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Windsor Terrace

Windsor Terrace

Urban Core Neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York

Kings County 11215 , 11218
3.8
$1,283,469 Average Value
$1,009 Average Price per Sq Ft
17 Homes For Sale

A quaint, urban valley between Prospect Park and Green-Wood Cemetery

Over the past decade, more New Yorkers have been discovering Windsor Terrace’s charm. Between two massive green spaces — 478-acre Green-Wood Cemetery to the west and 526-acre Prospect Park to the east — and with houses that have porches and backyards on suburban-quiet streets, this neighborhood is an older, slower-paced version of Brooklyn. “It used to be a well-kept secret. Because it bordered Park Slope but it’s not Park Slope, and transportation was more difficult,” says Jim Cornell, a Windsor Terrace resident and real estate broker with 21 years of experience. “But now when we get off the train, we see people from television walking with us to their houses.” Increased attention has brought some development, like a 345-unit apartment building off Prospect Park, but residents and zoning regulations are maintaining Windsor Terrace’s personality. “It’s a neighborhood that’s grown up around itself. And because of the style of housing, it’s all very quaint,” Cornell says.

Federal-style row houses showcasing Windsor Terrace's historic elegance.
Federal-style row houses showcasing Windsor Terrace's historic elegance.
Windsor Terrace: where federal-style row houses meet modern city living.
Windsor Terrace: where federal-style row houses meet modern city living.
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Brick bungalows and Victorian details

Charming houses and affordability are Windsor Terrace’s biggest draws. “Over the last 10 or 15 years, prices in Park Slope have risen faster than in Windsor Terrace, and you can still get a lovely three-story house here for a lot less than you can in other neighborhoods around the park,” Cornell says. In addition to the Italianate rowhouses common throughout New York City, Windsor Terrace also has brick bungalows with porch swings and a few clapboard houses with Victorian details. Prices across these styles range from $1 to $3.4 million. Condo buildings are much younger than the prewar houses, but they blend in with their red-brick exteriors and lower heights. Units range from $800,000 to $1.5 million, including in brand-new condominiums. Several brick co-op buildings offer lower price points, with units typically going for $450,000 to $850,000. However, large multibedroom units can fetch as much as $1.5 million.

The diverse charm of Windsor Terrace is mirrored in its eclectic rowhouses.
The diverse charm of Windsor Terrace is mirrored in its eclectic rowhouses.
Windsor Terrace has condo buildings with businesses along with it.
Windsor Terrace has condo buildings with businesses along with it.
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Between two of Brooklyn’s biggest green spaces

On the west side, residents take calming walks around Green-Wood Cemetery’s famous and stately gravesites. On the east side, Prospect Park is the go-to for running, picnicking and even horseback riding through the Prospect Park Stables. The nearby Lena Horne Bandshell has summer concerts, and across the park, the zoo has a remarkable collection of Palla’s cats.

Spring blooms in Greenwood Cemetery,  neighboring Windsor Terrace.
Spring blooms in Greenwood Cemetery, neighboring Windsor Terrace.
Prospect Park is the go to park for running and picnicking on the east side of the neighborhood.
Prospect Park is the go to park for running and picnicking on the east side of the neighborhood.
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Dinner at the movies, drinks at a Prohibition-era bar

For eating and shopping in Windsor Terrace, residents have enough variety to keep the neighborhood feeling interesting. Farrell’s Bar and Grill opened in 1933, the same year that Prohibition ended, and has been a local favorite ever since. Dog Day Afternoon’s Chicago-style hot dogs make for a filling lunch, and Krupa Grocery is a welcome dinner spot with backyard seating. Vintage shops like True Love Always are fun to browse, as is Terrace Books. For groceries, residents can choose between two supermarkets or the Windsor Terrace Food Co-op. At night, the Adirondack bar resembles a cozy upstate cabin, and Nitehawk Cinema pairs movies with a full food and drink menu.

Popular Farrell's Bar and Grill has been a staple in Windsor Terrace since 1933.
Popular Farrell's Bar and Grill has been a staple in Windsor Terrace since 1933.
Krupa Grocery is a welcome dinner spot with backyard seating.
Krupa Grocery is a welcome dinner spot with backyard seating.
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Old traditions and creative entertainment

Since 1975, the annual Brooklyn Saint Patrick’s Parade has kicked off at the north end of Windsor Terrace to march and step-dance up through Park Slope. On the other side of the neighborhood, Green-Wood Cemetery hosts a yearly event called Nightfall. It happens around Halloween, but is more about performance art and light shows than being spooky.

