The Five Boroughs Like a Local: Apartments in Brooklyn

“Each of New York’s five boroughs have their own character and appeal, and within the boroughs themselves there are many different neighbourhoods to explore. With this selection of Brooklyn apartments you can get a taste of local life in the borough and the variety of experiences to be found there, from Williamsburg to Brooklyn Heights and Dumbo to Brighton Beach.

Brooklyn Heights Contemporary Gem
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With its mix of historic brownstone architecture and linked to Manhattan via Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights is a great choice if you want to be close to the action. Take a stroll along the Brooklyn Heights Promenade on the East River waterfront for views of the New York skyline, explore the bars and restaurants of Henry Street and discover the history of transport in the city at the New York Transit Museum.

In the heart of the neighbourhood, the Brooklyn Heights Contemporary Gem is a three-bedroom apartment close to Brooklyn Bridge Park, with fully-equipped kitchen, patio and internet access.

Penthouse Lofts in Williamsburg
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Over the last decade Williamsburg has become a magnet for artists and other creative types, a hip neighbourhood of bars, cafes, record stores and art galleries. Wander along Bedford Avenue for second-hand stores and boutiques or take a stroll through the East River State Park. The Brooklyn Art Library is also worth a visit, especially if you’re interested in the neighbourhood’s creative scene.

These Penthouse Lofts are a good choice for an adults-only apartment in Brooklyn, with seven bedrooms, kitchen and private terrace – and all within walking distance of the main Williamsburg attractions.

By LWYang from USA – Williamsburg, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=40014641

Beautiful Brooklyn Oasis in Prospect Heights
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If you’re heading to Brooklyn for an event at the Barclays Center, or you want to explore some of the cultural treasures that the borough has to offer, then Prospect Heights is a good base. As well as the home arena of the Brooklyn Nets basketball and New York Islanders ice hockey teams, you’ll also find the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and the Brooklyn Museum, the second largest in the city.

The Brooklyn Oasis in Prospect Heights is within walking distance of both the Barclays Center and Prospect Park. The one-bedroom apartment come with kitchen, separate living and dining area, and free WiFi.

Beautiful Bright Apartment in Dumbo
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With a mix of art spaces, bars and independent stores occupying old waterhouse buildings, there’s a lot going on in Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass. Better known as Dumbo, this is a waterfront neighbourhood of art galleries, flea markets, great restaurants and the historic Jane’s Carousel, a children’s ride dating back to 1922 in the Empire Fulton Ferry Park.

In the middle of Dumbo, this Beautiful Bright Apartment has two bedrooms and sleeps six. So, it’s a good choice for families looking to be within walking distance of the neighbourhood attractions.

Mural in Dumbo Dumbo (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) at Brooklyn – NYC – USA – By diego_cue, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=53039921Modern Brooklyn Studio in Brighton Beach
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If there is a corner of Brooklyn that has always been about fun, then it’s Brighton Beach and Coney Island, two neighbourhoods on the water with their famous boardwalks, beaches and all the classic attractions of the seaside. Don’t miss the rides and other amusements at the famous Luna Park, the New York Aquarium and all the local bars and restaurants that give the neighbourhood a lively character.

The Modern Brooklyn Studio in Brighton Beach is just two blocks from the boardwalk and the waterfront, with kitchen facilities, free WiFi and on-site parking if you are coming to Brooklyn with a car.

Studio Apartment in Park Slope
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The Park Slope Historic District is a great place to simply wander, checking out the various buildings from different points in the city’s history, chilled out bars and cafes, as well as independent shops and boutiques. Nearby Prospect Park is worth a visit all year round, with summer concerts, all-year skating rink and the Prospect Park Zoo. The Brooklyn Museum and the Barclays Center are also close to Park Slope.

This Studio Apartment in Park Slope is in a classic brownstone buildings within walking distance to the main attractions of the neighbourhood. The apartment has a kitchen and dining area, television and internet access.

Di Mikeruggy – Opera propria, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=46159105Fort Greene Private Homes
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The neighbourhoods of Fort Greene and Clinton Hill are close to the main attractions of Brooklyn but have their own distinct feel. There are lots of things to see and do, from the BRIC Arts Media House – a cultural hub for the neighbourhood – to the Pratt Institute Sculpture Park, the largest sculpture garden in New York. The main area for restaurants and bars is along Myrtle and DeKalb avenues.

Fort Greene Private Homes offer a range of different options, from four-bedroom townhouses to two-bedroom apartments. All feature a kitchen and free WiFi, while some come with balcony or garden views.

For more options to live like a local in New York take a look at all our apartments in Brooklyn.

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Cover pic: Brooklyn Heights Promenade – Di Photo by User:Kmf164. – Opera propria, CC BY-SA 2.5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=940419“