$1,431,051Average Value$1,625Average Price per Sq Ft158Homes For Sale
Brooklyn’s template of hipsturbia
With a long-time reputation for being Brooklyn’s hippest neighborhood, Williamsburg is still sought out by residents and visitors for its cultural cache and vibrant nightlife scene. Over the past few decades Williamsburg has experienced transformations, and what had historically been an area home to Jewish, Polish, Puerto Rican and Ukrainian immigrants became a bohemian enclave for artists and musicians, a hipster hotspot and then a haven for trendy restaurants and high-end boutique shopping. As the area has gentrified, its aesthetic has become glossier, though its appeal remains in its proximity to Manhattan and its overall artsy neighborhood feel. “It’s one stop outside Manhattan, so convenience is super easy; people feel like they are straddling the East Village,” says Christian Haag, a real estate salesperson with Nest Seekers International who has lived in the neighborhood for 20 years. “The parks are great, the restaurant scene is awesome, the nightlife scene is great and you still have mom-and-pop boutiques.”
McCarren Park is a neighborhood gathering space
Domino Park offers Manhattan views
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Condo and conversion buildings, including Austin Nichols House
Newer condo buildings and conversions have become most prevalent as Williamsburg’s popularity has grown, though there is more inventory in rental buildings. “The newer architecture popping up in the area is pretty sleek and modern, with a lot of windows and a ton of light,” Haag says. A one-bedroom condo runs between $680,000 and $1.4 million. In a waterfront conversion like the Austin Nichols House, formerly a Wild Turkey Bourbon distillery, a one-bedroom can cost between $1 and $1.6 million. The condos at One Domino Square, near the restored Domino Sugar Factory, are currently under construction. Though the neighborhood has few co-op buildings, a rare one or two-bedroom near Bedford Avenue might cost between $500,000 and $850,000. Multi-family brick townhouses go for between $1.6 million and $5.5 million.
New condo buildings are rising
Historic conversions are found in the neighborhood
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Numerous trendy restaurants, eclectic shops and nightlife spots
Williamsburg is home to a proliferation of fashionable bars and restaurants. Neighborhood stalwarts like the Peter Luger Steakhouse and Diner, which has been serving farm-to-table specialties inside a rail car for over two decades, sits near the Williamsburg Bridge. A few blocks away on South 2nd Street, L’Industrie Pizzeria serves coveted slices. Dining and drinking spots crowd Metropolitan Avenue, including the vegetarian-focused Butcher’s Daughter, while Fresh Kills Bar mixes craft cocktails nearby at Grand and Bedford. Residents can also opt for culturally diverse fare like Brazilian, Israeli, Italian and Sichuan. Trader Joe's on Kent Avenue and Whole Foods on Bedford Avenue offer groceries.Indie shops, eclectic thrift shops, record stores and art galleries uphold Williamsburg’s creative visage. Bookstores like Quimby’s and Spoonbill & Sugartown offer trendy alternatives to chain shops, while vintage boutiques like Le Grand Strip and Awoke Vintage contrast with glitzier chains.
Fashionable bars and restaurants can be found in the neighborhood
Skinny Dennis is a honky-tonk saloon pairing a woody space with beer & live music.
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Well-regarded schools with a focus on college prep
Pre-K through fifth-grade students can attend Brooklyn Arbor Elementary, which has a B rating from Niche. Conselyea Preparatory School serves sixth through eighth graders and has a B-plus rating, with a student-teacher ratio of 12 to one. B-rated Brooklyn Preparatory High School readies students for the future with 98% of graduates attending college.
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary
Conselyea Preparatory School
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Home to the expansive McCarren Park
McCarren Park is one of Williamsburg’s most popular green spaces. The 35-acre tract features athletic fields, bocce and tennis courts, outdoor exercise equipment and a running track. Kids take to the two playgrounds, and in the summer months, swimmers take to the revitalized McCarren Pool, which was re-opened in 2022. Domino Park spans five acres along the East River, offering views of Manhattan and spots for picnicking. The Marsha P. Johnson State Park (formerly East River State Park) also offers passive riverside recreation with picnic spots overlooking skyline views. Just north, Bushwick Inlet Park offers soccer fields and open green spaces. Smaller parks like Sternberg Park and Cooper Park have basketball courts and playgrounds.
Residents use the track at McCarren Park
Domino Park is popular for waterfront views
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Annual events celebrate a diverse, artsy community
In July, crowds gather near the Shrine Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel for the annual Dancing of the Giglio, where dancing men carry an 80-foot-tall tower and a platform featuring a brass band through the streets. An accompanying feast celebrates Italian heritage, with a street festival spanning 12 days. Other parades happen throughout the year, including the Brooklyn Puerto Rican Day Parade in June and the Three Kings Day Parade in January.
Multiple trains, including the L, plus ferries to Manhattan
While the Williamsburg Bridge is the main connection to Manhattan for drivers, the L Train, which runs along Metropolitan Avenue, is the main line for commuters. The G train offers multiple Brooklyn stops, and the M and J trains have stops along Broadway. Buses also serve the area. Residents have access to two East River ferry stops: one in North Williamsburg near North 5th Street, and the other in South Williamsburg near South 10th Street, connecting to Manhattan and DUMBO.
