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Suburban Brooklyn on the waterfront
Along Jamaica Bay at the terminus of the L train, Canarsie is a residential enclave in Brooklyn prized for its detached homes, tidy front yards and ample parking. The neighborhood’s waterfront location features a range of amenities, including a popular fishing pier, a serene nature preserve and inviting beachfront hiking trails that flourish in the summer months. With the Belt Parkway running past Canarsie Pier and Canarsie Park, the area maintains a quieter, less developed atmosphere compared to Coney Island, offering more affordable homeownership opportunities than many other waterfront Brooklyn neighborhoods.
Canarsie Park is a tranquil oasis from the bustling neighborhood of Canarsie.
The Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge offers tranquility and reflection among an oasis outside of NYC.
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Houses with easy parking and a gated waterfront community
Most homes in Canarsie come with private parking, either in driveways or backyard garages. The neighborhood features flat brick facades, wooden frames with vinyl siding and some brick bungalows. A majority of homes in the neighborhood were built in the 1960s. “A lot of the homes in the neighborhood are quite a bit younger than other parts of Brooklyn,” says real estate agent Mitchell Feldman of Pride Estates, who was born and raised in Canarsie. “The layout is more conducive to the way people want to live in this day and age, with big bedrooms and lots of closets.” The price point is another major factor, says Chris Cavorti, a real estate agent with 17 years of experience in the New York City area, who adds, “And because of the zoning, you’re restricted on height, which really keeps the suburban feel.” Pricing typically breaks down like this:
Single-family home prices can range from $675,000 to $1.5 million, with many owners renting out extra space to help cover costs
Condo units, often designed with brick exteriors and equipped with one-car garages, are priced between $250,000 and $500,000
Co-ops are uncommon, but most are available for $225,000 to $300,000.
Single family homes in Canarsie are often within close proximity of their neighbor, but often come with some outdoor space.
Single-family homes in Canarsie can range from $675,000 to $1.5 million, with many owners renting out extra space to help cover costs
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Caribbean cuisine and bulk grocery shopping
Dining and shopping in Canarsie are centered on Rockaway Parkway and Flatlands Avenue. Local restaurants showcase Caribbean, Haitian and Jamaican cuisines, offering meat dishes, fried fish and beef patties. Near the pier, you'll find more eateries, gas stations and an Ideal supermarket at Parkway Plaza. Canarsie Plaza mall inland features a BJ’s Wholesale Club for bulk groceries.
Trini Jam BK is an upscale Caribbean food establishment in Canarsie.
Ideal Food Market is a fully stocked and modern supermarket offering fresh produce to Canarsie residents.
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Highly rated public and private school options
Canarsie is served by New York City Geographic District #18, offering families a range of public school options across all grade levels. Local elementary schools such as P.S. 114 and P.S. 115 are among the public choices available to residents. The neighborhood is also home to several highly rated private and charter schools, providing diverse educational opportunities for students.
P.S. 114 - Ryder Elementary School is an above average public school serving Pre-K through grade 5.
PS 115 educates approximately 800 students.
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Waterfront activities without the crowds
Canarsie Park spans 132 acres and is home to baseball diamonds, cricket fields and a skatepark. Since 2021, the park has hosted an annual Caribbean Heritage and Juneteenth Festival with vibrant costumes and stilt dancers. Yacht, canoe clubs and kayak launches along Paerdegat Basin make the most of Jamaica Bay’s shoreline. Canarsie Pier is a popular fishing spot, Feldman says: “Depending on the season, you can get porgies, snapper and flounder.” Additionally, while the Fresh Creek Nature Preserve is largely inaccessible to the public, its shores are popular for birdwatching.
Challenge friends and neighbors to a pickup game at Canarsie Park.
Jamaica bay is home to all size boats that enjoy sunny days in Broad Channel.
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Where the L train ends and the expressway picks up
Although subway service in Canarsie is limited to the L train—which makes its final stop at the neighborhood’s northern edge—residents enjoy a variety of transportation options. Multiple bus routes weave through Canarsie, offering convenient connections to other parts of Brooklyn and direct links into Manhattan. For drivers, the Belt Parkway entrance near Canarsie Pier provides quick access to JFK Airport and Long Island, making travel by car seamless.
Rockaway Parkway is the closest subway station to Canarsie.
Canarsie has a network of buses that connect with the subway.
