A waterside, northern Brooklyn neighborhood, Brooklyn Heights is a beautiful and historic area bordered by DUMBO, Cobble Hill, Downtown Brooklyn, and the East River. Considered New York’s first “suburb,” the area derives its name from its naturally elevated position. Hallmarks of this Brownstone Brooklyn neighborhood are quiet, tree-lined streets and grand, historic homes. A pedestrian walkway along the East River, The Brooklyn Promenade, draws locals and tourists alike for its breathtaking views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Downtown Manhattan, and the water. A relatively new addition to the neighborhood, the riverside Brooklyn Bridge Park is a world-class green space offering recreation and respite year round.
Downtown Brooklyn, Cobble Hill, DUMBO
Subway: 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, N, R, W Buses: B25, B61, B63, B65
Brooklyn Heights streets are home to large, often palatial townhouses dating to the early 19th century; buildings in the Greek Revival, Gothic, Italianate and Late Victorian style; and even early- and mid-20th century apartment buildings. Clapboard single-family homes and charming brick carriage houses add to the architectural diversity and texture. For luxury rentals and condos with a full slate of amenities and services, look to the northern and western edges of the neighborhood—outside the historic district where development is permitted.
Brooklyn Heights homes are beautiful and historic. From historical townhomes to sky-rise apartments with Manhattan views, there is something for everyone.
- Natalie Rabaa, Real Estate Agent
The stoops leading to the majestic entrance doors create an elegant invitation. In addition there are many historic interior details, like high ceilings and ornate fireplaces.
- Petra Kobayashi, Real Estate Agent
A stone’s throw from Manhattan, Brooklyn Heights is an elegant escape from city life that offers a combination of incredible convenience and refined, peaceful surroundings. While Brooklyn Heights offers a singular refuge from urban life, it is simultaneously surrounded by the dynamic and bustling neighborhoods of Downtown Brooklyn, Cobble Hill, and DUMBO, where all the essentials and the finest of everything are close at hand. Named New York City’s first Historic District in 1965—a designation that curbed development and alterations within its boundaries—Brooklyn Heights is architecturally one of the most well-preserved areas of New York City.
I love the tree-lined streets and the graceful historic buildings. The inherent elegance is uplifting and transports one out of the busy zeitgeist Many Brooklyn neighborhoods have changed a lot, but Brooklyn Heights remains remarkably intact to this day. It is the opposite of high-rise Manhattan and evokes the sense of a bucolic past that makes it so charming.
- Petra Kobayashi, Real Estate Agent
Brooklyn Heights is the idyllic Brownstone Brooklyn neighborhood. The tree-lined streets and historic buildings take you back to a NYC of yesteryear, while the subway access and close location to Manhattan, DUMBO, and Downtown Brooklyn make for the perfect location to live in NYC.
- Natalie Rabaa, Real Estate Agent
One of the newest and best parks in New York City is in Brooklyn Heights’ backyard; other options for outdoor recreation include smaller, shady parks and an island in New York Harbor.
The promenade is world famous for views and one of the best places in the city to take a picture
- Natalie Rabaa, Real Estate Agent
Brooklyn Heights celebrates and showcases its history, while also offering opportunities to experience the new and cutting-edge.
There are many beautiful old churches. One of them is the famed Plymouth Church, the seat of the Underground Railroad while under the ministry of abolitionist Henry Ward Beecher and his sister, Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of Uncle Tom’s Cabin.” The garden is graced by a beautiful sculpture of Beecher and is one of my favorite places to walk by in the neighborhood.
- Petra Kobayashi, Real Estate Agent
Brooklyn Heights homes are beautiful and historic. From historical townhomes to sky-rise apartments with Manhattan views, there is something for everyone.
- Petra Kobayashi, Real Estate Agent
Brooklyn Heights is full of dining options, no matter what you’re looking for: casual and comforting, romantic and refined, and brunch and late-night friendly. From rooftop scenes and creative cocktails to an ale house, a bar on a boat, or a sailor’s dive, you’ve got choices on where to go after hours.
Noodle Pudding is an Italian restaurant where the food is a mix of expected classic dishes and in season specials. All cooked to perfection and of a superb quality. All cash, so bring your wallet!
- Katriona Kearney, Real Estate Agent
From rooftop scenes and creative cocktails to an ale house, a bar on a boat, or a sailor’s dive, you’ve got choices on where to go after hours.
Ingas Bar is a vibrant nighttime bar, with a crowd every day of the week. Special ambience, great cocktails and beer, with unique wine choices.
- Katriona Kearney, Real Estate Agent
Atlantic Avenue is a main corridor for groceries, gourmet foods, and stylish home accents; streets like Montague and Henry offer a more relaxed shopping experience.
The Brooklyn Womens Exchange has been serving the community since 1854 and has you covered for all manner of unique handmade gifts.
- Katriona Kearney, Real Estate Agent
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