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Gowanus

Gowanus

3.6
$1,537,352 Average Value
$1,342 Average Price per Sq Ft
14 Homes For Sale

An industrial, creative district in flux

Serving as a primarily commercial and manufacturing area since the mid-1800s, Gowanus and its industrial streetscapes contrast with the surrounding brownstone Brooklyn neighborhoods of Park Slope, Boerum Hill and Carroll Gardens. So much so that its namesake canal was declared a Superfund Site in 2010. Cleanup is underway, as is massive development following the neighborhood’s rezoning. An eclectic mix of businesses and galleries take advantage of the square footage available here, with an axe-throwing bar, rock-climbing gym, apiary and shuffleboard club among them. “Gowanus is kind of a cool, hip neighborhood. It has a lot more independent restaurants and event spaces. That’s a draw,” says Carolyn Cedar, a broker who has worked in the area for 19 years. With new towers rising, this gritty and dynamic neighborhood is on the verge of transformation.

Discover the beauty of urban renewal of The Gowanus Canal, at the Carroll Street Bridge.
Discover the beauty of urban renewal of The Gowanus Canal, at the Carroll Street Bridge.
Diverse selections of artwork at The Other Art Fair in Gowanus.
Diverse selections of artwork at The Other Art Fair in Gowanus.
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Independent businesses in sprawling spaces

Popular dining spots include Claro for Mexican cuisine, Insa for Korean and karaoke rooms and the cavernous Bison & Bourbon for Kosher barbecue. Littlefield and The Bell House host independent live music, theater and comedy shows, and major concert and sporting events are held at nearby Barclays Center, the home of the Brooklyn Nets. The taproom and beer garden of Threes Brewing are airy and welcoming. No Relation Vintage purveys fashionable finds in a former warehouse, and Big Reuse is a non-profit store committed to sustainability, selling donated furnishings, clothes and building supplies. A centrally located Whole Foods serves the neighborhood.

Whole Foods Market provides Gowanus residents shopping for organic and natural foods.
Whole Foods Market provides Gowanus residents shopping for organic and natural foods.
Big Reuse is oe of the big thrift shops in Brooklyn and it has huge collection
Big Reuse is oe of the big thrift shops in Brooklyn and it has huge collection
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Low-rise rowhouses old and new

Buildings here are typically three- and four-story Greek Revival rowhouses, many of them multifamilies. Exceptions to that include the 16-building Gowanus Houses NYCHA rental complex and a few newer condominiums. Townhome prices range from $1.5 million to $3 million, depending on condition and square footage. New construction condos are typically listed for between $800,000 and $2.5 million. Inventory can be scarce. “It’s a low-lying area. There’s less density, so there’s just not a lot of opportunity there,” says Cedar. Much of the new development coming to the area will be luxury rental buildings, with some units set aside for affordable housing.

Sleek and stylish apartment buildings rise up on 3rd Street in Gowanus.
Sleek and stylish apartment buildings rise up on 3rd Street in Gowanus.
Newer apartment buildings on 2nd Street offer urban convenience and sophisticated design.
Newer apartment buildings on 2nd Street offer urban convenience and sophisticated design.
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A pool, playgrounds and large parks nearby

Large parks are just outside the Gowanus borders and are easily accessed. Occupying an entire city block, Washington Park across Fourth Avenue contains playgrounds, ball fields and historic community space the Old Stone House in Brooklyn. Carroll Park in neighboring Carroll Gardens is similarly large, with playgrounds, blacktop for ball games and a splash pad. Within Gowanus, the recently renovated Douglass and DeGraw Pool welcomes swimmers all summer, and the compact Gowanus Waterfront Park is a preview of the extensive additional public space along the canal to come.

