Brooklyn, Brooklyn NY — neighborhood review

Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn · Kings County · NY 11201

Updated August 8, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$1.1M

Median Price

77/100

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

17 min

to Midtown Manhattan, NY

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
ASchools
90/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
BWalkability
77/100
WYLT Score67/100

Our Take

This block has unbeatable walkability and transit, and the median income is high, so you’ll find plenty of amenities close by. Rent and home prices are steep, but the low flood risk and good schools make it worth it if you can afford the cost. It’s a solid choice for professionals who want to live close to Manhattan.

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The Good

  • Unmatched walkability (Walkscore 98)
  • Excellent transit (Transit score 98)
  • High median income and quality schools
  • Low flood risk
  • Bike‑friendly (Bike score 80)

Real Talk

  • !Very high rent ($3,110/mo) and home prices (>$1.1M)
  • !Noise and traffic can be intense in certain streets
  • !Parking is scarce and expensive
  • !Crime can be moderate in the area
  • $High HOA or maintenance fees
  • $Elevated property taxes
  • $Insurance costs higher in high‑income ZIP codes

Best For

StudentsProfessionalsFamiliesRemote workers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Brooklyn, NY

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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