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Brooklyn’s template of hipsturbia
With a long-time reputation for being Brooklyn’s hippest neighborhood, Williamsburg is still sought out by residents and visitors for its cultural cache and vibrant nightlife scene. Over the past few decades Williamsburg has experienced transformations, and what had historically been an area home to Jewish, Polish, Puerto Rican and Ukrainian immigrants became a bohemian enclave for artists and musicians, a hipster hotspot and then a haven for trendy restaurants and high-end boutique shopping. As the area has gentrified, its aesthetic has become glossier, though its appeal remains in its proximity to Manhattan and its overall artsy neighborhood feel. “It’s one stop outside Manhattan, so convenience is super easy; people feel like they are straddling the East Village,” says Christian Haag, a real estate salesperson with Nest Seekers International who has lived in the neighborhood for 20 years. “The parks are great, the restaurant scene is awesome, the nightlife scene is great and you still have mom-and-pop boutiques.”
McCarren Park is a neighborhood gathering space
Domino Park offers Manhattan views
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Condo and conversion buildings, including Austin Nichols House
Newer condo buildings and conversions have become most prevalent as Williamsburg’s popularity has grown, though there is more inventory in rental buildings. “The newer architecture popping up in the area is pretty sleek and modern, with a lot of windows and a ton of light,” Haag says. A one-bedroom condo runs between $680,000 and $1.4 million. In a waterfront conversion like the Austin Nichols House, formerly a Wild Turkey Bourbon distillery, a one-bedroom can cost between $1 and $1.6 million. The condos at One Domino Square, near the restored Domino Sugar Factory, are currently under construction. Though the neighborhood has few co-op buildings, a rare one or two-bedroom near Bedford Avenue might cost between $500,000 and $850,000. Multi-family brick townhouses go for between $1.6 million and $5.5 million.
New condo buildings are rising
Historic conversions are found in the neighborhood
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Numerous trendy restaurants, eclectic shops and nightlife spots
Williamsburg is home to a proliferation of fashionable bars and restaurants. Neighborhood stalwarts like the Peter Luger Steakhouse and Diner, which has been serving farm-to-table specialties inside a rail car for over two decades, sits near the Williamsburg Bridge. A few blocks away on South 2nd Street, L’Industrie Pizzeria serves coveted slices. Dining and drinking spots crowd Metropolitan Avenue, including the vegetarian-focused Butcher’s Daughter, while Fresh Kills Bar mixes craft cocktails nearby at Grand and Bedford. Residents can also opt for culturally diverse fare like Brazilian, Israeli, Italian and Sichuan. Trader Joe's on Kent Avenue and Whole Foods on Bedford Avenue offer groceries.Indie shops, eclectic thrift shops, record stores and art galleries uphold Williamsburg’s creative visage. Bookstores like Quimby’s and Spoonbill & Sugartown offer trendy alternatives to chain shops, while vintage boutiques like Le Grand Strip and Awoke Vintage contrast with glitzier chains.
Fashionable bars and restaurants can be found in the neighborhood
Skinny Dennis is a honky-tonk saloon pairing a woody space with beer & live music.
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Well-regarded schools with a focus on college prep
Pre-K through fifth-grade students can attend Brooklyn Arbor Elementary, which has a B rating from Niche. Conselyea Preparatory School serves sixth through eighth graders and has a B-plus rating, with a student-teacher ratio of 12 to one. B-rated Brooklyn Preparatory High School readies students for the future with 98% of graduates attending college.
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary
Conselyea Preparatory School
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Home to the expansive McCarren Park
McCarren Park is one of Williamsburg’s most popular green spaces. The 35-acre tract features athletic fields, bocce and tennis courts, outdoor exercise equipment and a running track. Kids take to the two playgrounds, and in the summer months, swimmers take to the revitalized McCarren Pool, which was re-opened in 2022. Domino Park spans five acres along the East River, offering views of Manhattan and spots for picnicking. The Marsha P. Johnson State Park (formerly East River State Park) also offers passive riverside recreation with picnic spots overlooking skyline views. Just north, Bushwick Inlet Park offers soccer fields and open green spaces. Smaller parks like Sternberg Park and Cooper Park have basketball courts and playgrounds.
Residents use the track at McCarren Park
Domino Park is popular for waterfront views
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Annual events celebrate a diverse, artsy community
In July, crowds gather near the Shrine Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel for the annual Dancing of the Giglio, where dancing men carry an 80-foot-tall tower and a platform featuring a brass band through the streets. An accompanying feast celebrates Italian heritage, with a street festival spanning 12 days. Other parades happen throughout the year, including the Brooklyn Puerto Rican Day Parade in June and the Three Kings Day Parade in January.
