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Classic brownstones and luxe condos between Prospect Park and Barclays
Prospect Heights has long lived in the shadow of its bigger, more prestigious neighbor, Park Slope. But when the Barclays Center opened in 2012, Prospect Heights became a destination of its own. Today, trendy restaurants and bars on its main avenues, Vanderbilt and Washington, attract New Yorkers across the city, and new condos popping up alongside prewar brownstones deliver luxury amenities. “Traditional brownstones aren’t going anywhere,” says Steven Sallion, a Brooklyn-born real estate broker who’s lived and owned in Prospect Heights for the past 30 years. “But these other buildings are providing more choice for people who are new to the neighborhood.” Proximity to Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Museum and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden also means families can have a day out while staying close to home. “I like the scale of the neighborhood,” says resident and real estate broker Lindsay Barton Barrett. “Prospect Heights is a really nice combination of neighborly residential scale with really easy access no matter where you are, and an organic mix of residential and retail spaces throughout.”
Historic brownstones line the streets of Prospect Heights.
Modern living in Prospect Heights' contemporary condos.
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Vanderbilt Avenue is a main dining destination
“Prospect Heights has always had this brother-sister relationship to Park Slope. Now a lot of the more popular retail options are choosing Prospect Heights over Park Slope,” Sallion says. Vanderbilt Avenue has become one of the area’s main dining drags, with Chuko’s ramen and pork buns, and Olmsted’s playfully upscale New American food and garden seating. On weekends during the spring and summer, Vanderbilt becomes pedestrian-only, thanks to the NYC Open Streets program. “Kids can play in the street and moms meet up with strollers; it’s really enhanced walkability,” Sallion says. Washington and Flatbush avenues have both old favorites like Tom’s, a checker-floored 1930s diner, as well as newer transplants like Patsy’s for family-style Italian and Sofreh’s Persian for date night. The year-round Greenmarket at Grand Army Plaza has fresh local produce, and Union Market on Flatbush Avenue has specialty groceries. And Unnameable Books offers a taste of the neighborhood’s eclectic personality.
Little Cupcake Bakeshop on Vanderbilt is one of the small businesses that line the avenue.
Branded Saloon is a sprawling Western-themed bar in Prospect Heights.
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Landmark prewar co-ops next to history-making new developments
Quaint side streets maintain a connection to early 20th-century New York City, with prewar brownstones making up much of the neighborhood’s historic district and low-rise co-op buildings, of which some have historic landmark designations. Elsewhere, pre- and postwar buildings coexist, sometimes with converted warehouses in between. Co-ops can start as low as $550,000, but most are priced from $1.2 million to $2 million, depending on size. Many avenues maintain the area’s low skyline with brick co-op and apartment buildings, but newer and taller developments have been moving in, including glassy condominiums in the Pacific Park project where units range from $1 million to $4 million. Historic structures, like a red-brick schoolhouse, have been converted into co-op units, and some brownstone owners have renovated their buildings into three- or four-unit condos. “These converted condos provide a lower density option for those who don’t want all the amenities of a larger condo building,” Sallion says.
Prospect Heights has a mix of prewar buildings and new construction.
Prewar buildings in Prospect Heights.
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The Central Park of Brooklyn – zoo included
Prospect Park, located past the Romanesque arch in Grand Army Plaza, is one of the city’s biggest parks at 526 acres. Forested walking paths and a 3.35-mile biking loop keep people exercising, and a fishing pond and horseback riding trail connect residents to nature. A roller-skating rink — which turns into an ice-skating rink in winter — jazzes up recreation options beyond the baseball diamonds and tennis courts. In 2023, the Chelsea Piers Field House brought indoor swimming and athletic programming that families can use year-round. The zoo’s wildlife entertains and educates, and the nearby Brooklyn Botanic has indoor and outdoor gardens blooming in every season.
Nearby Prospect Park's bike loop offers locals a safe and fun place to ride.
Boat rentals are available in the Prospect Park lake, near Lefferts Gardens.
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West Indian Day Parade, Cherry Blossom Festival and Brooklyn Nets games
Just south of Prospect Heights, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden has two annual events that bring out New Yorkers from across the city: the Sakura Matsuri Cherry Blossom Festival in late spring and the Lightscape show in winter. In September, the West Indian Day Parade dances up Flatbush Avenue for a colorful finish at Grand Army Plaza. Summer music performances at the Lena Horne Bandshell in Prospect Park offer outdoor entertainment, and the Barclays Center regularly hosts Brooklyn Nets basketball games and concerts. "Having the center right there in the neighborhood is amazing for its variety of high-brow events," Barton Barrett says.
