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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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what can i say i grew up here, change is already happening and im loving it! but we can work better to bring better public schools! we need to stop focusing on so many over priced private schools, and give people who can afford to bring there child to a 20+ thousand a years school and give our public school system a chance! Safety is a advantage to me we still have some locals that are a little loco but i think that's everywhere Affordable? So let me put it this way, you pay for what you get! Wiliamsburg is Super diverse & very family friendly
5.0Former Resident
11/28/2018Niche Review
There are so many great things about it. Many stores and restaurants. Creatinve and passionate people work and live around there.
5.0Current Resident
11/7/2023Niche Review
I was born and raised here, I like that mostly everyone is friendly and there's not much crime here. It's always going to be a place I call home. As for change, I'd suggest less construction, everyday there's construction.
5.0Current Resident
6/8/2022Niche Review
Williamsburg is a fantastic neighborhood. It's got everything you could possibly want in one place, and you don't even have to go into the city. From beautiful parks and buildings to great food, a million small businesses to support and lots of diversity, you can't go wrong with Williamsburg. It's a chill neighborhood - can't complain, personally. I suppose the only unattractive thing about it is how expensive some living costs are.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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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 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Williamsburg, Brooklyn over the last 12 months is $1,360,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to 1F a stunning 1,246 sqft duplex loft tucked inside a converted former cheesecake factory in the heart of Williamsburg. With soaring 11-foot ceilings and a sense of calm that is increasingly rare, the home feels expansive, super quiet, and impeccably maintained, offering a level of privacy and serenity that sets it apart the moment you walk in. The space unfolds with an effortless flow
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
3 BEDROOM 1,529 SQ FT FULL SERVICE CONDO WITH 877 SQ FT GARDEN TERRACE + 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 private garden, perfect for
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,
This residence is a refined expression of classic loft living, elevated through design, proportion, and light, set in the heart of Williamsburg in Brooklyn. Located within the coveted Berry Street Lofts, the home delivers generous scale, architectural clarity, and a strong sense of openness that is increasingly rare. 13-foot ceilings, oversized industrial windows, and wide plank wood floors
This residence is a refined expression of classic loft living, elevated through design, proportion, and light, set in the heart of Williamsburg in Brooklyn. Located within the coveted Berry Street Lofts, the home delivers generous scale, architectural clarity, and a strong sense of openness that is increasingly rare. 13-foot ceilings, oversized industrial windows, and wide plank wood floors
Showings require advance notice due to tenant occupancy. Lower duplex includes 2BR/2BA, recreation room, laundry room, and yard access. Upper unit is a 3BR/1BA with hardwood floors and renovated bath. Each unit has individual heat and hot water systems. Annual rent roll is $105,600 with leases in place. Taxes are low and building is well maintained.
Modern, bright, and truly move-in ready, this beautifully proportioned one-bedroom residence with a private balcony offers abundant natural light and easy living in the heart of Williamsburg. Set within an intimate newly built condominium with an elevator and shared roof deck, this thoughtfully designed home enjoys double exposures to the north and west, 9-foot ceilings, wide-plank
This three-bedroom, two-bathroom loft offers a rare blend of authentic industrial character and meticulously executed modern design in one of Williamsburg's premier addresses. Thoughtfully renovated to the highest standard, every detail of this residence merges historic loft proportions with contemporary luxury. Original architectural details anchor the home, while designer upgrades
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Welcome to 80 Met #PHK Enjoy sunrises, dining al fresco and stylish penthouse living in this stunning flexible three bedroom home with terrace. At nearly 1250 square feet, the home sports two bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a 245 square foot private terrace. There are enchanting views of Brooklyn, Manhattan and the East River from your terrace. You will be inspired by a layout that
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Immediate Occupancy.One Domino Square, Brooklyn Refined. Annabelle Selldorf designed homes on the Williamsburg Waterfront with over 45,000 Sq Ft of amenities.Introducing this naturally lit, two bedroom, two bathroom residence with an expansive, southeast corner living room, flowing seamlessly from the chef s kitchen. The sizable primary bedroom in this residence features customized closets, and
Welcome to 96 North 1st Street, a new development in the heart of Williamsburg with only five unique full-floor units. Unit 5 is a stunning full-floor residence with a private roof space and two private terraces. The kitchen seamlessly opens to the living room and extends to a balcony offering stunning city views. All floors are heated with multi-zoned radiant heat, ensuring comfort in every
3 BEDROOM 1,529 SQ FT FULL SERVICE CONDO WITH 877 SQ FT GARDEN TERRACE + 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 private garden, perfect for
A Legacy Continued Welcome to 152 N 10th St, a landmark eight-family residence in the heart of Williamsburg. This striking building, rich in history and adorned with copper patina, tells a story of craftsmanship and care originally built by a father, now meticulously restored and reimagined by his son. A new chapter begins, blending classic architectural beauty with modern comforts to create a
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,
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
Room for rent: The Montrose Williamsburg HouseLocated in the heart of Williamsburg, the Montrose Williamsburg House is just a 19-minute commute into Manhattan and has plenty of cafes, shops, and bars within walking distance. The house is a newly renovated space inside and out, with split-unit heating and air conditioning, updated appliances, hardwood floors, and free laundry
Discover the best of New York, with this one bedroom apartment in 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 #NYC1730)The advertised rate of $5,750/month is the lowest available price, based on a 5 month(s) and 16 day(s) stay with a move-in date of
Room for rent: The Williamsburg HouseWilliamsburg is known for its vibrant social scene and young atmosphere, and the Williamsburg House located in the neighborhood’s heart is no exception. With bustling restaurants, cozy cafes, colorful street art, and hip bars lining every street, this neighborhood has everything you need to make the most of NYC.While the house’s facade has
The advertised rate of $5,558/month is the lowest available price, based on a 1 month(s) stay with a move-in date of November 23, 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
Rising above the buzz of the city, this residence is your personal oasis. Soaring ceilings and a graceful layout create an airy flow, while natural light and neutral palettes promote peace and mindfulness throughout.The kitchen, both functional and refined, offers everything needed to create and connectfrom quiet breakfasts to evening gatherings. Every appliance and fixture is carefully
Show up and start living from day one in New York with this charming studio Blueground apartment. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished, beautifully designed, and fully equipped Ukrainian Village home. (ID #NYC878)The advertised rate of $4,030/month is the lowest available price, based on a 8 month(s) and 16 day(s) stay with a move-in date of September 29, 2026. If you’re
Room for rent: The Montrose Williamsburg HouseLocated in the heart of Williamsburg, the Montrose Williamsburg House is just a 19-minute commute into Manhattan and has plenty of cafes, shops, and bars within walking distance. The house is a newly renovated space inside and out, with split-unit heating and air conditioning, updated appliances, hardwood floors, and free laundry
The advertised rate of $11,758/month is the lowest available price, based on a 1 month(s) stay with a move-in date of September 1, 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
Show up and start living from day one in New York with this beautiful one bedroom Blueground apartment. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished, beautifully designed, and fully equipped Williamsburg home. (ID #NYC1045)The advertised rate of $5,860/month is the lowest available price, based on a 11 month(s) and 22 day(s) stay with a move-in date of December 31, 2030.
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