Park Slope
Park Slope, located in the heart of Brooklyn, is a vibrant and family-friendly neighborhood that offers a unique blend of urban living and a strong sense of community. With tree-lined streets, historic brownstones, and a diverse population, Park Slope is known for its charm and cultural richness.
One of the neighborhood's standout features is its proximity to Prospect Park, a sprawling urban oasis designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy the park's winding paths, picturesque lake, playgrounds, and outdoor concerts, making it a hub for outdoor recreation and relaxation.
Park Slope is also renowned for its eclectic culinary scene. From cozy cafes to upscale restaurants and trendy food markets like the Brooklyn Flea, there's no shortage of dining options. The neighborhood is a haven for foodies, with a wide range of international cuisines and farm-to-table eateries.
Families are drawn to Park Slope for its excellent schools, playgrounds, and family-friendly atmosphere. Fifth Avenue and Seventh Avenue are bustling commercial strips, offering boutique shopping, grocery stores, and a vibrant nightlife with bars, music venues, and theaters.
Transportation in Park Slope is convenient, with multiple subway lines, including the B, D, F, G, N, Q, and R trains, providing easy access to Manhattan and other parts of Brooklyn. The neighborhood's bike lanes and pedestrian-friendly streets make it a haven for cyclists and walkers.
In summary, Park Slope is a dynamic Brooklyn neighborhood that seamlessly blends urban living with a strong sense of community. Its green spaces, diverse culture, and excellent amenities make it a sought-after destination for residents and visitors alike.
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Neighborhood Snapshot
Transit Score:
100/100
Walk Score:
98/100
Bike Score:
89/100
Commute Times
to Penn Station
16.5 min
22 min
to Grand Central Terminal
21.6 min
20.7 min
to Columbus Cir
12.1 min
11.2 min
to Financial District
34.5 min
29.4 min
to Union Square
25.1 min
28.1 min
to Downtown Brooklyn
45.4 min
30.2 min
to Long Island City
31.7 min
25.6 min
Buildings Fun Facts
Oldest Building in Park Slope
Built in 1800
611 WARREN STREET
Cheapest Building in Park Slope (sold, p/sqft)
$5
420 12 STREET
Most Expensive Building in Park Slope (sold, p/sqft)
$6,543
137 5 AVENUE
Biggest Building in Park Slope (total FAR)
190,154 ft
35 PROSPECT PARK WEST
Subway Lines
Popular Buildings
History of Neighborhood
The neighborhood's name, "Park Slope," is derived from its gradual elevation leading up to Prospect Park, which was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in the 1860s. The park's construction played a pivotal role in the neighborhood's development. Brownstone row houses, characteristic of the era, began to dominate the landscape, and Park Slope became an attractive destination for affluent New Yorkers.
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the neighborhood experienced rapid growth and urbanization. It became a hub for cultural and social activities, boasting theaters, restaurants, and fashionable residences. In the 1960s and 1970s, Park Slope, like much of Brooklyn, faced economic challenges and urban decay. However, it underwent a renaissance in the late 20th century, with a wave of gentrification and the restoration of its historic brownstones.
Today, Park Slope is a thriving, diverse community with a mix of old-world charm and modern amenities, making it a highly desirable place to live in Brooklyn. Its rich history is still evident in its architecture and the stories of its residents.
Architectural Style
Landmarks and Cultural Institutions
Landmarks and Cultural Institutions Image Credits King of Hearts, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , ajay_suresh, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , King of Hearts / Wikimedia Commons / CC-BY-SA-3.0, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , CaptJayRuffins, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , GK tramrunner RU, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Beyond My Ken, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Rhododendrites, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Beyond My Ken, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Entertainment
Entertainment Image Credits National Archives at College Park, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons , © Vyacheslav Argenberg / http://www.vascoplanet.com/, CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Popular Restaurants
Restaurants Image Credits Missvain, CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , KDCwrites, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Mostafameraji, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Missvain, CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/83/Mediterranean_lunch_platter.JPG , Makike.cortes, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Famous people connected to Park Slope
People Image Credits David Shankbone, CC BY-SA 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , Karon Liu, CC BY 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , Monica Wister, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , Montclair Film Festival, CC BY 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , , , ,