Main area close up with dogs
Main area close up with dogs
Gowanus Waterfront Park
Gowanus Waterfront Park
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Special education and arts are strong

The public Samuel Mills Sprole enrolls prekindergarten through fifth grade and has a strong special education program. It receives an A rating from Niche. Nearby public Middle School William Alexander, known for its arts program, is also rated A. In Park Slope’s Millennium Brooklyn High School receives an A plus from Niche and has a 12 to 1 student ratio.

Fostering educational values at German School Brooklyn.
Fostering educational values at German School Brooklyn.
Millennium Brooklyn High School is a public school in the Park Slope neighborhood.
Millennium Brooklyn High School is a public school in the Park Slope neighborhood.
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Access to subways, LIRR and the Interstate

Gowanus is served by local and express trains along Ninth Street and Fourth Avenue, and busses along the industrial arteries of Third and Fourth Avenues provide quick transit to downtown or south Brooklyn. Nine subway lines and the Long Island Railroad can be accessed at Atlantic Terminal a few blocks north, and Interstate 278, or the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, abuts the southern part of the neighborhood.

Ongoing efforts

The rezoning of Gowanus is projected to bring as many as 30 towers and 20,000 new residents to the neighborhood. Efforts to clean up the canal, while significantly delayed, have begun, including a $1.6 billion project to prevent sewage overflow. The neighborhood has experienced significant flooding in the past.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Laguardia

22 min drive

Subway

Smith-9 Streets

Bus

3 Av & Warren St

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9 St & 4 Av

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Smith St & W 9 St

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9 St & 2 Av

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3 Av & Butler St

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3 Av & Carroll St

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Smith St & Nelson St

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 5 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
8/13/2016 Niche Review
I've lived here all my life. So I have definitely seen the change, growing up from a kid to an adult.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Gowanus US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Gowanus Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,297,500
Median Sale Price
$1,217,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,200,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$2,600,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,297,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,342

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
561
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Median Year Built
2017
Months of Supply
3.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,066
Above the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
4,114
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,061
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
731
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
443
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,306

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Feb 8
    11am - 1pm

    464 Warren St Unit 1, Brooklyn, NY 11217

    $2,500,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,100 Sq Ft
    • 464 Warren St
    • Unit 1
    • New 24 days ago

    BOERUM HILL CONDO GARDEN DUPLEX. All fresh and light, the top floor of the condo with a private entrance is comprised of a large living room with working fireplace, spacious dining area, 2 bedrooms overlooking the garden and 2 bright bathrooms. Walk down the stairs and enter a large den/media room with space for multiple uses, there is one large sleeping space overlooking the garden, and another

    Jane Forman Sothebys International Realty

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  • Sunday, Feb 8
    11am - 3pm

    187 13th St Unit 1-A, Brooklyn, NY 11215

    $1,297,500

    • 2 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 1,448 Sq Ft
    • 187 13th St
    • Unit 1-A

    Townhouse Living. Condominium Ease. Set on a peaceful, tree-lined block at the crossroads of Gowanus and Park Slope, Residence 1A at 187 13th Street is a distinctive, 1,448 SF triplex combining the scale and character of a townhouse with the ease of condominium living. On the main level, oversized picture windows flood the great room and open kitchen with natural light, creating an airy and

    Shannon Eidman Compass

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  • Sunday, Feb 8
    1:30 - 2:30pm

    266 10th St Unit 3, Brooklyn, NY 11215

    $1,995,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,430 Sq Ft
    • 266 10th St
    • Unit 3

    Brand New Penthouse Condo!Prime Location: Perfectly situated in the heart of Park Slope/Gowanus, offering effortless access to shops, cafes, and multiple transportation options.Modern Comforts: A spacious, light-filled layout with hardwood floors and sleek, updated finishes throughout.Spacious Outdoor Living: Enjoy your private patio, ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your

    Vito Angelo RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals

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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

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Demographics

Total Population
11,106
Median Age
38
Population Density
31 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.5%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$105,960
Above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$138,421

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83%
College Graduates
58.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
2''

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Rider's Paradise

Transit Score®

100 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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