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Clinton Hill

Clinton Hill

Neighborhood Reviews
3.7
$1,330,104 Average Value
$1,333 Average Price per Sq Ft
60 Homes For Sale

A growing neighborhood surrounded by culture

Not long ago, Clinton Hill was considered an extension of Bedford-Stuyvesant—Bed-Stuy to locals. “Today, it’s the sister neighborhood to Fort Greene,” says Elizabeth Stile, broker of record at Stile Real Estate and Clinton Hill resident since 1984. Still, the neighborhood has an identity of its own. A wide variety of well-maintained homes has made the area a poster child of New York City’s prewar architecture. Beloved craft eateries and chill bars dot tree-lined blocks, while Pratt Institute’s students bring a creative, youthful energy to the neighborhood. Two of Brooklyn’s most popular parks, Prospect Park and Fort Greene Park, are within walking distance, as are cultural institutions like the Brooklyn Academy of Music and Barclays Center.

Clinton Hill neighborhood offers many different styles of homes.
Clinton Hill neighborhood offers many different styles of homes.
You can find many multi-story townhomes in Clinton Hill.
You can find many multi-story townhomes in Clinton Hill.
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Diverse architecture and limited new development

It’s not uncommon to see Italianate brownstones, Greek Revival rowhouses and converted carriage houses along the same street. Preserved, single-family mansions dating back to the 1800s come in a variety of styles with Victorian, Renaissance, Romanesque and Beaux-Arts facades. Grandiose, Gothic Revival churches anchor the area. New condominiums sit along the edges, as Clinton Hill’s historic district prevents new development at the center. Homebuyers see the neighborhood as a place they can grow. “Young people have started to move here and as they get older, they marry and start families, but they choose to stay,” Stile says. “Prices have risen lately, but there’s a good selection on the market.” A multifamily townhouse with parquet floors and original fireplaces ranges from $1.5 million to $3.5 million and large condos and co-ops can sell for as high as $1.8 million. Renovated one-bedroom condos start at $600,000 and older one-bedroom co-ops start at $400,000.

Victorian brownstone townhomes are popular in Clinton Hill.
Victorian brownstone townhomes are popular in Clinton Hill.
Residents in Clinton Hill have many residential options.
Residents in Clinton Hill have many residential options.
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A vibrant culinary scene, from breakfast to night caps

Clinton Hill’s restaurants reflect the sort of laid-back excellence typical of the neighborhood. "If you go out on a Wednesday or Thursday night, it’s bustling, especially when people are dining outside in the warmer months.” Stile says. New Yorkers rave about Emily Pizza, which started in Clinton Hill. Aita serves elegant Italian dishes in a cozy atmosphere, while Olea Mediterranean Taverna has a popular happy hour. Locals frequent Peck’s for their breakfast sandwiches and Mekelberg’s, a small market serving gourmet bar food in the back. The Good Batch is known for their cookies, and a line forms outside Otway Bakery daily for coffee and pastries. The nightlife scene is small but strong, with stylish jaunts like Baby Jane, Hops Hill and Mayflower. Two Key Food supermarkets flank the neighborhood.

Residents grab at drink at this cozy brick interior bar in Clinton Hill.
Residents grab at drink at this cozy brick interior bar in Clinton Hill.
A Clinton Hill favorite, Aita serves up a Italian trattoria with a twist.
A Clinton Hill favorite, Aita serves up a Italian trattoria with a twist.
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Stand-up schools serve the area

Families can choose among 11 public, charter and private schools for their children. Two public elementary schools, P.S. 11 Purvis J. Behan and P.S. 20 Clinton Hill, earn an A from Niche. Middle school students can attend the B-minus-rated Urban Assembly Unison School and high school students, the B-rated Benjamin Banneker Academy. Achievement First Endeavor School, a kindergarten-through-eight charter school, ranks among Niche’s top schools in the city. Also a neighborhood landmark, Pratt Institute is a private university known for its fine arts degrees.

Brooklyn's Unison School: Nurturing a passion for knowledge.
Brooklyn's Unison School: Nurturing a passion for knowledge.
Benjamin Banneker provides a safe learning environment to learn.
Benjamin Banneker provides a safe learning environment to learn.
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Shaded streets with major parks nearby

Though the area is known for its oak- and maple-lined streets, residents venture just outside its borders for wide open spaces. Fort Greene Park has tennis courts and a weekly artisan’s bazaar and greenmarket, plus holiday events throughout the year. On the other side of the neighborhood, Prospect Park offers 528 acres of nature with lakes, wooded trails and bike paths. The nearby Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a landscaped oasis. “Also, the campus at Pratt Institute has a lovely outdoor sculpture garden that’s open to the public,” Stile says.

