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Carroll Gardens

Carroll Gardens

3.7
$1,906,609 Average Value
$1,593 Average Price per Sq Ft
28 Homes For Sale

Brownstone blocks and stylish storefronts

A neighborhood of historic brownstones, tree-lined streets and low-rise commercial corridors, Carroll Gardens offers an idyllic blend of a slower-paced lifestyle and urban amenities. Traditionally an Italian American enclave, the area is named for the small gardens that front many of the stately residences, and it is still home to longstanding Italian butchers, bakeries and restaurants. Once sleepy, the area now teems with stylish shops, trendy dining spots, artisanal cocktail bars and Pilates studios. Strong schools, more living space, and lively parks attract families to the area, and a significant French-expat community has settled here, thanks to several dual-language educational options and Gallic-influenced businesses. “It’s very neighborhood-y. The environment feels small-town,” says Carolyn Cedar, a broker who has worked in the area for nearly 20 years.

Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain is an ice cream shop in a 1920s apothecary.
Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain is an ice cream shop in a 1920s apothecary.
Carroll Park monument statue stands tall in the center of the park.
Carroll Park monument statue stands tall in the center of the park.
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Indie shops and trendy dining

Residents enjoy a vibrant mix of stores and restaurants. Frankie’s 457 Sputino serves Tuscan fare in a cozy brick setting, Buttermilk Channel features elevated comfort food and Court Street Grocers’ sandwiches are legendary. Independent bookstore Books Are Magic is beloved, Painted Swan sells curated housewares and vintage treasures can be found at Yesterday’s News. Union Market and a Trader Joe’s in Cobble Hill sell groceries.

Union Market is a specialty grocer selling various organic produce and goods.
Union Market is a specialty grocer selling various organic produce and goods.
Carroll Garden's Brooklyn Habit has a beautiful patterned tile coffee bar.
Carroll Garden's Brooklyn Habit has a beautiful patterned tile coffee bar.
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Blocks of detailed brownstones

Italianate and Neo-Grec Brownstones and brick rowhouses line the wide, tree-lined streets of Carroll Gardens. Single and multifamily homes list for between $2.5 and $8 million. Some need extensive renovation; others are lovingly restored or reimagined as contemporary living spaces. Prices for condominiums, in converted townhouses or new construction generally range from $1.2 to $3.5 million. Co-ops are uncommon here.

Some homes have elegant walkways up to their front doors.
Some homes have elegant walkways up to their front doors.
Residential streets in Carroll Gardens are lined with brick rowhomes.
Residential streets in Carroll Gardens are lined with brick rowhomes.
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Dual language and Outward Bound programs

The neighborhood’s PS 58 for prekindergarten to fifth-grade students has a popular dual-language French program, and is rated A-minus by Niche. Brooklyn Collaborative Studies is a New York City Outward Bound school enrolling grades six through 12. It receives a B minus rating. Private schools Packer Collegiate Institute and St. Ann’s School, both rated A plus, are in nearby Brooklyn Heights.

P.S. 058 The Carroll School educates children in Pre-K through 5th grade.
P.S. 058 The Carroll School educates children in Pre-K through 5th grade.
Boerum Hill School For International Studies is located in Brooklyn, New York.
Boerum Hill School For International Studies is located in Brooklyn, New York.
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Versatile parks for kids, dogs and teams

The sizeable Carroll Park is a popular destination and one of the borough’s oldest green spaces. Facilities include basketball courts, separate playgrounds for younger and older kids, a spray shower and shaded seating. DiMattina Park is home to a playground, dog run and baseball field. The world-class Brooklyn Bridge Park’s south end, with a series of inventive playscapes such as “Swing Valley” and “Slide Mountain,” and a ferry stop that serves Governors Island, is a 20-minute walk away.

Carroll Carroll Park has many basketball hoops for people to play at.
Carroll Carroll Park has many basketball hoops for people to play at.
Carroll Park playground area has  a lot of space for children to run around and play.
Carroll Park playground area has a lot of space for children to run around and play.
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Hitting the streets on Halloween

As is the case with other Brownstone Brooklyn neighborhoods, Halloween is a big event here. Residents go all-out with decorations, local businesses hand out candy to trick-or-treaters and the streets are flooded with families in impressive and inventive costumes.

