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 NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE

Brooklyn Heights

A Rare Kind of New York Living in Brooklyn Heights

At ARC Residential, finding a home goes beyond square footage—it’s about how you live day to day. Brooklyn Heights offers one of the most balanced lifestyles in Brooklyn: historic, tranquil, and exceptionally prestigious. Perched above the East River waterfront with sweeping views of Lower Manhattan, Brooklyn Heights is defined by its low-slung, landmarked architecture and quiet, tree-lined streets. From meticulously restored 19th-century carriage houses to grand pre-war co-ops and sleek condominium developments, it is a neighborhood that manages to feel like a stately residential enclave while remaining moments away from the city’s most vital financial and entertainment hubs.

What Defines Brooklyn Heights

At the center is a human-scale atmosphere where small boutique shopping and artisanal cafes meet the convenience of major cultural venues. Residents enjoy an elite quality of life defined by architectural majesty, the world-famous Promenade, and a strong sense of community. Beyond the picturesque blocks, the neighborhood delivers where it matters:
  • Transit Access: Unrivaled connectivity via the Borough Hall and Court Street stations, offering rapid, single-stop access to Manhattan via nearly every major subway line.
  • Dining & Culture: A premier culinary destination centered on Montague and Henry Streets, anchored by world-class waterfront recreation at the expansive Brooklyn Bridge Park.
  • Architecture: New York City’s very first protected historic district, featuring an unparalleled collection of federal, Italianate, and Greek Revival brick and brownstone row houses.

Brooklyn Heights Real Estate, Done Right

ARC Residential focuses on navigating the realities of the NYC market without the noise.
  • Sellers: We leverage the permanent demand for Brooklyn Heights’ limited inventory to position your property as a premier residential asset for families and top-tier professionals.
  • Buyers: We help you navigate the highly competitive landscape of historic townhomes and identify premium value within the neighborhood’s exclusive pre-war co-op and luxury condo sectors.

Why Brooklyn Heights Holds Value

Brooklyn Heights is a high-retention neighborhood where residents tend to stay for decades. Its value is anchored by its permanent Manhattan views, the footprint of Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the architectural permanence of its historic district. As inventory remains incredibly tight and the demand for authentic, blue-chip Brooklyn character grows, Brooklyn Heights continues to be one of the entire city’s most secure real estate investments.
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Real Estate & Living in Brooklyn Heights

PROPERTY TYPESBUYER PROFILESMARKET INSIGHTHistoric Brownstones
Boutique Condominiums
Brick Row Houses
Luxury Rental DevelopmentsEstablished Families
Manhattan Commuters
Design-Conscious ProfessionalsBoerum Hill median sale prices have seen significant year-over-year growth, driven by a desire for low-density living with immediate access to major transit and retail.

Things to do

CULTURAL LANDMARKS
Brooklyn Heights Promenade
Columbia Heights & Montague St, Brooklyn, NY
A historic pedestrian walkway offering world-famous, panoramic views of the Lower Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor, and the Statue of Liberty.
Bargemusic
1 Fulton Ferry Landing, Brooklyn, NY
A unique, floating chamber music venue anchored at Fulton Ferry Landing, hosting world-class musicians on a vintage coffee barge.
St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church
157 Montague St, Brooklyn, NY
A National Historic Landmark church famous for its breathtaking Gothic Revival design and America's earliest landmark stained-glass windows.
NIGHTLIFE & EVENTS
Montero
73 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY
A historic, nautical-themed waterfront destination since 1939, remaining one of New York's last legendary sailor bars with a lively karaoke scene.
Brooklyn Bridge Park Waterfront Events
334 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY
The immediate neighborhood waterfront anchor hosting cultural festivals, public art exhibits, and outdoor summer movie series along the piers.

Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping

FINE DINING
The River Café
1 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
A legendary, Michelin-starred waterfront culinary institution nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge, famous for its exquisite New American fine dining and unmatched, panoramic Manhattan skyline views.
Inga's Bar
66 Hicks St, Brooklyn, NY
A polished and deeply popular neighborhood corner bistro offering elevated European-American tavern fare in a beautifully warm, historic residential setting.
Henry Street Ale House
62 Henry St, Brooklyn, NY
A timeless neighborhood gastropub staple celebrated for its cozy wood-paneled atmosphere, robust craft beer selection, and classic comfort menu.
CASUAL & CAFES
L'Industrie Pizzeria - Brooklyn Heights
106 Montague St, Brooklyn, NY
The highly celebrated, legendary pizza outpost serving up world-class, light-crust artisanal slices and classic Italian gelato right on Montague Street.
Bevacco
60 Henry St, Brooklyn, NY
A charming, casual Italian trattoria offering a delightful menu of homemade pastas, fine wines, and classic sidewalk seating.
Maman
108 Montague St, Brooklyn, NY
A beautifully rustic, French-inspired neighborhood cafe offering specialty espresso drinks, famous chocolate chip cookies, and light breakfast options.

