Water views, boardwalk restaurants and easily accessible boat slips are some of the attractions of Sheepshead Bay in South Brooklyn. Sitting on Sheepshead Bay, which takes its name from the sheepshead fish and connects to the Atlantic Ocean, the neighborhood was a resort area in the late 1800s and then a destination for immigrant families. In recent years, it's seen an influx of new residents. “Back in the day, it had a lot of charisma because it’s on the bay, facing Manhattan Beach,” says Jerry Minsky, a Brooklyn native and Douglas Elliman agent. “After the pandemic, Sheepshead Bay became very popular with young people who are cool with living a bit further from downtown, out in the fresh air.”
Water views and easily accessible boat slips are some of the attractions of Sheepshead Bay.
Sitting on Sheepshead Bay the neighborhood was a resort area in the late 1800s.
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Bayfront condos and brick homes
Sheepshead Bay offers several housing options, from waterfront condos to single-family homes. A two-bedroom brick rowhouse with a private garage costs about $800,000, while a detached three-bedroom with a yard ranges from $1.3 million to $2 million. Condos and co-ops can be found for significantly less than in Manhattan, with two-bedrooms starting around $300,000. “Sheepshead Bay is a waterfront community and that’s why it’s transitioned,” says Minsky, referring to the recent rapid growth of the neighborhood. New construction is scarce in Sheepshead Bay, but a 30-story condo project 1 Brooklyn Bay brought 56 residences to the area in 2018. The modern building boasts water views and building amenities like a 24-hour doorman, a pool and residents’ lounge. Two-bedroom units are available for just under $1 million, while the penthouse is priced at $3.3 million.
Sheepshead Bay offers several housing options, from waterfront condos to single-family homes.
A two-bedroom brick rowhouse with a private garage costs about $800,000 in Sheepshead Bay.
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Clams along the boardwalk
Several bay-side restaurants along Emmons Avenue have been in business since the 1930s, starting with Randazzo’s Clam Bar, named as one of New York City’s best 100 places to eat in 2023 by The New York Times. “Randazzo’s is a New York City landmark,” Minsky says. Jimmy’s Famous Heros has been serving up sandwiches to eat by the water for almost as long. There’s also Brennan & Carr’s, which opened in 1938 with a menu of roast beef and French dip sandwiches that’s remarkably similar today. Cherry Hill Gourmet and Sheepshead Bay Marketplace are neighborhood grocery stores, and there’s also an Aldi and a Stop & Shop.
Sheepshead Bay restaurants along Emmons Avenue have been in business since the 1930s.
Cherry Hill Gourmet and Aldi are neighborhood grocery stores in Sheepshead Bay.
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Piers and a Pedestrian Bridge
City-run Sheepshead Bay Piers maintains boat slips on the water, and there are excursions leaving from the piers. There are also private yacht clubs with marinas and clubhouses, as well as the chance to rent boats. The beaches are the big draw to Sheepshead Bay. The Ocean Avenue Pedestrian Bridge connects the neighborhood to Manhattan Beach, Brighton Beach and Coney Island, and it’s about a 40-minute walk to the end of the boardwalk. Plumb Beach is in the southeastern corner of the community and is part of the federally owned Gateway National Recreation Area. Locals find it less crowded than other nearby beaches. There’s also Marine Park, which offers more than 500 acres of grassland, salt marshes and trails, plus a golf course.
There are private yacht clubs with marinas and clubhouses in Sheepshead Bay.
The Ocean Avenue Pedestrian Bridge connects Sheepshead Bay to Manhattan Beach.
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West African drumming at James Madison High School
P.S. 52 serves pre-kindergarten to fifth grade students, and gets an A-minus rating from Niche. They can continue at J.H.S. 278 Marine Park, which serves sixth through eighth grades and gets an A-minus from Niche. James Madison High School, which gets an A-minus from Niche, is just north of Sheepshead Bay in Midwood. It has a robust music program, offering guitar ensembles, a rock band, multiple levels of piano and West African drumming.
J.H.S. 278 Marine Park serves sixth through eighth grades and gets an A-minus from Niche.