Stars descend on Brooklyn Botanic Gardens Lightscape.
Barclays Center is a popular sports and entertainment arena in Prospect Heights.
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Subways to Manhattan and railroads to Long Island
“What’s interesting is that most areas that are considered prime for Park Slope can be so far from the train,” Barton Barrett says. “What’s nice about Prospect Heights is the neighborhood itself is not very big, but wherever you are, you have good access to a variety of trains.” Subway stations dot the perimeter of Prospect Heights, with service on the 2, 3 and 4 lines, as well as the B and Q trains. Ten different subway lines pass through Atlantic Avenue Station at the major intersection of Atlantic and Flatbush avenues, and underground walkways to Atlantic Terminal provide connections to the Long Island Railroad.
Atlantic Terminal-Barclays Center is a major transit and entertainment hub in Prospect Heights.
The Atlantic Terminal connects NYC with the LIRR.
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Near one of NYC’s top 10 high schools
P.S. 9 Sarah Smith Garnet is a local public elementary school with an A grade from Niche. I.S. 340 North Star Academy serves middle schoolers and has a grade of B. Just outside Prospect Heights, the Brooklyn Technical High School has an A-plus from Niche, and in the fall of 2024, an existing middle and high school moved into a new mixed-use development at 664 Pacific Street.
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Prospect Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $1,402,500, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Opportunity knocks! This rarely available pre-war corner apartment is nestled sweetly on a tree-lined street in the heart of prime Prospect Heights. This delightful one bedroom retreat offers abundant natural Southern light from picture windows showcasing a cheerful view of trees and sky. Upon entering the open living and dining area, one immediately feels the warmth of original details including
Immaculate 3 bedroom at the crossroads of Crown Heights and Prospect Heights. This Unit in a self managed condo a block from the Brooklyn Museum, is in pristine condition, with new windowed kitchen including D/W, new bathroom, washer/dryer, and closets in all windowed bedrooms. Beautiful parquet wood floors throughout. New windows. Dedicated basement storage is included in the sale.
Welcome to 400 Lincoln Place, Apartment 2I, a beautifully oversized one-bedroom home in the heart of Prospect Heights, where classic Brooklyn charm meets everyday comfort. Perched on the second floor of a well-maintained, pet-friendly co-op, this inviting residence is filled with natural light throughout the day, thanks to its bright exposures and thoughtfully laid-out floor plan. From
This stunning loft-like, top-floor, three-bedroom, two-bath coop is on one of the most beautiful streets in Prospect Heights. The light-filled, open-plan living room/dining room/kitchen is the point of a pre-war Flatiron-style elevator building. With soaring 12.5 ceilings and windows on three sides, the room offers sweeping views of Brooklyns iconic brownstones and the Manhattan
Welcome to the Garden Duplex at 800 Dean Street —a thoughtfully designed 1,729-square-foot, two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath duplex offering exceptional indoor–outdoor living and flexible bonus space in a prime Brooklyn location. The main living level features an open-concept living and dining area that flows seamlessly to a private outdoor garden directly off the living room—perfect for morning
177 St. Marks Avenue, Apt. 3 is a fully renovated, sun-filled two-bedroom, two-bathroom pet-friendly condo that combines classic brownstone character with tasteful modern updates. Set in a charming turn-of-the-century brownstone, this beautifully proportioned home features 9-foot ceilings, lovely prewar detail, low monthly fees and a smart, comfortable layout designed for both everyday
Residence 326 at 550 Vanderbilt Avenue is one of the larger one-bedroom, one-bathroom layouts in the building, set within one of Brooklyn's most architecturally considered condominiums. Designed by COOKFOX Architects, 550 Vanderbilt holds LEED certification and is built around natural light, warm materiality, and thoughtful proportion. The living and dining area faces a quiet courtyard, with
This is not your typical cookie-cutter apartment! Welcome to 521 Dean St, apt 9, an architectural Loft-like duplex 2bed/2 bath (Convertible 3 bed) with Private Roof deck, nestled in the heart of Prospect Heights! Low Maintenance! This top floor walkup gem offers an exceptional living experience in a Brooklyn brownstone boutique coop and oozes with Character! It is beautifully
Just the PERFECT apartment in the PERFECT location! 230 Park Place, 6M, this one-and-a-half bedroom, one-and-a-half bath beauty in the sweet spot of Prospect Heights, offers up the best of all things Brooklyn. In a beautifully-maintained Art Deco building just blocks from the Park and Grand Army Plaza's famous Farmer's Market, you'll find every reason for being in this Borough of Kings. Shops,
