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Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn · Kings County · NY 11216
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Brooklyn, New York
Good for now
Verdict
$1.4M
Median Price
98/100
Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
20 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
98/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
This Brooklyn neighborhood scores high on walkability, transit, and schools, making it attractive for commuters and young professionals. However, the high cost of housing and rental rates, coupled with moderate crime and noise, means you’ll need to weigh price against lifestyle. If you’re ready to invest and don’t mind the hustle, it’s a solid option, but consider alternatives if budget is tight.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent walkability and transit options
- ✓Strong high school ratings
- ✓Proximity to Midtown Manhattan
- ✓High property values suggest good resale potential
Real Talk
- !Very high housing and rental costs
- !Noise and traffic are common in dense Brooklyn neighborhoods
- !Parking is scarce and often expensive
- !Crime is moderate in some parts
- $High property taxes and insurance
- $Possible HOA fees for certain buildings
- $Maintenance costs for older brick homes
Best For
Young professionalsStudentsArt enthusiastsCommuters
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
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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