Multiple trains, including the L, plus ferries to Manhattan
While the Williamsburg Bridge is the main connection to Manhattan for drivers, the L Train, which runs along Metropolitan Avenue, is the main line for commuters. The G train offers multiple Brooklyn stops, and the M and J trains have stops along Broadway. Buses also serve the area. Residents have access to two East River ferry stops: one in North Williamsburg near North 5th Street, and the other in South Williamsburg near South 10th Street, connecting to Manhattan and DUMBO.
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Williamsburg can be a refreshing place for newcomers. The people here are nice and welcoming and the culture can be amazing. The only thing that could improve a bit is the crime at night. We need to reenforce our safety and protection.
4.0Niche User
3/30/2016Niche Review
I'd say it's "great" based on what I know/what I've heard. I personally don't see or hear crime happening in my area, and yes you hear the occasional story on the news about someone on the loose in the city and possibly in my area - but that's what it's like everywhere in NYC.
5.0Current Resident
3/29/2019Niche Review
Williamsburg started as a little neighborhood: quiet, deserted. It is the complete opposite now. I have seen all of the change occur here, making this neighborhood the perfect example of gentrification. There are stores all around and nigh life has increased greatly, yet it is still safe. There are not many news stories that are heard of in Williamsburg. I love it here.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Williamsburg
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Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
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Williamsburg Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Williamsburg, Brooklyn sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Williamsburg, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $1,650,000, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to a rare oversized 58 Met gem. This charming one bedroom home enjoys bright southwest exposure that includes tree top and city views. Exploring the space you discover a deep living room with a generous space that offers an expansive living space and room for a separate dining area. What's more the home boasts nine foot ceilings giving this jewel a bright and airy feel. The
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For the first time in its history, prime North Williamsburg will finally have a condo that blends the best of European craftsmanship with the creativity and individuality for which the neighborhood has become so beloved. Unit 2B is a massive 1375 SF 2 bed, 2 bath home with a huge living room and a spectacular 232 SF wraparound loggia offering partial water views and south-facing light. Designed
PRICE ADJUSTMENT! Welcome home to this incredible west-facing, 1096 sq ft, 1 bed 1.5 bath, with office, condominium on the top floor in the Mill Building, one of the premier buildings in North Williamsburg. Available for the first time in 15 years, the apartment also comes with the rarest of rare: a prized Manhattan-facing 700 sq ft cabana one flight above to enjoy the full city skyline day or
An exceptional Williamsburg corner property brimming with potential! This 3-family residence offers rare flexibility—whether you’re looking to reconfigure, extend, or fully remodel, the possibilities are wide open. Currently configured with one 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, two 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartments, and a full basement with separate Bilco access, the home also includes a rare 3-car garage,
Nestled within the gorgeous post-war 150 East 56th Street is this wonderful apartment offering an impressive 800 sqft of living space. South-facing, you'll feel at home from the moment you step inside. The layout offers one bedroom and one bathroom, as well as a large living room and a dining area with pocket doors. The kitchen is well-equipped and there is ample storage throughout. Residents
Yes, you can have it all in this Williamsburg Co-Op classic. A sun-lit front-facing two-bedroom, one-bathroom home that is a Brooklyn Dream. From the definitive dining and nightlife scene along Bedford to the stunning anchor of the W'burg Waterfront, 5-Acre Domino Park, and effortless access to Manhattan across the nearby Williamsburg Bridge. The affordability and location are unmatched.