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what can i say i grew up here, change is already happening and im loving it! but we can work better to bring better public schools! we need to stop focusing on so many over priced private schools, and give people who can afford to bring there child to a 20+ thousand a years school and give our public school system a chance! Safety is a advantage to me we still have some locals that are a little loco but i think that's everywhere Affordable? So let me put it this way, you pay for what you get! Wiliamsburg is Super diverse & very family friendly
5.0Former Resident
11/28/2018Niche Review
There are so many great things about it. Many stores and restaurants. Creatinve and passionate people work and live around there.
5.0Current Resident
11/7/2023Niche Review
I was born and raised here, I like that mostly everyone is friendly and there's not much crime here. It's always going to be a place I call home. As for change, I'd suggest less construction, everyday there's construction.
5.0Current Resident
6/8/2022Niche Review
Williamsburg is a fantastic neighborhood. It's got everything you could possibly want in one place, and you don't even have to go into the city. From beautiful parks and buildings to great food, a million small businesses to support and lots of diversity, you can't go wrong with Williamsburg. It's a chill neighborhood - can't complain, personally. I suppose the only unattractive thing about it is how expensive some living costs are.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Williamsburg Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Williamsburg, Brooklyn sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Williamsburg, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $1,395,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
For the first time in its history, prime North Williamsburg will finally have a condo that blends the best of European craftsmanship with the creativity and individuality for which the neighborhood has become so beloved. Unit 2B is a massive 1375 SF 2 bed, 2 bath home with a huge living room and a spectacular 232 SF wraparound loggia offering partial water views and south-facing light. Designed
Welcome to 96 North 1st Street, a new development in the heart of Williamsburg with only five unique full-floor units. Unit 5 is a stunning full-floor residence with a private roof space and two private terraces. The kitchen seamlessly opens to the living room and extends to a balcony offering stunning city views. All floors are heated with multi-zoned radiant heat, ensuring comfort in every
Introducing Penthouse 1 at The Orson in Williamsburg. Interiors are marked by an expansive floor-through duplex layout with an open-plan living area with breathtaking 20-foot, double-height ceilings of floor to ceiling glass. Southern and western light pours through these picturesque, oversized windows. French vanilla honed marble door thresholds punctuate matte herringbone white oak
This residence is a refined expression of classic loft living, elevated through design, proportion, and light, set in the heart of Williamsburg in Brooklyn. Located within the coveted Berry Street Lofts, the home delivers generous scale, architectural clarity, and a strong sense of openness that is increasingly rare. 13-foot ceilings, oversized industrial windows, and wide plank wood floors
Welcome to 234 Richardson Street — a beautiful semi-detached two-family home offering space, comfort, and income potential in one of Brooklyn’s most desirable neighborhoods. This inviting property blends modern upgrades with classic charm, creating the perfect setting for end-users and investors alike. The spacious first-floor duplex features 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, hardwood floors, a sleek
Presented by The Miller Markowicz Team One-of-a-Kind Triplex with Private Parking - The Williamsburg Unicorn Experience modern living in this stunning 1,569 sq ft triplex condo that embodies Brooklyn's creative spirit and sleek sophistication, blending an industrial edge with refined comfort - Private Attached Parking Spot Included. This move-in-ready triplex offers
This residence is a refined expression of classic loft living, elevated through design, proportion, and light, set in the heart of Williamsburg in Brooklyn. Located within the coveted Berry Street Lofts, the home delivers generous scale, architectural clarity, and a strong sense of openness that is increasingly rare. 13-foot ceilings, oversized industrial windows, and wide plank wood floors
Open House By Appointment Welcome to Residence 4R at The Edge, Williamsburg's premier waterfront condominium. This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a gracious layout, breathtaking Manhattan skyline views, and top-tier amenities, all in the heart of Brooklyn's most vibrant neighborhood. Step into the expansive living room, where floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space
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This three-bedroom, two-bathroom loft offers a rare blend of authentic industrial character and meticulously executed modern design in one of Williamsburg's premier addresses. Thoughtfully renovated to the highest standard, every detail of this residence merges historic loft proportions with contemporary luxury. Original architectural details anchor the home, while designer upgrades
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Immediate Occupancy.One Domino Square, Brooklyn Refined. Annabelle Selldorf designed homes on the Williamsburg Waterfront with over 45,000 Sq Ft of amenities.Introducing this naturally lit, two bedroom, two bathroom residence with an expansive, southeast corner living room, flowing seamlessly from the chef s kitchen. The sizable primary bedroom in this residence features customized closets, and
