Peaceful neighborhood near a park, beach and boardwalk
Gravesend is a diverse, family-oriented community in South Brooklyn that benefits from its close proximity to Coney Island’s beach and amusement park. Though the name might be a deterrent, one theory claims that Gravesend is named after the Dutch word for “Count’s beach.” The area also offers a blend of coop buildings, new condo developments and multifamily homes. “It's becoming appealing to a lot of new buyers because Bay Ridge has gotten more expensive," says Jerry Minsky, a Brooklyn native and Douglas Elliman agent. Scenic Ocean Parkway is another draw, a five-mile-long, tree-shaded path that leads down to Brighton Beach and the Coney Island Boardwalk.
Homes in Long Island, NY, offer a suburban retreat with a mix of coastal charm and modern living
New condos are available to live in Gravesend.
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New condo buildings for a good value
Housing runs the gamut from high-rise, postwar coops and new boutique condo buildings to semi-detached homes and large single family. High-rises are more common here than other South Brooklyn neighborhoods and congregate around Cropsey Avenue, making it possible to nab a unit with Verrazzano Bridge views. A two-bedroom in a new condo build lists for around $750,000. Prices range from $200,000 for a coop to at least $800,000 for a three-bedroom rowhome; the overall median is closer to $1.2 million. The higher end accounts for detached and semi-attached homes. Some of the most desirable homes line the wide sidewalks of Ocean Parkway, designed by Frederick Olmsted, best known for Central Park. These homes tend to be ornate and single-family, but they rarely come on the market.
Condos in Gravesend are an alternative to people who don't require a lot of space.
Gravesend offers residents a dense urban feel.
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Diverse restaurants and local businesses
Kings Highway is a significant corridor for local businesses, diverse restaurants and chains, but everyday essentials can be found throughout Gravesend. The area benefits from major supermarket chains, including Foodtown and Key Foods, and local grocers for kosher and halal foods. Generations of New Yorkers have been visiting L&B Spumoni Gardens since 1939 for thick slices of Sicilian pizza. Nearby Mtskheta Café is a go-to for huge portions of authentic food from the country of Georgia.
The Kings Highway Key Foods store serves as a convenient and local grocery shopping destination.
Kosher Plaza is a small neighborhood grocery store located in Gravesend.
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Public and private religious schools
Students can attend P.S. 95 The Gravesend, a public school for kindergarten through eighth grade. It holds an A minus on Niche and offers a gifted and talented program. Abraham Lincoln High School is an option for grades nine through 12, located on scenic Ocean Parkway. Great Schools ranks it a three out of 10. There are also a small number of private religious schools, including Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy and Gesher Yehuda yeshiva.
Public schools in Gravesend are above average.
Our Lady of Grace Academy is a private Catholic School in Gravesend, Brooklyn.
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Waterfront park and tree-lined parkway
The neighborhood has several pocket parks for handball courts and shaded benches, but the 85-acre Calvert Vaux Park is the largest. Wildlife congregates along its restored waterfront, and the park also features winding paths, a playground, bocce ball courts and a soccer field. A model aircraft field allows for model craft enthusiasts to test out their creations. Ocean Parkway is another local favorite, an approximately five-mile stretch for running, biking or strolling its tree-lined path.
Calvert Veux Park is the go-to place for soccer practice for Gravesend residents.
Gravesend is located in Kings County.
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Decent subway access but a longer commute
The D, F, Q, and N trains service parts of Gravesend, with the express D train reaching Midtown in about an hour. Numerous bus routes provide additional access for Brooklyn and Manhattan. Many residents own cars and take advantage of Belt Parkway’s proximity.
Gravesend residents have different modes of transportation.
Gravesend residents can take the N Train to get to Manhattan in minutes.
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Parks in this Area
McDonald Playground
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Colonel David Marcus Playground
Basketball
Playground
Brighton Playground
Basketball
Playground
Scarangella Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Calvert Vaux Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
Marlboro Playground
Basketball
Playground
Transit
Airport
John F Kennedy International
24 min drive
Subway
Avenue X
Subway
Gravesend-86 Street
Subway
Avenue P
Subway
Avenue U (F Line)
Subway
Kings Highway (F Line)
Subway
Kings Highway (N Line)
Subway
Avenue U (N Line)
Subway
25 Avenue
Subway
Bay 50 Street
Bus
Av Z & Shell Rd
Bus
Stillwell Av & 25 Av
Bus
Av X & West St
Bus
Stillwell Av & Av Z
Bus
Stillwell Av & Kings HWY
Bus
Cropsey Av & 26 Av
Bus
Bay Pky & 78 St
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.520 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
6/17/2024Niche Review
In my experience of growing up in Gravesend, it is very calm in that sense. In the morning and evening, you have the rush hours where multitude of people are heading into Coney Island for the last stop and transfers. I think its a great neighborhood but maybe if it was a bit more active. it would be better.
1.0Current Resident
11/25/2020Niche Review
Crime is terrible I've been here my whole life its very diverse which I love and that everything is walking distance and the d train is right up the block the only thing is crimes and rent prices try not to go out at night and in the day stay Aware of your surroundings stay safe
4.0Niche User
5/3/2016Niche Review
I only ever seen one crime take place and the police took care of it.
3.0Niche User
5/19/2016Niche Review
I haven't lived here for long, but I heard the crime rate here is okay. Since I've been here, I have never seen anyone arrested. I think it's because there's a police station right around the corner.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Gravesend
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Gravesend, Brooklyn sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Gravesend, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $703,085, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
100,670
Median Age
42
Population Density
51 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,740
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,451
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.7%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
57.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
72/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
94/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
97/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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