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Historic housing between commercial districts and a destination park
The draw to living in Prospect Park South is in its name. While all of Brooklyn is familiar with its central destination park, relatively few neighborhoods boast next-block-over proximity. Outside its namesake green space and beyond the busy commercial blocks of Church Avenue, a lesser-known trove of ornate late 19th- and early 20th-century manors meld with the rest of the Victorian Flatbush, bringing an unexpected, verdant suburban feel to blocks of more typical Brooklyn mid-rises and rowhouses. “I’ve only seen the area get more beautiful over the years. The Victorian homes are phenomenal, and it’s like the flip side of a coin to Park Slope,” says Terrence Harding, founder of The Hard Cost Team at Compass who grew up in Prospect Park South. “When you saw neighborhoods like that and Cobble Hill start pricing people out, buyers started to look at the beautiful homes in Prospect Park South. The proximity to the park and transportation are key. You can step out of a co-op close to Church Avenue and pop across the street to the train.” The active cultural and commercial life of Brooklyn fill thoroughfares and park venues on the edges of Prospect Park South, just a quick walk or bike ride away from blocks of garden-fronted estates.
Single-family homes typically sell for $2.5 million to $4 million in Prospect Park South.
Church and Flatbush Avenues are the commercial epicenters of Prospect Park South.
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Prospect Park and the Parade Ground
Corinthian columns support the Prospect Park Peristyle, a neo-classical gateway to the southernmost edge of Prospect Park. The massive Brooklyn centerpiece spans more than 400 acres, packed with historic architecture and amenities ranging from the Prospect Park Zoo and nearby Brooklyn Botanic Garden, to playgrounds, to seasonal hubs like an ice-skating rink and pedal boat-filled lake. Tree-shaded walking and biking paths link destinations from Prospect Park Lake to Grand Army Plaza. “Every morning, there’s people running and cycling around the park. What’s great about Prospect Park South is it’s right next to the Parade Ground, and that’s where the big tennis center and the fields where all the youth sport organizations play on Saturdays and Sundays are,” Harding says. Those wanting a more exclusive tennis experience can join the waitlist for the Knickerbocker Field Club, a collection of five clay courts hidden between Prospect Park South mid-rises. Prospective members of The Knick should be warned – the current applicant waiting period is estimated to be at least six years.
Prospect Park's bike loop gives Prospect Park South residents a safe and fun place to ride.
Parade Ground is a large outdoor sports complex hosting local teams in Prospect Park South.
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Prospect Park events and the Prospect Park South Halloween Parade
Prospect Park comes alive with community events throughout the year, but the BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn Festival is among the most iconic, a free summer-spanning celebration of diverse musical artists that has taken over the park’s bandshell for nearly half a century. An enormous Smorgasburg pops up on Breeze Hill each Sunday afternoon from April through October, drawing tent-browsing foodies from across the borough. As leaves begin to change in Prospect Park South itself, historic district homeowners start spending weekends positioning life-sized skeletons and climbing ladders to hang faux cobwebs. Halloween is huge in this neighborhood, known as both a trick-or-treat destination and as the site of the annual Prospect Park South Halloween Parade. Playwright David Lindsay-Abaire is a Pulitzer and Tony winner, but locally, he’s known for helping to organize the parade and decking out his Queen Anne home's wraparound porch with dozens of creepy animatronics and brilliant orange and purple lighting.
One of the stalls at Smorgasburg in Prospect Park has a rainbow of juices and teas.
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn is the longest, free, outdoor performing festival in Prospect Park.
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Living in the Prospect Park South Historic District and nearby co-ops
The Prospect Park South Historic District is bounded by Church Avenue, Beverley and Stratford roads and subway tracks, but the divide would be obvious even without street signs. Mid-rise commercial and residential buildings fall away, replaced by carefully preserved, historic single-family homes separated by lush, mature trees and landscaping that create a sensibility the developer Dean Alvord defined as, “rus in urbe,” or “the country in the city.” Tudor Revival manors and Queen Annes stand across grassy medians or one-way streets from one another, lining sidewalks with the trending architectural styles of the early 20th century that carry through the rest of Brooklyn's Victorian Flatbush. Single-family homes typically sell for $2.5 million to $4 million, but their desirability, relatively low stock and diverse styles and sizes mean that prices can vary widely.
