Crown Heights

Although boasting signature late-19th-century to early-20th-century architecture, the ever-evolving Crown Heights feels current and cool with its mélange of cultures, cafés and eclectic restaurants that will draw you in – not to mention the extra dwelling space and easy commute to Manhattan.

Its location also means access to the borough’s preeminent institutions like the Brooklyn Museum and famed Brooklyn Botanic Gardens inside Prospect Park.

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Franklin Avenue is a shoulder-to-shoulder unfurling of vibrant and unpretentious bars and eateries featuring diverse cuisines.

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The Brooklyn Children’s Museum, a boldly bright building nestled in Brower Park, emphasizes interdisciplinary learning with hands-on pedagogical tools.

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The Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a sanctuary of organic conservation and lush growth within the cityscape featuring soothing enclaves like the Fragrance Garden and the Japanese Hill and Pond Garden.

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Brower Park’s lawns welcome picnics, children’s play areas, a skate park and full-court basketball, although the most treasured attraction is the Monarch Butterfly Garden habitat.

Although boasting signature late-19th-century to early-20th-century architecture, the ever-evolving Crown Heights feels current and cool with its mélange of cultures, cafés and eclectic restaurants that will draw you in – not to mention the extra dwelling space and easy commute to Manhattan.

Its location also means access to the borough’s preeminent institutions like the Brooklyn Museum and famed Brooklyn Botanic Gardens inside Prospect Park.