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Flood zone expenses for homeowners
The Federal Emergency Management Agency reports that more than 10,000 residential buildings in Canarsie face a 1% annual risk of flooding. To mitigate these risks, the city constructed Tidal Gates in Fresh Creek during 2021 and 2022. Additionally, the New York City Department of City Planning notes that Canarsie Park provides residents with protection from significant wave exposure. Nonetheless, homeowners may continue to experience the impact of rising insurance premiums. “For any mortgage in a flood zone, you’ll be required to have flood insurance,” Cavorti says. “It’s absolutely an added expense.”
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I have been living in Canarsie since 1998. The schools were fantastic and the neighborhood family friendly. To date it remains family friendly and relatively safe. There have been a few incidents that I believe negatively impact the neighborhood but I will recommend it to families. I would love to see fresher fruits and more affordable housing.
4.0Former Resident
6/12/2017Niche Review
I was born and raised in Canarsie go 16+ years. Canarsie is great place to live all year round. The seasons are beautiful even the cold snowy winters. Schools here makes pushes you to want to be successful. The majority of the people all ages are tough so it gives a feel where your success will do the talking. The cost of living is pretty fair depending on what part you want to live and how friendly you want to be. At the end of the day our MTA transportation is one of the best things. It is a 24 hour service which is the most appreciative. I have been in other cities in New York where the train and buses end at a 12:45am and starts at 6:30am. No one would complain its opportunity to make money within 24hrs through the day. Canarsie is a very diverse place filled with culture and with diversity becomes different foods. At night the community can still be active. I recommend anyone to live here. We have a lot of parks just in case you want go have some fun with the kids or by yourself.
4.0Niche User
4/16/2016Niche Review
Crime and safety is never something I have to worry about on a daily basis.
3.0Niche User
7/28/2016Niche Review
I feel like the police and the community should work together to reduce the crime rate.
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Canarsie Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Canarsie, Brooklyn sell after 125 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Canarsie, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $625,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Rare Waterfront Opportunity at Seaview Estates Condominium Waterfront residences at Seaview Estates Condominium rarely become available, making this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home an exceptional opportunity to own one of Brooklyn's hidden waterfront gems. Offering approximately 1,105 square feet, this spacious residence features an expansive open-concept living and dining area
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New Construction Two-Units Plus Studio Lower Level Turnkey Investment Newly constructed and fully electrified, 926 East 99th Street is a turnkey two-unit home in Canarsie offering immediate rental and low-maintenance ownership.The property features a 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment on the first floor and a 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment on the second floor. Both units are finished with
Great opportunities like this are hard to come by. This huge four family house comes with a garage , 5 balconies and additional outdoor space in the back . Easy access to the L train. As an enduser the rental income will cover your mortgage. All units are metered seperately . # bedrooms over 2 Bedrooms over 2 bedrooms over 1 bedroom. If you are an investor pls reach out for a set up. 11% cap
Canarsie, Brooklyn.E 103 St/Seaview Ave.2nd floor. 3bd/2ba. Stainless steel appliances. Hardwood floors.Heat and Hot water included, Tenant pays gas and electric utilities. Ideal for traveling professionals.
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Very Spacious and very bright 2 bedrooms in the heart of Canarsie. This lovely apartment is located literally 100 feet away from the beautiful and famous Spring Creek Park and the very few minutes away from Canarsie Peer and Kings Highway Plaza. Come and experience your stay in this lovely neighborhood. APARTMENT FEATURES:- ~~ Very large living room with high
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Beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment featuring a spacious, sun-filled living room, gleaming hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and split-unit air conditioning. The updated eat-in kitchen offers white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space. Renovated bathroom with modern finishes, including a glass-enclosed tub/shower and LED vanity
Beautiful Studio apartment in Canarsie on a tree lined block near transportation,schools places of worship.This apt was newly renovated and updated,The rental includes everything (Light and gas) please contact L/B
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NOTE: City Voucher applicants are encourage to apply for this apartment.Sunny and large 3 bedroom ideally in the heart of Canarsie . The 3 bedroom is on the 2nd floor of a private town house. Enjoy all the local amenities that a community has to offer. APARTMENT FEATURES:-~~ Master Bedroom very large and naturally bright ~~ with extra large room can be use as closet or computer room~~ 2nd bedroom
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