Higher-density developments outside the historic district make it so that most Prospect Park South residents either rent apartments or live in co-ops and condos in mid-rise buildings. “Back around 2008, 416 Ocean Avenue is one of the buildings that started setting prices around $1 million and offering full-service amenities like a doorman. It’s a staple of the neighborhood, all the new construction came up around it. It used to be a hotel, the Brooklyn Dodgers stayed there,” Harding says. Brick prewar buildings stand blocks away from sleek new construction, and prices for units with three or fewer bedrooms range from $450,000 to $1 million depending on luxury amenities and proximity to the penthouse.
Co-ops in pre-war buildings range from $450,000 to $1 million in Prospect Park South.
The Prospect Park South Historic District is one of the most unique areas in NYC.
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Shopping and dining on Church Avenue
Church Avenue brings a commercial district through the heart of Prospect Park South, lined with first-floor storefronts and larger retail footprints that range from the Seven Stars Seafood Market to Bobby’s Department Store. Produce displays hug the corner of 19th and Church at Church Fruit Farm. Target is farther down the street past fast-casual restaurants serving Chinese, Mexican and Haitian cuisines. Coney Island Avenue and Cortelyou Road position further restaurants within blocks of home, like Werkstatt, a small, retro Austrian joint that opens onto the sidewalk when weather permits and Cafe Madeline, a cozy spot for coffee, salads and smoothie bowls that sits across the street from a Key Food Supermarket and a block away from the Flatbush Food Co-op. Several houses of worship hold services throughout the neighborhood, including a masjid, episcopal church and reform synagogue.
Wheated serves a wide selection of homemade pizza.
Target is one of the largest stores in Prospect Park South, located on Church Avenue.
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Three subway stations to access the B and Q
Riders can board the B and Q at three train stations within Prospect Park South, and the F, G, 2 and 5 lines are accessible several blocks to the east and west. A few bus lines pass along Prospect Park South’s borders, and the B35 makes stops along Church Avenue. A few streets are lined with shared or designated bike lanes, and pedestrians traverse sidewalks throughout Prospect Park South’s blocks. Manhattan is about 11 miles away from home. New York State Route 27 passes through the neighborhood, offering a 10-mile drive to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Kings County Hospital is less than 2 miles away.
Church Avenue train station is a busy hub for the B and Q lines leading to Prospect Park South.
The Beverly Road Q train station is in the heart of Prospect Park South.
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College preparation in School District 17
Depending on home address, kids will either attend District 17 or District 22 New York City Public Schools. In District 17, students may attend prekindergarten through fifth grade P.S. 249 The Caton School which earns a B from Niche. The Academy for College Preparation and Career Exploration earns a C-plus, serving sixth through 12th graders and offering work-based learning programs and dual enrollment through the City University of New York as students get older.
The Academy for College Preparation and Career Expantion is ranked 952nd within New York.
The student population of The Ps 249 Caton is 748 and the school serves PK-5.
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Parks in this Area
Captain John McKenna IV Park
Winthrop Playground
Umma Park
Playground
Prospect Park
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Parade Ground
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Kensington Dog Run
Dog Park
Transit
Airport
Laguardia
25 min drive
Subway
Beverley Road (Q Line)
Subway
Church Avenue (B,Q Line)
Bus
Coney Island Av & Church Av
Bus
Caton Av & Westminster
Bus
Caton Av & St Pauls Pl
Bus
Coney Island Av & Park Ci
Bus
Church Av & E 18 St
Bus
Church Av & Westminster Rd
Bus
Caton Av & Argyle Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Prospect Park South
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Prospect Park South, Brooklyn sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Prospect Park South, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $3,825,763, up 283% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to the home of your dreams-your very own Buckingham Palace (minus the guards, but just as grand). This meticulously maintained historic home, built in 1914, has been cherished by just three families since its construction. Offering 5,400 square feet of beautifully finished details, it features five generously sized bedrooms, plus additional flexible space, 3.5 bathrooms,
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Spacious 1-Bedroom Apartment with Washer/Dryer and Incredible Lighting at The Parkside BrooklynPlease inquire for a virtual tour!Welcome to The Parkside Brooklyn, a luxurious rental residence perfectly situated across from the breathtaking Prospect Park, one of New York City's most cherished green spaces.This oversized one-bedroom apartment offers abundant natural light, a spacious layout, and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
27,515
Median Age
39
Population Density
115 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,364
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,134
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.3%
Advanced Degrees
14.2%
% Population in Labor Force
70.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
92/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
94/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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