Fort Greene Park is a great green space for exercise.
Fort Greene Park is a great green space for exercise.
Residents can enjoy a stroll throughout the local parks in Clinton Hill.
Residents can enjoy a stroll throughout the local parks in Clinton Hill.
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A culture-rich area with music, sports, arts and more

Famous artists have lived in Clinton Hill through the years, from poet Walt Whitman to rapper The Notorious B.I.G. Today’s residents inherited a thriving culture, with the Brooklyn Museum to the south and Barclays Center and the Brooklyn Academy of Music to the west.

Brooklyn Museum is a large attraction in Clinton Hill for visitors and residents to visit.
Brooklyn Museum is a large attraction in Clinton Hill for visitors and residents to visit.
Walt Whitman once called Clinton HIll home in the 1850's.
Walt Whitman once called Clinton HIll home in the 1850's.
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Easy access to trains, buses and bikes

Two subway lines run through the area: Residents take the A, C train to reach Manhattan or the G train to travel throughout Brooklyn and Queens. Atlantic Terminal, the city’s second-largest transit hub, is a 15-minute walk away. There are 10 bus routes and plenty of Citi bike stations throughout. Without traffic, drivers can reach LaGuardia Airport in half an hour.

Clinton Hill commuters have access to C train lines, connecting them to the vast MTA network.
Clinton Hill commuters have access to C train lines, connecting them to the vast MTA network.
Citi Bikes are plentiful in Clinton Hill, providing alternative travel options.
Citi Bikes are plentiful in Clinton Hill, providing alternative travel options.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Laguardia

18 min drive

Subway

Clinton-Washington Avenues (A,C Line)

Subway

Clinton-Washington Avenues (G Line)

Subway

Classon Avenue

Bus

Greene Av & Grand Av

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Fulton St & Classon Av

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Park Av & Ryerson St

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Atlantic Av & Waverly Av

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Putnam Av & Classon Av

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Myrtle Av & Washington Av

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Lafayette Av & Washington Av

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 23 Reviews
4.0 Current Resident
1/16/2021 Niche Review
Clinton Hill is a nice neighborhood to live in. The crime rates are very low and the neighbors are fairly nice. I would recommend living in this area because it is very kid-friendly. There are multiple parks so that kids can have fun.
4.0 Nearby Resident
5/22/2021 Niche Review
Clinton Hill is basically Prospect heights' twin brother. Also very liberal and activist. Great for college students and raising a family. Wouldn't say it's completely crime free like the Upper East Side or some of the wealthy Manhattan areas, but it's still very safe in my experience.
3.0 Niche User
3/30/2016 Niche Review
It's getting a bit better
3.0 Niche User
5/10/2016 Niche Review
I have never felt completely safe at night here.
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Clinton Hill Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,175,000
Median Sale Price
$1,177,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,840,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$2,950,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,362,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
200
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
27%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,333

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,691
Number of Homes for Sale
60
Median Year Built
1946
Months of Supply
3.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,666
Below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,261
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,123
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
760
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
528
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,178

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Sep 7
    1 - 3pm

    277 Washington Ave Unit 5J, Brooklyn, NY 11205

    $695,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 277 Washington Ave
    • Unit 5J

    Pre-War Sun-bathed 1 bedroom! PERFECT PIED-A-TERRE! Welcome to Apartment 5J in Francine Towers at 277 Washington Avenue - an elegant Pre-War building located in Prime Clinton Hill on a gracious tree-lined block. This prewar elevator building exudes timeless charm. Step into the gracious foyer and be drawn into the open living and dining area, where soaring ceilings, exquisite

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    Elizabeth Stile
    Stile Real Estate LLC
    (917) 992-2236
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  • Sunday, Sep 7
    1 - 3pm

    277 Washington Ave Unit 4C, Brooklyn, NY 11205

    $1,300,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 277 Washington Ave
    • Unit 4C
    • New 3 days ago

    Sponsor sale! No Board approval needed! Breezy, Bright, and Beautifully Renovated Bathed in natural light with windows in every room, this stunning home has been completely gut-renovated with style and comfort in mind. The spacious entry foyer opens into an airy, open-concept living and dining area - easily accommodating a large dining table and a cozy lounge

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    Elizabeth Stile
    Stile Real Estate LLC
    (917) 994-9401
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  • Saturday, Sep 20
    12 - 1:30pm

    500 Grand Ave Unit 5B, Brooklyn, NY 11238

    $1,200,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,000 Sq Ft
    • 500 Grand Ave
    • Unit 5B
    • New 8 days ago

    Welcome to 500 Grand Ave unit 5 B. Located in Clinton Hill Brooklyn. This Amazing 2 Bedroom condo with Deeded Parking and Deeded private Roof Top. Is the complete package . This stunning 2 Bedroom condo in an elevator building is currently Tax abated. This stunning condo has an amazing top of the line Chefs Kitchen with High end appliances Beautiful gleaming hardwood Flooring updated

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    Cheryl Rosenthal
    Realty Trends Corp
    (347) 242-5755
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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Condo Buildings

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
32,854
Median Age
37
Population Density
85 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.2%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$112,845
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$142,281

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95%
College Graduates
71%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.8%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Rider's Paradise

Transit Score®

100 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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