James Madison High School is just north of Sheepshead Bay in Midwood.
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A 15-minute train trip to Barclays Center
“You can get to the Barclays Center where the Nets play in Downtown Brooklyn in 15 minutes on the B train,” says Minsky. The Q train also has stops in Sheepshead Bay; it’s about an hour and 10 minutes to Midtown. The neighborhood also has plenty of street parking.
You can get to the Barclays Center in Downtown Brooklyn on the B train from Sheepshead Bay.
The Q train has stops in Sheepshead Bay; it’s about an hour and 10 minutes to Midtown.
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Parks in this Area
Bill Brown Memorial Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Sheepshead Playground
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Galapo playground
Trails
Playground
Waterpark
Homecrest Playground
Trails
Playground
Waterpark
Lew Fidler Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
John F Kennedy International
21 min drive
Subway
Sheepshead Bay
Subway
Neck Road
Subway
Avenue U (Q Line)
Bus
Sheepshead Bay Rd & Shore Pky
Bus
Emmons Av & E 19 St
Bus
Emmons Av & Brown St
Bus
Emmons Av & Ford St
Bus
Av Z & E 19 St
Bus
Av U & Bragg St
Bus
Shore Py & Ocean Av
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sheepshead Bay
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $538,457, up 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this all-brick two-family home offering generous space, convenience, and versatility. The main unit is a spacious duplex apartment occupying the 2nd and 3rd floors, featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a large living room, a formal dining area, and an eat-in kitchen, perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. The second unit includes 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, also with its
Prime sheepshead bay location elevator one bedroom condo on 3rd floor. Property tax $3894.28. HOA $422.29 monthly. Newly renovated. Living space 792 sqft. Large bedroom with windows and two walk-in closet. Kitchen and bathroom with windows for fresh air. Laundry area and live-in super. Located around many convenience stores including Stop & Shop, Rite Aid, Starbuck's, Staples and many more. Close
Enter into this beautifully designed duplex apartment, where comfort meets contemporary style. Featuring two bedrooms plus a sunlit office, this home offers the ideal layout for modern living.The main level welcomes you with an open-concept kitchen and a spacious living area—perfect for both entertaining guests and everyday relaxation. A well-appointed bathroom includes a convenient in-unit
Welcome to your new home at Atlantic Towers complex in center of Sheepshead Bay. This cozy and inviting 3-bedroom and full 2-bathroom unit is situated within a charming coop building, offering you the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community as this building has a gym, kids' playground, barbecue zone and outdoor swimming pool, also with part time doorman and security system. As you
Located in the heart of the busy Avenue U corridor just off Coney Island Avenue, this rare mixed-use opportunity is being sold as a package — this property and this 1120 Avenue U — and offers exceptional value in a thriving commercial and residential zone. The offering includes two fully renovated buildings with a combined lot size of 36’ x 100’ and a building footprint of 36’ x 50’ per floor.
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STUNNING and SPACIOUS Duplex condo: 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms in one of Sheepshead Bay's most sought-after area. This bright and modern home spans 1,535sq. ft. This condo also features a large living and dining room with an updated kitchen. The kitchen has granite counter tops and new appliances. The master bedroom includes a private bathroom and closet. A skylight in the living room
Property Id: 1826696Large, renovated Studio Apartment in elevated building for rent. Kitchen with the window, plenty of closets, fully tiled bathroom, hardwood floors. Apartment is located on the 3rd floor. Live in super. Laundry facilities are located on the ground floor. Near train, buses, shops, supermarkets and restaurants
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Property Id: 1721180Large 1 bedroom apartment on 4th floor of elevated building for rent in Sheepshead Bay. Big dining room with window, fully tiled bathroom, plenty of closets, hardwood floors. Tenant pays for electricity only. Live-in super. Laundry facilities are located on the ground floor. Near to train, buses, supermarkets and restaurants.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
59,866
Median Age
45
Population Density
50 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,393
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,758
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.2%
College Graduates
41.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.5%
% Population in Labor Force
59.6%
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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
87/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
65/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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