$794,490Average Value$324Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Variety in architecture and community in South Brooklyn
A small neighborhood on the northern border of Sheepshead Bay, Homecrest is one of the most diverse areas in South Brooklyn. In the 20th century, it was a haven for immigrants from Europe, and later Asia, developing into a robust residential neighborhood. A mix of mid-rise co-op and condo buildings, as well as single-family homes and rowhouses, provide architectural variety and give the area an authentic feel, says local real estate salesperson Andrew Appell. “Homecrest has an essence of city living but with a sleepier vibe,” he says. “You have chains like Chipotle and Starbucks and still have mom-and-pop shops. It’s not super artsy and creative, and it’s not Bushwick – and proud to not be that. But it has a quieter, more removed vibe.” Appell also notes that since the neighborhood is sandwiched between more established areas, Homecrest tends to draw a different crowd. “You’ll hear people speaking with an old-school Brooklyn accent, which is like a lost art, but there are also immigrants and new people coming in, and that creates a unique blended community,” he says.
Bill Brown Memorial Playground is a playground for all
Homecrest is an urban area that’s a suburban alternative to Long Island and New Jersey.
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Midcentury co-ops and prewar single-family homes
Similar to adjacent neighborhoods, Homecrest features a mix of prewar rowhouses, detached single-family homes, and mid-rise co-op and condo buildings. “Traditionally, far-south Brooklyn is outside of what anyone would consider prime market because it’s a bit further than more urban areas, but it offers good value," Appell says, adding that the area is seeing more development. "There's a refresh in the area in general, with more residential and commercial development and boutiquey condos that the area has never had before." A one-bedroom unit in a midcentury brick co-op building runs $220,000 to $400,000. In a newer condo building on Ocean Avenue, a one-bedroom costs between $400,000 and $500,000. Stately brick Romanesque rowhouses with multiple bedrooms and three floors can sell for $1.2 million. Detached single-family homes with private driveways run between $1 million and $2.6 million.
Single-family homes in a popular style in The Homecreast neighborhood.
Homecrest is a neighborhood in the New York City borough of Brooklyn.
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A range of cuisine types and Asian grocery stores
The uptick in development has also brought increased commercial activity. "In general, there is a buzz to Kings Highway and more businesses are coming in," Appell says. "But there is a good mix of big-box and mom-and-pop. Chains coming into the area mean something for a sleepy area like this." Russian, Turkish and Vietnamese restaurants along Avenue U showcase the variety of cuisines available in the neighborhood. A small Chinatown area has cropped up, with Asian grocery stores and restaurants like Golden Z, which serves Cantonese barbecue, and Junes Bakery & Café, which offers Hong Kong-style noodle dishes. Georgian food, including chicken kebabs, can be found at Gulchatay. Avenue U is also home to many small food marts and supermarkets, but larger grocery stores, including Okka Foods Market and Domino are located along Kings Highway. Target and TJ Maxx are nearby.
Junes Bakery & Café located in Homecrest offers Hong Kong-style noodle dishes.
Okka Foods is one of the large grocery stores in Homwecrest.
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Well-regarded and diverse schools
P.S. 255 Barbara Reing School serves kindergarten through fifth grade and has a B-plus rating from Niche. Middle school students can attend A-rated J.H.S. 234 Arthur W. Cunningham before advancing to Edward R. Murrow High School. The B-plus-rated high school offers more than a hundred electives and is ranked the third-most diverse public high school in New York.
Arthur W. Cunningham is a fantastic choice for you kids future
P.S. 255 The Barbara Reing School is Popular in Homecrest, Brooklyn.
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Playgrounds and tennis courts at Kelly Park Playground
Parks are sparse within Homecrest, but some of Brooklyn’s largest are only minutes away. “The neighborhood lacks in green spaces,” Appell says. “There are very cute small parks and playgrounds, but no traditional sprawling green spaces.” Pocket parks include Mellett Playground and Kelly Park Playground, which also features tennis courts. Residents also have access to larger recreational areas like Marine Park 1 mile east or Prospect Park to the north. “And if you’re up to taking the subway or biking, you can be taking in the saltwater air on Coney Island in no time,” Appell says.
Kelly Playground in Homercrest has this big tennis court with is very poopular.
Marine Park's Lenape Playground inspires laughter and childhood memories with its structures.
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B and Q trains, plus buses
Appell says the neighborhood relies on cars and public transport over walking. "It's missing a high walkability factor," he says. "There's a driving culture but it still has great accessibility." The B and Q trains can be found at the Kings Highway subway stop, providing routes to Manhattan. The Q train is also accessible at Avenue U, and multiple buses serve the area.
There are multiple buses serve the Homecrest neighborhood.
Homecrest residents can hop on the Q train for express service.
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Parks in this Area
Kelly Playground
Bill Brown Memorial Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Sheepshead Playground
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Galapo playground
Trails
Playground
Waterpark
Marine Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Boating
Homecrest Playground
Trails
Playground
Waterpark
Transit
Airport
John F Kennedy International
23 min drive
Subway
Kings Highway (B,Q Line)
Bus
Av U & E 8 St
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Kings HWY & E 16 St
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Coney Island Av & Av T
Bus
Quentin Rd & E 19 St
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Kings HWY & E 8 St
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Quentin Rd & E 16 St
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Av U & E 13 St
Homecrest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Homecrest, Brooklyn sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Homecrest, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $587,450, up 95% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Property Id: 556243Cozy Furnished Studio For Rent in Brooklyn, near B/Q train (Midwood / Sheepshead Bay)- Stunning top floor Studio with amazing open view, fully furnished- well-kept building with a doorman- 2 blocks from the local/express Q/B train stop and several bus stops- 1 block to Kings Highway with multiple grocery shops, pharmacies, gym, post office, cleaners,
Large office space for rent. Commercial space on the 2nd floor of 2 story building over a store. Approximately 1200 sq ft. 4 separate rooms, half a bathroom, great condition, lots of windows, some windows are looking at Coney Island Ave, some to back yard. Space available from September 1. Fully renovated. Lots of closets. Great for any type of office.
Diana Melerud
$2,550 per month
1 Bed
1 Bath
Welcome to 2222 Ocean Ave! The tension of your busy New York day instantly melts away when you walk into this expansive 1 BED/ 1 BATH Condo. The open kitchen/dining/living room layout and large north facing exposures help create this sense of ease. The kitchen has an open design all along one wall making the most of this space and giving you all the room, you need for a functional space. The
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
28,791
Median Age
38
Population Density
75 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,986
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,678
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.4%
College Graduates
41.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.6%
% Population in Labor Force
59.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
67/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
93/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
92/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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