PIN DROP QUIET. 3 BEDROOM + 2 1/2 BATHROOM 1,529 SQ FT FULL SERVICE CONDO WITH 877 SQ FT PRIVATE GARDEN + TAX ABATEMENT UNTIL 2032 Welcome home to a rare and stunning three bedroom garden residence in the heart of prime Williamsburg. Located within a full service luxury condominium, the home offers a rare combination of elevated design, generous indoor space and an incredible 877 square foot
Immediate Occupancy.One Domino Square, Brooklyn Refined.Annabelle Selldorf designed homes on the Williamsburg Waterfront with over 45,000 Sq Ft of amenities.This is an expansive three bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom, southwest corner residence. Bask in the natural light with downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan views all the way down to the Statue of Liberty! The open
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Two levels, two private outdoor spaces, and Williamsburg's rooftops in view. Residence 4B sits at the top of 100 Scholes in every sense.This two-bedroom penthouse duplex offers 852 square feet inside and 673 square feet of private outdoors, with a primary bedroom that comfortably fits a king-size bed. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open the main living level to a private balcony, while
Welcome to 106 Graham, a boutique new-development condominium perfectly positioned in the heart of iconic Williamsburg, where modern design meets the energy and convenience of one of Brooklyn’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Introducing Residence 2B, a thoughtfully designed one-bedroom, one-bathroom home spanning approximately 707 square feet, offering a refined balance of comfort,
Welcome to 145 Conselyea Street, a boutique collection of three meticulously crafted luxury residences in the heart of vibrant East Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Thoughtfully designed with exceptional attention to detail, each home offers the perfect balance of modern sophistication, comfort, and functionality. Residence 1 is a beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condominium offering 925 square
Most Williamsburg homes end at the back wall. Residence 1B keeps going: 1,520 square feet of interior living opening onto more than 1,000 square feet of private outdoor space, including a massive backyard and garden area.Spread across two levels, this one-bedroom, two-bath garden duplex opens to a sun-filled living room and a custom kitchen anchored by vein-matched quartz countertops and
This Is Brooklyn Loft Living for People Who Have Something to Say. Come Make Some Noise. Some apartments ask you to fit in. This one asks you to show up. Soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and a sprawling open layout give 4D the kind of energy that turns a Tuesday night at home into the main event. It's loft living with an edge, the kind of space where your record collection, your art, and your
Lorimer St, Williamsburg, Brooklyn – Private RoomJust steps from the Broadway and Lorimer subway stations, in the heart of WilliamsburgIf you’re looking for a private, fully furnished bedroom in a clean, social apartment, this might be what you need.This is a private room in a shared apartment. You'll have your own space to rest and recharge, while sharing the kitchen,
Discover the best of New York, with this two bedroom apartment in South Williamsburg. It’ll be easy to simply show up and start living in this furnished apartment with its fully equipped kitchen, living room, and our dedicated, on-the-ground support. (ID #NYC1865)The advertised rate of $6,620/month is the lowest available price, based on a 11 month(s) and 29 day(s) stay with a move-in
Built in 2023, this modern 1-bedroom apartment offers an open-concept layout with a living area that accommodates a couch, coffee table, TV stand, and barstools by the kitchen island. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, and stove.The bedroom comfortably fits a queen-size set or can accommodate a king-size bed.
Drink your fill of sunshine, river views, serene space and extraordinary services in this sterling southwest facing, high-floor one bedroom plus balcony at the Edge the preeminent condo project on Williamsburg's glinting waterside, a highly-desired, LEED Gold-certified luxury development with amenities galore and taxes abated. Ease of living in this apartment is underlined by the long and lush
Prime Williamsburg FLEX 2 bed / 1 bath unit with south facing balcony space. This bright and sunny unit is equipped with - southern exposures - wide plank oak floors - central heating and cooling - in unit washer/dryer - open kitchen w/ custom oak cabinets and natural stone countertops and backsplash - top of the line appliance package - large bedroom - great closet space - spa like bathroom 308
Discover the best of New York, with this one bedroom apartment in Southside. It’ll be easy to simply show up and start living in this furnished apartment with its fully equipped kitchen, living room, and our dedicated, on-the-ground support. (ID #NYC2012)The advertised rate of $5,370/month is the lowest available price, based on a 11 month(s) and 29 day(s) stay with a move-in date of
Welcome to your new home in the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This charming property offers a perfect blend of urban living and community access, making it an ideal place to call home.Key Property Features include a 1st floor 740 square foot apartment with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bathtub, providing ample space for comfortable living. Exclusive use of a large
Step into a residence where modern design meets timeless elegance. Towering ceilings and expansive living spaces create a sense of light and freedom, while rich hardwood floors add warmth and refinement. The open-plan layout seamlessly connects living, dining, and kitchen areas, making the space ideal for entertaining or unwinding in style.The gourmet kitchen is crafted for culinary creativity,
The advertised rate of $7,178/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of October 5, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. The rate is applicable when billed upfront; it can be
Discover the best of New York, with this one bedroom apartment in Southside. It’ll be easy to simply show up and start living in this beautifully furnished apartment with its fully equipped kitchen, spacious living room, and our dedicated, on-the-ground support. (ID #NYC2013)The advertised rate of $5,130/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s) stay with a move-in date
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