and Hyman Court.
Kiddie Beach is a small well kept up beach in Gerritsen Beach.
Marine Park has a popular Golf Course close to Gerritsen Beach.
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Express bus with access to Manhattan
There are no subway stops in the neighborhood, nor a ferry, however the BM4 Super Express bus brings residents to Midtown Manhattan via Madison Avenue for $7 each way. The nearest subway is one mile west into Sheepshead Bay, but the B31 bus line runs up the avenue and will take you to the Q train in roughly 10 minutes. Belt Parkway, which leads to Manhattan or farther east, is accessible via Knapp Street.
Gerritsen Beach counts with the BM4, and B31 Buses to connect with Brooklyn and Manhattan.
The Q and B Sheepshead Bay Train connects with buses to Gerritsen Beach.
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Nature-based events at Marine Park
Brooklyn Public Library holds regular story time events, and in warmer months, residents head to Marine Park for outdoor events. Marine Park Alliance also holds regular outdoor survival courses, nature-based workshops and celebrations.
Important things to know
Subway is not readily accessible, except via bus. The area is also at risk for flooding.
The Sheepshead Bay Train Station is 15 min away from Gerritsen Beach.
The Tamaqua Marina shows how close the houses are to the water level in Gerritsen Beach.
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Parks in this Area
Marine Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Boating
Seba Playground
Baseball/Softball
Skateboard
Playground
Transit
Airport
John F Kennedy International
22 min drive
Bus
Gerritsen Av & Gerritsen Bch
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Gerritsen Av & Gotham Av
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Gerritsen Av & Lois Av
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Gerritsen Av & Av V
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Gerritsen Av & Whitney Av
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Gerritsen Av & Seba Av
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Gerritsen Av & Everett Av
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.711 Reviews
5.0Current Resident
2/28/2024Niche Review
I have recently moved to the Gerritsen Beach area and I am enjoying my time here. There is a nice beach at the end of the street and a playground near that my siblings enjoy going to. The only thing that I would say is a con would be when the weather gets bad it is so loud since we are closer to the water, I do not know how it is further up. Overall, it is a nice and safe neighborhood.
5.0Current Resident
3/16/2018Niche Review
Small neighborhood with lots of friendly neighbors! I feel very safe walking around, no matter what time you are out.
4.0Current Resident
9/5/2022Niche Review
Gerritsen Beach is a neighborhood that is a safe area to raise children. The community is very friendly and people can walk around freely there without having to be scared. There is an elementary school here and the teachers are all nice. There aren't many stores around but u can get the necessary items in walking distance.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Gerritsen Beach
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn sell after 128 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $513,907, down 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
One family home with detached garage in the heart of Gerritsen Beach. First floor features a spacious eat-in kitchen, living room, full bath and utility room with washing machine. Upstairs features three bedrooms, including a large bright Master Bedroom, a full bath and scuttle attic storage. Adjacent lot for sale under separate listing.
Gerritsen Beach! 1 Family Attached / Brick Duplex across from a unique preserved parkland. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout enhance this home's beauty. The Living room, Dining room, Kitchen and half bathroom are located on the 1st floor. The 2nd floor includes a skylight, 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and a linen closet. There is an unfinished basement awaiting your finishing
Gerritsen BeachSunny, This freshly painted, modern house has an open floor plan on the first floor featuring large living room and dining room that have sliders to the deck. The kitchen has lots of cabinets for storage. The second floor features 2 bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and a full bath. There are hardwood floors throughout. This house is totally rebuilt in the 90's from top to
3 Bedroom Coop located on the top floor for sale in Sheepshead Bay. This unit has a great layout that consists of Living Room, Eat in Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms with closets, and a Full Bathroom. Other features include Great Light from windows in all rooms, Dishwasher, Plenty of closets, laundry room in building, and well maintained courtyard. Monthly Maintenance is $1,392.35 covers all: Electricity,
First offering!! Huge 10,000+ sq ft waterfront lot. Excellent for development/ or marina. 4 Docks included. Property sold AS-IS. All offers must provide Proof of Funds and Attorney information.
This spacious, Lovely 1 Family Detached 3 bedroom duplex, featuring 2 bathrooms, is located in the New Section of Gerritsen Beach. Eat in new kitchen with granite countertops~ formal dining room~ boasts a large Living room~ Laundry Room. Private Backyard ~ Each floor has it own thermostat ~ Many Closets ~ plus storage space ~Close to Transportation ~ Schools and a Variety of Shopping
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,758
Median Age
48
Population Density
34 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$87,714
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,920
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.6%
Advanced Degrees
14.6%
% Population in Labor Force
58.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
64/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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