Williamsburg

The streets of Williamsburg are never dull. Big thoroughfares such as Bedford, Lorimer, and Graham are always bustling with shoppers and diners, and the quieter, tree-lined side streets are often punctuated by long-time local residents sitting out on their stoops, playing cards.

At a Glance

Williamsburg is Brooklyn’s booming epicenter with a well-deserved and worldwide reputation for being an influential hub thanks to a thriving cultural scene. Here you will find eye-catching new construction, brownstones, and prewars sitting next to historic buildings on streets dotted with restaurants, art spaces, boutiques, and more. With a Manhattan-facing waterfront (hello Domino Park!) and its large weekend markets (we’re talking about you, Smorgasburg, and Artists & Fleas), the neighborhood is ideal for strolling and people watching. Another fringe benefit is Williamsburg’s proximity to Manhattan via the G, L, M, and N subway lines.

The Mood

Williamsburg is a stimulating playground offering activities for every interest, from beer-to-go at Brooklyn Brewery to glassblowing classes at Brooklyn Glass.

Heart of the Neighborhood

The cobblestone streets and Industrial-era buildings, which provide the backdrop for this vibrant neighborhood,

Neighborhood Quirk

Williamsburg throws together a wonderfully diverse mix of people.

Best Perk

The Williamsburg Waterfront where you can find public outdoor spaces and the NYC Ferry.

Biggest Downside

Those dependent on the L train to get around may be thrown off course when the station is closed for repairs and maintenance.

$1.3M

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$4,499

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The Mood

Williamsburg is a stimulating playground offering activities for every interest, from beer-to-go at Brooklyn Brewery to glassblowing classes at Brooklyn Glass.

Heart of the Neighborhood

The cobblestone streets and Industrial-era buildings, which provide the backdrop for this vibrant neighborhood,

Neighborhood Quirk

Williamsburg throws together a wonderfully diverse mix of people.

Best Perk

The Williamsburg Waterfront where you can find public outdoor spaces and the NYC Ferry.

Biggest Downside

Those dependent on the L train to get around may be thrown off course when the station is closed for repairs and maintenance.

What’s close by

1. Bushwick

Median Sale: $932K Median Rental: $3,350

2. Greenpoint

Median Sale: $1.4M Median Rental: $4,400

3. Bedford-Stuyvesant

Median Sale: $1.3M Median Rental: $3,200

4. East Village

Median Sale: $995K Median Rental: $4,100

By the Numbers

The days of Williamsburg being a haven for big spaces and cheap rents are long over. Today, Williamsburg is one of Brooklyn's most expensive neighborhoods with apartments in glassy condos and converted loft buildings commanding steep prices.

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*Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013 ACS

Williamsburg has earned its reputation as a hipster's paradise. It's party central, bursting with music venues, bars, restaurants, and vintage boutiques.

Bedford Avenue is always crowded and becoming more so every day. As new developments keep going up, it can sometimes feel like Williamsburg is close to bursting.

Eclectic and vibrant, Williamsburg attracts creative types and those who like to know there’s always a place to socialize — even at 3 a.m.

The waterfront is beautiful and attracts flocks of residents and tourists when the weather is nice. Ferries operate from North 6th and run down to Wall Street and over to Midtown.

Williamsburg has a young, energetic vibe. Residents have a lot of loyalty to the neighborhood, although escalating rents are pushing many long-term renters out to nearby Bushwick.