Immediate Occupancy. One Domino Square, Brooklyn Refined. Annabelle Selldorf designed homes on the Williamsburg Waterfront with over 45,000 Sq Ft of amenities. This is an expansive three bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom, southwest corner residence. Bask in the natural light with downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan views all the way down to the Statue of Liberty! The open concept chef’s kitchen and
PH1, an awe-inspiring 4-bedroom duplex residence in The Penthouse Collection at Two Fifty Six North Ninth Street. A grand entry welcomes you into this exceptional home, where 11-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and crown and picture moldings set the tone for a truly refined living experience. Stretching 50 feet across, the residence spans 2,461 square feet with an expansive
Immediate Occupancy.One Domino Square, Brooklyn Refined.Annabelle Selldorf designed homes on the Williamsburg Waterfront with over 45,000 Sq Ft of amenities.This 1,178 square-foot two-bedroom, two bathroom-home showcases southern views of the iconic Williamsburg Bridge with plenty of natural light. 15C offers an open concept living and dining room, and a split bedroom layout that offers a sense
Refined modern living mixed with Brooklyn charm in prime Williamsburg. Welcome home. Residence 5K is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo that blends elevated design with effortless comfort in the heart of Williamsburg. The home spans approximately 857 square feet, plus 30 square feet of private outdoor space via a loggia. With north-west exposure, it enjoys excellent sunlight throughout the day, especially
Great Location, Just near by M and J Train downtown shopping. Landlord requests income, credit and ref check on all applicants. No pets.,Recently Renovated. Heating Including, No Pet Allowed. Walk up 4th Floor 1 BR, 1 Bath,
Available furnished/Not furnishedThis large two-bedroom residence is thoughtfully proportioned and finished with an emphasis on comfort, scale, and functionality. The open kitchen is generously sized, offering extensive counter space, sleek countertops, and stainless-steel GE Profile applianceswell-suited for everyday use and entertaining alike.The apartment features high
Lorimer St, Williamsburg, Brooklyn – Private RoomJust steps from the Broadway and Lorimer subway stations, in the heart of WilliamsburgIf you’re looking for a private, fully furnished bedroom in a clean, social apartment, this might be what you need.This is a private room in a shared apartment. You'll have your own space to rest and recharge, while sharing the kitchen,
Residence 5G at 70 Berry Street is the quintessential Williamsburg 1 bedroom 1 bathroom condo with PRIVATE ROOF DECK and Parking spot available for an additional fee The home features gorgeous views, unlimited sunshine, and three exposures, which help accentuate the lofty, spacious feel of the abode. In pristine condition, the modern floorplan allows for one to seamlessly dine, entertain, and
Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this cozy Williamsburg furnished two bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and charming living room with great balcony views. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that New York has to offer! (ID #NYC956)The advertised rate of $7,590/month is the lowest available price, based on a 11
Spacious 1-Bedroom in Boutique Building – Prime East Williamsburg Location.Welcome to your next home at 103 Varet Street! This oversized one-bedroom apartment offers the perfect combination of space, comfort, and a true neighborhood feel.Apartment Features: - Extra-large 1-bedroom layout – much bigger than your typical unit. - Bright, comfortable living space with room to relax and
Discover the best of New York, with this one bedroom apartment in Williamsburg. It’ll be easy to simply show up and start living in this furnished apartment with its fully equipped kitchen, living room, and our dedicated, on-the-ground support. (ID #NYC2116)The advertised rate of $6,310/month is the lowest available price, based on a 4 month(s) and 2 day(s) stay with a move-in date of
Make Williamsburg your home with this spacious one bedroom apartment that offers tons of natural light and open views! Apartment Features: Washer/dryer in-unit 9 ft. ceilings with bright & airy open spaces Spacious, modern bathrooms w/ rain-style showerheads Dishwasher Open kitchens w/ stainless steel appliances Resident Services: 24/7 doorman & on-site
Room for rent: The Montrose Williamsburg HouseLocated in the heart of Williamsburg, the Montrose Williamsburg House is just a 19-minute commute into Manhattan and has plenty of cafes, shops, and bars within walking distance. The house is a newly renovated space inside and out, with split-unit heating and air conditioning, updated appliances, hardwood floors, and free laundry
Step into a world of comfort and elegance at 1 Northside Piers, Unit 23B. This exquisite 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom corner unit spans 1,133 square feet of thoughtfully designed space. Imagine waking up to floor-to-ceiling windows that frame mesmerizing river and city views, casting a magical light on your hardwood floors. The open chef's kitchen is a culinary enthusiast s dream, equipped with
Show up and start living from day one in New York with this cozy two bedroom Blueground apartment. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished, beautifully designed, and fully equipped Southside home. (ID #NYC2120)The advertised rate of $6,120/month is the lowest available price, based on a 6 month(s) and 5 day(s) stay with a move-in date of August 29, 2030. If you’re looking
Prime Williamsburg high-end one-bedroom with a dash of parking magic! Welcome to Residence 2A, a bright and beautifully designed home that blends everyday convenience with refined, modern finishes. Enjoy floor-to-ceiling windows with tree-lined views and abundant natural light throughout. The open kitchen is outfitted with Sub-Zero, Bertazzoni, and Bosch appliances; its elegant Bianco statuario
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