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Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn · Kings County · NY 11221
Updated October 11, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$1.1M
Median Price
72/100
Walk Score
9/10
Schools
19 min
to Midtown Manhattan, NY
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
ASchools
90/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
B-Walkability
72/100
WYLT Score60/100
Our Take
Clinton Hill has great walkability, transit and a vibrant arts scene, but the cost of living is high and the neighborhood can feel noisy and crowded. If you can handle the price and the traffic, it offers good amenities, but it’s not the best for quiet or budget‑conscious families.
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The Good
- ✓Very walkable with plenty of shops and restaurants
- ✓Excellent public transit to Manhattan
- ✓Rich cultural scene and diverse community
- ✓Strong school options, especially high‑school quality
Real Talk
- !High housing and rent prices can eat into your budget
- !Parking is scarce and street parking can be costly
- !Noise from nightlife and nearby traffic can be disruptive
- !Competition for rental spots means you need to act fast
- $High property taxes and homeowner’s insurance
- $HOA fees for many co‑op and condo buildings
- $Elevator and maintenance fees in older buildings
- $Parking permits in certain streets
Best For
young professionalsstudentscreative professionalsshort commutes to Manhattan
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
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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