Brooklyn Heights is a historic and picturesque neighborhood located in Brooklyn, New York. Situated across the East River from Lower Manhattan, it is bordered by Cadman Plaza, the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, Court Street, and Atlantic Avenue. As the first suburb in the United States, Brooklyn Heights was designated as a historic district in 1965 and features an array of well-preserved architecture dating back to the 19th century.
The neighborhood is renowned for its charming tree-lined streets, lined with elegant brownstones, Federal-style row houses, and grand mansions. The area's historic character and unparalleled views of Manhattan's skyline make it a desirable location for those seeking a refined residential setting within the city.
Real estate in Brooklyn Heights includes a mix of single-family homes, luxury condominiums, and prewar co-op buildings. The market is competitive, with properties ranging from modest apartments to multi-million dollar townhouses. Due to the neighborhood's prime location and historic allure, prices tend to be higher than the Brooklyn average.
In addition to its architectural charm, Brooklyn Heights offers residents a vibrant local scene with an array of parks, shops, restaurants, and cultural institutions.
21,739 people live in Brooklyn Heights, where the median age is 38 and the average individual income is $81,109. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Brooklyn Heights, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Hunt Parr Yoga, Happy Swimmers USA, and Karatedo Honma Dojo.
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| Active | 3.6 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.7 miles | 19 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.75 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.63 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.87 miles | 31 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.78 miles | 20 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.07 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Brooklyn Heights has 9,478 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Brooklyn Heights do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21,739 people call Brooklyn Heights home. The population density is 90,834.75 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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