Nili Coffeeshop is the perfect neighborhood hangout.
Nili Coffeeshop is the perfect neighborhood hangout.
Play a couple games of basketball at Nicholas Naquan Heyward Jr. Park.
Play a couple games of basketball at Nicholas Naquan Heyward Jr. Park.
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Local trains to Manhattan and Queens

The area is served by the F and G subway lines; both stop at the Carroll Street Station along Smith Street. Midtown Manhattan can be reached in about 40 minutes. Interstate 278, or the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, runs along the neighborhood's south end.

The Carroll Street subway station is Carroll Garden's gateway to the rest of NYC.
The Carroll Street subway station is Carroll Garden's gateway to the rest of NYC.
Carroll Gardens is a charming walkable Brooklyn neighborhood.
Carroll Gardens is a charming walkable Brooklyn neighborhood.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Laguardia

22 min drive

Subway

Carroll Street

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Smith St & Union St

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Court St & Sackett St

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Gowanus Epy & Woodhull St

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Columbia St & Sackett St

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Court St & 1 Pl

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Court St & President St

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Smith St & 5 St

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 8 Reviews
4.0 Current Resident
5/3/2023 Niche Review
Rental apartments are few and far between and pricey, but overall it is a safe and family-friendly neighborhood that feels homey. Has plenty of restaurants and bars with a lively night life.
5.0 Former Resident
11/9/2022 Niche Review
I lived here recently and there was a great sense of community and great schools! I would 100% recommend Carroll Gardens especially to people with small children.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Carroll Gardens US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,131
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
4.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,089
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,271
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,216
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
916
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
644
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742

Open Houses

  • Wednesday, Apr 29
    2 - 3:30pm

    49 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11231

    $2,795,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,240 Sq Ft
    • 49 2nd St
    • New 8 days ago

    For the first time in almost fifty years, 49 2nd Street comes to market! The property includes a three-story brownstone with an unfinished basement, a front garden, and large rear garden.This home is ready to be modernized and reimagined. The result will be your dream home and best investment, designed to your specifications in an outstanding location.Come tour and see the

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    Michael DiMartino
    Brownstone Real Estate LLC
    (929) 706-2480
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  • Wednesday, May 6
    12 - 2pm

    47 4th St, Carroll Gardens, NY 11231

    $6,750,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 5,782 Sq Ft
    • 47 4th St
    • New 8 days ago

    Come home to a never-before available Carroll Gardens 50' wide private compound in a leafy green brownstone Brooklyn neighborhood with private INDOOR PARKING. Enjoy the best of all worlds in this masterful transformation that combines two former warehouses into a contemporary architectural masterpiece. A turnkey unprecedented dream property that comes alive upon entry with the Architectural

    Deborah Rieders Corcoran Group

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  • Sunday, May 3
    11am - 12:30pm

    147 Luquer St Unit 3, Brooklyn, NY 11231

    $1,699,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 934 Sq Ft
    • 147 Luquer St
    • Unit 3
    • New 19 hours ago

    Welcome to The Gabriella-an exclusive collection of three reimagined condominium residences born from the soul of a 19th-century townhome. Nestled on the lush, tree-lined quiet of Luquer Street in Carroll Gardens, The Gabriella is a tribute to the neighborhood's enduring spirit. A boutique sanctuary designed for those who value privacy, craftsmanship, and the rare luxury of space.

    Joseph Forzano Revived Residential

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Condo Buildings

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
8
Median Rent
$5,785
Median Single Family Home Rent
$5,688
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$15,000
Median Townhouse Rent
$4,098
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$6,000
Median Condo Rent
$4,500
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$5,500

Demographics

Total Population
18,567
Median Age
40
Population Density
85 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$160,090
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$178,487

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
80.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
83%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
2''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Exceptionally friendly

Walk Score®

100 / 100

Exceptionally friendly

Transit Score®

100 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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