Brooklyn, Brooklyn NY — neighborhood review

Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn · NY 11206

Updated September 16, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$1.1M

Median Price

100/100

Walk Score

7.4/10

Schools

18 min

to Midtown Manhattan, NY

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
AWalkability
100/100
WYLT Score63/100

Our Take

11206 Brooklyn is a bustling, walk‑friendly neighborhood with excellent transit to Manhattan, great schools, and a vibrant food and nightlife scene. Prices are high but reflect the area’s desirability, and the community is fairly safe. It’s ideal for young professionals and students who want urban convenience without the extreme costs of nearby hotspots.

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The Good

  • World‑class walkability and bikeability
  • Excellent public transit to Midtown Manhattan (18‑minute ride)
  • Strong school options with high ratings
  • Diverse dining, bars, and cultural venues within walking distance

Real Talk

  • !Very high housing costs and tight inventory
  • !Noise and traffic typical of a dense urban core
  • !Competitive rental market with frequent rent hikes
  • !Limited large‑space homes or apartments for families
  • $High property taxes and insurance premiums
  • $HOA or building maintenance fees
  • $Elevated utilities and parking costs

Best For

Young professionalsStudentsCommuters to ManhattanFoodies and nightlife seekers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh

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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