Brooklyn, Brooklyn NY — neighborhood review

Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn · Kings County · NY 11203

Updated July 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$720K

Median Price

68/100

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

27 min

to Midtown Manhattan

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
ASchools
90/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
C+Walkability
68/100
WYLT Score61/100

Our Take

Clinton Hill offers a vibrant Brooklyn vibe with solid bike paths and decent schools, but errands usually need a car and traffic can be heavy. Rent and home prices are on the higher side, and noise from the city can be a bother for some. If you’re comfortable with a car and can handle the cost, it’s a viable option.

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The Good

  • Very bikeable streets
  • Good public and charter schools
  • Low flood risk
  • Close to Midtown Manhattan with 27‑min commute

Real Talk

  • !Almost all errands require a car
  • !Traffic and noise can be significant
  • !Home and rent prices are high for the area
  • !Crime rates are moderate, so stay alert
  • $Parking fees and lack of free street parking
  • $Higher utility costs due to older buildings
  • $Possible HOA fees if you buy a condo

Best For

CyclistsFamilies with kidsYoung professionalsStudents

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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