Schools & Education

PUBLIC SCHOOLS
P.S. 8 The Robert Fulton School
37 Hicks St, Brooklyn, NY
Grades PK-5, an exceptionally highly regarded and coveted public elementary school deeply praised for its robust parental community and arts integration. ~3–6 minute walk
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Saint Ann's School
129 Pierrepont St, Brooklyn, NY
Grades PK-12, a world-famous, elite independent arts-oriented academy celebrated for its un-graded, deeply progressive, and rigorous intellectual curriculum. ~4–7 minute walk
The Packer Collegiate Institute
170 Joralemon St, Brooklyn, NY
Grades PK-12, one of Brooklyn's oldest and most prestigious independent, coeducational preparatory academies featuring an iconic Ivy-walled campus. ~5–8 minute walk
Brooklyn Friends School
375 Pearl St (Nearby), Brooklyn, NY
Grades PK-12, a highly regarded independent Quaker academy emphasizing robust traditional academics alongside social justice and global responsibility. ~8–12 minute walk

Transportation & Commuting

TRANSPORTATION
Borough Hall / Court Street Station
Lines: 2, 3, 4, 5, R
The ultimate civic transit nexus anchoring the neighborhood, delivering immediate express access to Manhattan's East and West sides.
Clark Street Station
Lines: 2, 3
An exceptionally convenient, subterranean elevator station positioned right in the historic heart of the neighborhood.
High Street - Brooklyn Bridge Station
Lines: A, C
Located on the northern border, providing quick express access through Downtown Manhattan and upwards to the Upper West Side.
COMMUTE TIMES
Financial District (Wall St / Fulton St)
~3-5 minutes. Exactly one subway stop away via the 2/3 or 4/5 express lines.
Midtown Manhattan (Grand Central)
~12-15 minutes via the 4/5 Express.
Manhattan's West Side (Times Square)
~15 minutes flat via the 2/3 Express.

Parks & Greenspace

PARKS & GREENSPACE
Brooklyn Heights Promenade
Columbia Heights & Montague St, Brooklyn, NY
The neighborhood's iconic historic esplanade, offering a quiet pedestrian escape with world-famous, unobstructed panoramic views of Manhattan and the harbor.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
334 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY
A world-class, 85-acre waterfront linear park stretching directly below the heights, featuring scenic paths, rolling lawns, sports fields, and kayak launches.
Columbus Park
Joralemon St & Adams St, Brooklyn, NY
A bustling civic green plaza resting behind Borough Hall, hosting a highly popular year-round tri-weekly local farmers market.

Healthcare & Wellness

HOSPITALS & WELLNESS
NYU Langone Health - Cobble Hill / Heights Anchor
70 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY
A full-service 24/7 emergency care department and state-of-the-art multi-specialty outpatient medical clinic facility directly anchoring the local perimeter.
Equinox Brooklyn Heights
55 Court St, Brooklyn, NY
A premier, high-end luxury wellness and fitness sanctuary offering elite personal training, full-service spa amenities, and specialized group fitness studios.

Shopping & Essential Services

GROCERY
Trader Joe's - Court Street
130 Court St, Brooklyn, NY
A spectacular neighborhood landmark grocery staple beautifully housed inside a grand, historic 1920s banking hall on the local border.
Perelandra Natural Foods
175 Remsen St, Brooklyn, NY
A cherished, independent neighborhood institution serving the community since 1976 with high-quality certified organic produce and clean-label grocery goods.
Gourmet Garage
156 Montague St, Brooklyn, NY
A spacious local specialty food market offering organic grocery staples, artisanal cheeses, and premium chef-prepared grab-and-go options.

Safety, Fire, & Local Services

SAFETY & FIRE SERVICES
NYPD 84th Precinct
301 Gold St, Brooklyn, NY
The central primary precinct station house directly serving and protecting the Brooklyn Heights community.
FDNY Engine 224
274 Hicks St, Brooklyn, NY
A legendary, historic landmark fire station house tucked right onto Hicks Street, providing immediate local emergency services.
ADDITIONAL LOCAL SERVICES
USPS - Brooklyn Heights Station
148 Pierrepont St, Brooklyn, NY
The centralized, full-service post office center for neighborhood postal services and shipping needs.

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Notable Sales

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252 7TH AVENUE, APT 8/9H
  • $5,600,000
  • 3 BEDS | 3 BATHS | 3,256 SQFT
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200 CENTRAL PARK SOUTH, APT. 6B
  • $3,700,000
  • 2 BEDS | 2.5 BATHS
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125 WEST 21ST STREET, APT. 8A
  • $2,600,000
  • 3 BEDS | 3 BATHS | 1,760 SQFT
429 Greenwich St #6B-Loft-NYC
429 GREENWICH ST., APT. 6B
  • $2,450,000
  • 2 BEDS | 2 BATHS | 2,100 SQFT
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40 EAST 78TH ST, APT. 3H
  • $2,200,000
  • 3 BEDS | 3 BATHS | 1,800 SQFT
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205 THIRD AVE., APT. 9JK
  • $2,060,000
  • 3 BEDS | 2 BATHS
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50 LEXINGTON AVENUE, APT. 25E
  • $1,600,000
  • 3 BEDS | 2 BATHS
210-Lafayette-Street-Unit-2B
210 LAFAYETTE STREET, APT. 2B
  • $1,545,000
  • 1 BEDS | 1 BATHS | 768 SQFT
27-28-Thomson-Avenue-542
27-28 THOMPSON AVENUE, #542
  • $1,237,500
  • 1 BEDS | 1 BATHS | 1,178 SQFT
67-64-Exeter-Street
67-64 EXETER STREET
  • $1,100,000
  • 3 BEDS | 2 BATHS | 1,206 SQFT
415-Main-Street-Unit-6H
415 MAIN STREET, UNIT 6H
  • $995,000
  • 2 BEDS | 2 BATHS | 1,019 SQFT
194-Meserole-Street-Unit-4B
194 MESEROLE STREET 4B
  • $995,000
  • 2 BEDS | 1 BATHS

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