Public schools at the top of the class

Families in the area have several highly rated public school options. For kindergarten through fifth grade, kids can attend P.S. 130 or P.S. 154. Both have an A-minus grade from Niche, but only P.S. 154 also has a Halloween Boo Bash. For middle school, M.S. 442 also has an A-minus, and Brooklyn College Academy high school has an A grade.

The Parkside School is a diverse, multicultural community in Brooklyn.
The Parkside School is a diverse, multicultural community in Brooklyn.
MS 442 Carroll Gardens School for Innovation has an A minus according to Niche.
MS 442 Carroll Gardens School for Innovation has an A minus according to Niche.
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Some subway service, easy expressway access

The F and G trains that snake through Windsor Terrace also bookend the neighborhood with stops at 15th Street-Prospect Park and Fort Hamilton Parkway. Buses run along the main avenues, and with the entrance to the Prospect Expressway at the south end, drivers can easily reach other parts of Brooklyn or Manhattan.

15th Street subway station in Windsor Terrace is key for commuters.
15th Street subway station in Windsor Terrace is key for commuters.
The F and G trains stops at 15th Street-Prospect Park and Fort Hamilton Parkway.
The F and G trains stops at 15th Street-Prospect Park and Fort Hamilton Parkway.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

John F Kennedy International

24 min drive

Subway

15 Street-Prospect Park

Subway

Fort Hamilton Parkway (F,G Line)

Bus

Prospect Pk SW & Reeve Pl

Bus

Mc Donald Av & Greenwood Av

Bus

19 St & Prospect Pk W

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Caton Av & Ocean Py

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Mc Donald Av & Vanderbilt Av

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Prospect Pk W & Prospect Av

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20 St & 10 Av

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 7 Reviews
5.0 Nearby Resident
6/5/2017 Niche Review
Beautiful neighborhood with historic multi-family homes and restaurants. Easy access to Prospect Park, public transportation and dog parks. It's just outside the hustle and bustle of Park Slope. There is a couple cute strips of commerce within the neighborhood. Grocery stores are not ample here but quiet family-oriented, dog-friendly vibe might be worth it.
5.0 Current Resident
12/24/2018 Niche Review
I really like this neighborhood. My parents bought our house before I was born and I have lived there all my life. Being so close to Prospect Park is amazing. I think it is truly the best park in New York City. We have the f and the g trains, which are very good and can get you pretty much anywhere you need to go.
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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
652
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,246
Significantly below the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,240
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,170
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
797
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
747
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
18,948

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Mar 14
    12 - 1pm

    221 McDonald Ave Unit 3A, Brooklyn, NY 11218

    $449,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 660 Sq Ft
    • 221 McDonald Ave
    • Unit 3A
    • New 21 days ago

    SHOWN BY OPEN HOUSE AND BY APPOINTMENT, Email or call the seller's agents to set up a visit Bring your vision to life in picturesque Windsor Terrace. This large one-bedroom apartment with double exposure, north and west, spacious living room, including five closets and original wood flooring can become your dream. It is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Co-op rules allow

    Wendy Jones Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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  • Saturday, Mar 14
    12 - 1pm

    612 17th St, Brooklyn, NY 11218

    $2,100,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,690 Sq Ft
    • 612 17th St
    • New 6 days ago

    Welcome to 612 17th Street, a spacious and versatile two-family in the heart of Windsor Terrace ready for your personal touch. Just blocks from Prospect Park and close to the F/G subways, B61/67/68/69 buses, multiple restaurants, supermarkets and Wallgreens, this location offers the best of Brooklyn with everyday convenience at your doorstep. This two family home offers two separate living spaces

    Kristen Larkin Compass

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  • Saturday, Mar 14
    2 - 3pm

    71 Ocean Pkwy Unit A1, Brooklyn, NY 11218

    $940,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,050 Sq Ft
    • 71 Ocean Pkwy
    • Unit A1

    New Price Adjustment! Great Value!Spacious 2-Bedroom Co-op in Windsor TerraceWelcome to this generously sized, true 2-bedroom co-op located in an elegant prewar building in desirable Windsor Terrace.Blending classic architectural details with comfortable, well-proportioned living spaces this is a gracious home to settle down in.A welcoming foyer with high ceilings and ample

    Michelle Shaw-Clouse Weichert Properties

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
13,464
Median Age
43
Population Density
56 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$118,513
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$144,767

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.9%
College Graduates
67.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
18''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Rider's Paradise

Transit Score®

92 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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