135 EASTERN PARKWAY 4C GET LOST IN THIS 2,200 SQ FT CLASSIC 7! This is a rare opportunity to own one of the largest units in prestigious Turner Towers, one of NYC's most iconic Art Deco buildings. Spanning 2,200 sq feet, this is truly a home you can grow into, not out of. The home's rich history is revealed in its high beamed ceilings, original hardware, plaster walls,
Experience refined living at 550 Vanderbilt, an architectural standout by COOKFOX at the gateway to Pacific Park. Set beside 22 acres of green space, this distinguished residence offers a rare blend of elevated design and urban tranquility in vibrant Prospect Heights. Unit 702 is an elegant 1-bedroom home featuring soaring ceiling heights, wide-plank oak floors, and expansive windows that welcome
This is your chance to own a fantastic two-bedroom condo in a coveted 24/7 doorman building! Nestled on a picturesque block in Prospect Heights, this thoughtfully designed apartment offers a spacious living room with a dedicated dining area and an open kitchen, perfect for entertaining or everyday living. Both generously sized bedrooms feature large windows for maximum light and include built-in
Welcome to 658 Classon Ave, a charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located in the heart of Brooklyn. This thoughtfully designed home has a large loft like open layout, offering a perfect blend of comfort and functionality. Step inside and be greeted by gorgeous hardwood floors. The open-concept living and dining spaces create a seamless flow. Spacious enough for an extra large sofa and dining
Property Id: 2405644Great apartment in cute neighborhood with lots of cafes and restaurants, close to the Brooklyn museum, botanical garden and a nice walk to the Barclays center
A stunning, newly renovated, luxurious 3 bedroom, 2 and half bath townhome duplex on a picturesque street in the heart of Prospect Heights. This beautifully renovated home by the award winning team at the design/build firm MADE is a masterclass in craftsmanship and the use of light. With classic, restored, original detail juxtaposed with a modern, warm aesthetic, a working fireplace and the most
Room for rent: Beautiful finishes, fully-furnished spaces, and access to the best the city has to offer — it’s all yours when you make your home. This classic Brooklyn townhome offers updated spaces alongside convenient amenities, including a dishwasher, in-unit laundry, and a private backyard and roofdeck, perfect for cozy fall nights or summer days spent in the sun.Living at
Now offering up to 1 month complimentary + reduced security deposit for qualified applicantsWelcome to Prosper, a place designed for growth, serenity and the art of living well. Showcasing breathtaking skyline views, Prosper offers meticulously crafted apartments ranging from studios to spacious two-bedroom homes.At Prosper, your home is your canvas - a place to unwind, entertain, and live life
Room for rent: Beautiful finishes, fully-furnished spaces, and access to the best the city has to offer — it’s all yours when you make your home. This classic Brooklyn townhome offers updated spaces alongside convenient amenities, including a dishwasher, in-unit laundry, and a private backyard and roofdeck, perfect for cozy fall nights or summer days spent in the sun.Living at
- Available 6/1/2026- No Pets (Except for Service Animals)- Minimum 2-year lease term- All OH by appointment, please contact the listing agent Come home to this Lofty Sunny South-facing Studio home with lovely views of open skyline and picturesque Dean Street, in the beautiful historic Prospect Heights neighborhood! sets the new standard for Brooklyn living.The
Room for rent: Beautiful finishes, fully-furnished spaces, and access to the best the city has to offer — it’s all yours when you make your home. This classic Brooklyn townhome offers updated spaces alongside convenient amenities, including a dishwasher, in-unit laundry, and a private backyard and roofdeck, perfect for cozy fall nights or summer days spent in the sun.Living at
Pristine Brownstone 1 Bedroom apartment with balcony on a Prime Prospect Heights Block. This bright apt boasts an open living/dining room with lovely hardwood floors and exposed brick, a beautiful kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher and great counter space, a modern bath with a whirlpool tub and a spa shower. The spacious bedroom has a decorative fireplace.
Property Id: 2079337Newly renovated 1 Bed / 1 Bath at 396 Prospect Pl, Unit 3, in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn. This bright and airy apartment features hardwood floors, a spacious bedroom, stone countertops, and a modern kitchen with new stainless steel appliances. The sleek bathroom includes a glass shower for a contemporary touch. Perfectly located near Eastern Pkwy-Brooklyn Museum
Welcome to this NEWLY Renovated 1 BED apt, a dream come true right across the street from Prospect Park, Botanical Gardens, and Brooklyn Museum, not to mention the 2/3/ subway lines. Renovated a few years ago with a modern kitchen complete with ss appliances and quartz counters. Modern bathroom with deep tub.The spacious living room features 2 large windows, inlaid original parquet hardwood
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