Movies
The Good Wife (2009-2016)
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (2015-2019)
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
High Maintenance (2016-2020)
Girls
Elementary
Movies Image Credits See page for author, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons , Universal Television, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons , Wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons , Janky Clown Productions, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons , HBO, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons , CBS Broadcasting Inc., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Statistics for Park Slope
| Date | Unit | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | 90 Eighth Avenue 1A | Listed for sale at $850,000 |
| 11/12/2025 | 251 1st Street PH8D | Listed for sale at $2,775,000 |
| 11/11/2025 | 489 Seventh Avenue 3 | Listed for sale at $1,645,000 |
| 11/11/2025 | 140 Eighth Avenue 4H | Listed for sale at $450,000 |
| 11/11/2025 | 378 8th Street 4 | Listed for sale at $1,950,000 |
| 11/11/2025 | 634 11th Street 4/F | Listed for sale at $1,250,000 |
| 11/10/2025 | 416 4th Street B | Listed for sale at $1,295,000 |
| 11/06/2025 | 347 Sixth Avenue 4 | Listed for sale at $2,495,000 |
| 11/05/2025 | 1638 Eighth Avenue 2H | Listed for sale at $1,750,000 |
| 11/04/2025 | 445 Fifth Avenue 3E | Listed for sale at $1,650,000 |
| 11/04/2025 | 398 13th Street 4B | Listed for sale at $999,000 |
| 11/04/2025 | 296 Garfield Place GARDEN | Listed for sale at $1,295,000 |
| 10/31/2025 | 591 10th Street 1 | Listed for sale at $3,795,000 |
| 10/31/2025 | 226 Sixth Avenue | Listed for sale at $5,600,000 |
| 10/30/2025 | 808 Eighth Avenue 2R | Listed for sale at $1,349,000 |
| 10/30/2025 | 823 Union Street | Listed for sale at $2,995,000 |
| 10/30/2025 | 641A Baltic Street | Listed for sale at $3,950,000 |
| 10/30/2025 | 378 8th Street 2 | Listed for sale at $1,795,000 |
| 10/29/2025 | 31 Eighth Avenue 5 | Listed for sale at $1,465,000 |
| 10/29/2025 | 6 Garfield Place 405 | Listed for sale at $2,750,000 |
| 10/28/2025 | 22 Saint Johns Place 3 | Listed for sale at $2,450,000 |
| 10/28/2025 | 665 11217 2 | Listed for sale at $2,100,000 |
| 10/28/2025 | 270 5th Street 4C | Listed for sale at $1,300,000 |
| 10/27/2025 | 813 Eighth Avenue 4R | Sold for $875,000 |
| 10/24/2025 | 819 Union Street PH | Listed for sale at $3,500,000 |
| 10/24/2025 | 575 Fourth Avenue PHC | Listed for sale at $1,595,000 |
| 10/24/2025 | 667 Degraw Street 2 | Listed for sale at $1,475,000 |
| 10/23/2025 | 421 4th Street 1 | Sold for $2,150,000 |
| 10/23/2025 | 44 Prospect Park West A1 | Sold for $899,000 |
| 10/23/2025 | 226 15th STREET 1A | Sold for $950,000 |
| 10/23/2025 | 464 5th Street | Sold for $3,700,000 |
| 10/23/2025 | 113 Sterling Place 4 | Listed for sale at $1,650,000 |
| 10/23/2025 | 220 Berkeley Place 4G | Listed for sale at $795,000 |
| 10/22/2025 | 330 Bergen Street 3D | Sold for $1,760,000 |
| 10/22/2025 | 206 Lincoln Place 5 | Sold for $563,000 |
| 10/20/2025 | 511 Eighth Avenue | Sold for $4,994,992 |
| 10/17/2025 | 350 Sixth Avenue 3 | Sold for $1,985,588 |
| 10/17/2025 | 359 13th Street 2 | Sold for $1,950,000 |
| 10/16/2025 | 228 13th Street PH3 | Sold for $2,336,884 |
| 10/16/2025 | 156 Prospect Park West 4L | Sold for $2,400,000 |
| 10/16/2025 | 350 Sixth Avenue 4 | Sold for $2,031,409 |
| 10/16/2025 | 932 President Street 3A | Sold for $1,517,500 |
| 10/15/2025 | 575 Fourth Avenue 6A | Sold for $868,000 |
| 10/15/2025 | 851 Carroll Street 4 | Sold for $1,900,000 |
| 10/15/2025 | 350 Sixth Avenue 2 | Sold for $1,929,584 |
| 10/15/2025 | 575 4TH AVENUE SS37 | Sold for $868,000 |
| 10/15/2025 | 613 Baltic Street 5B | Sold for $1,715,000 |
| 10/15/2025 | 319 Prospect Place 2B | Sold for $2,037,500 |
| 10/15/2025 | 228 13th Street 302 | Sold for $1,495,000 |
| 10/15/2025 | 575 4TH AVENUE P22 | Sold for $868,000 |
| 10/14/2025 | 347 3rd street C4A | Sold for $1,380,000 |
| 10/10/2025 | 336 FLATBUSH AVENUE | Sold for $6,750,000 |
| 10/09/2025 | 938 President Street 7 | Sold for $645,000 |
| 10/09/2025 | 438 12th Street 5B | Sold for $2,500,000 |
| 10/09/2025 | 904 Union Street 3A | Sold for $415,000 |
| 10/07/2025 | 506 9th Street | Sold for $3,300,000 |
| 10/06/2025 | 289 13th Street 3L | Sold for $1,300,000 |
| 10/06/2025 | 237 8TH STREET | Sold for $2,600,000 |
| 09/04/2025 | 560 Carroll Street 1D | Listed for sale at $1,695,000 |
| 07/28/2025 | 382 Bergen Street 2 | Listed for sale at $1,750,000 |
| 04/05/2025 | 228 13th Street 406 | Listed for sale at $1,495,000 |
| 03/17/2025 | 228 13th Street 205 | Listed for sale at $1,445,000 |
| 04/19/2022 | 440 3rd Street 1A | Listed for sale at $399,000 |
| 06/04/2021 | 562 7th Street 1 | Listed for sale at $649,000 |
| 04/13/2021 | 226 16th Street 2 | Listed for sale at $949,000 |
| 02/24/2020 | 317 16th Street 3A | Listed for sale at $1,195,000 |
| 09/06/2019 | 255 First Street 8B | Listed for sale at $1,100,000 |
| 11/28/2018 | 594 Sixth Avenue 1 | Listed for sale at $1,250,000 |
| 06/17/2015 | 103 Saint Marks Place 2 | Listed for sale at $2,600,000 |
| 06/20/2007 | 188 15th Street 201 | Listed for sale at $449,000 |