Overview
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Average Sales Price
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Median Sales Price
85,756
Population
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Total Listings
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Local Perspective
When I walk clients through Williamsburg, I frame it as one of Brooklyn’s most complete neighborhoods: it has energy, identity, strong housing demand, and real day-to-day livability. Because I work across Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan, I often recommend Williamsburg to buyers who want a neighborhood that feels distinctly Brooklyn but still keeps them closely connected to the rest of the city. It appeals to people who want more than just an apartment—they want a setting with culture, dining, waterfront access, and a strong sense of place. I also carefully position it for clients who are weighing lifestyle against value, because Williamsburg tends to attract buyers who appreciate design, location, and convenience and are willing to compete for the right fit.
Neighborhood Highlights
Williamsburg has a creative, polished, fast-moving feel. You get a mix of established residential blocks, lively retail corridors, converted industrial pockets, and newer waterfront living, which gives the neighborhood layers that many areas simply do not have. What makes it stand apart from nearby Brooklyn neighborhoods is how seamlessly it blends trend-forward restaurants, independent shops, nightlife, and everyday essentials with a genuine residential rhythm. Some sections feel busy and social late into the evening, while others feel surprisingly calm and neighborhood-oriented. That range is part of the draw: clients can often find a block or micro-area that matches their pace, whether they want something vibrant, design-conscious, social, or a bit more tucked away.
Buyer Fit & Lifestyle Match
I often see Williamsburg working especially well for creative professionals and entrepreneurs who want an inspiring neighborhood with character, strong amenities, and easy access to both Brooklyn and Manhattan; for first-time buyers who have outgrown the rental cycle and want to plant roots in a location that still feels exciting on a daily basis; for couples or young families looking for a balance of stroller-friendly streets, parks, dining, and practical convenience without giving up city energy; for investors or long-term buyers who understand the appeal of well-located Brooklyn inventory and want a neighborhood with enduring visibility and broad demand; and for design-minded buyers who care about architecture, layout, finishes, and the overall experience of living in a home that feels modern, stylish, and connected to the neighborhood around it.
Amenities & Attractions
Educational Environment
Elementary Schools (34)Middle Schools (25)High Schools (18)
Name
Category
Grades
Library
Ratio
8/10
PS 380 John Wayne Elementary School
370 Marcy Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Public
PK - 5
No
14:1 STUDENTS/TEACHERS
6/10
Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School
157 Wilson St4th Fl, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Public
5 - 12
No
17:1 STUDENTS/TEACHERS
6/10
P.S. 17 Henry D. Woodworth School
208 N 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Public
PK - 5
No
11:1 STUDENTS/TEACHERS
5/10
P.S. 84 Jose De Diego School
250 Berry St, Brooklyn, NY 11249
Public
PK - 8
No
12:1 STUDENTS/TEACHERS
4/10
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School
325 S 3rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Public
KG - 5
No
15:1 STUDENTS/TEACHERS
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Demographics
Data provided by Attom Data
Population
Employment
Population
85.8K
85.8K in 2020
Density
59.2K
per square mile
Households
27.5K
Total households
Gender
50% / 50%
Men Vs Women
Occupancy
14% / 86%
Owned Vs Rented
Age Median: Years
Education Level
