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8.6 out of 10

Kensington

Ranked 3rd best neighborhood in Brooklyn
40.638340076114 -73.975238264635
Great for
  • Neighborly Spirit
  • Internet Access
  • Clean & Green
  • Parking
  • Peace & Quiet
Not great for
  • No ratings yet
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Who lives here?
  • Country Lovers
  • Trendy & Stylish
  • Tourists
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Reviews

jamesr18 jamesr18
5/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 5/5
  • Clean & Green 5/5
  • Pest Free 5/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 5/5
  • Nightlife 4/5
  • Parks & Recreation 5/5
  • Shopping Options 5/5
  • Gym & Fitness 5/5
  • Internet Access 5/5
  • Lack of Traffic 5/5
  • Parking 5/5
  • Cost of Living 5/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 5/5
  • Public Transport 5/5
  • Medical Facilities 5/5
2yrs+

"Brooklyn's best"

This is the best upcoming neighborhood in brooklyn. it was rated 2nd safest in nyc, new businesses starting to pop up, less crowded and pretentious than park slope or williamsburg and more affordable , atleast for now.
Pros
  • great variety of homes
  • Diverse
  • Quiet
  • Tranquil
  • stress free, relaxed
  • very friendly neighborhood
Recommended for
  • Tourists
  • Trendy & Stylish
Review written via StreetAdvisor The opinions expressed within this review are those of the individual reviewer and not those of Douglas Elliman. Report
JoshuaJ JoshuaJ
5/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 5/5
  • Clean & Green 5/5
  • Pest Free 5/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 4/5
  • Nightlife 1/5
  • Parks & Recreation 5/5
  • Shopping Options 3/5
  • Gym & Fitness 5/5
  • Internet Access 5/5
  • Lack of Traffic 5/5
  • Parking 4/5
  • Cost of Living 3/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 5/5
  • Public Transport 5/5
  • Medical Facilities 5/5
2yrs+

"albemarle road"

Home to some of the largest most beautiful homes in Brooklyn. divided between ditmas park and Kensington.
Pros
  • Beautiful houses
Recommended for
  • Country Lovers
  • Trendy & Stylish
Review written via StreetAdvisor The opinions expressed within this review are those of the individual reviewer and not those of Douglas Elliman. Report
CB1 CB1
5/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 5/5
  • Clean & Green 5/5
  • Pest Free 4/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 5/5
  • Nightlife 4/5
  • Parks & Recreation 5/5
  • Shopping Options 3/5
  • Gym & Fitness 4/5
  • Internet Access 5/5
  • Lack of Traffic 5/5
  • Parking 5/5
  • Cost of Living 5/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 4/5
  • Public Transport 4/5
  • Medical Facilities 4/5
2yrs+

"The 'Out of Town' of Brooklyn. Love it!"

I'm 20 years old and I was born here. I love this place! It's quiet and peaceful, has a relaxed atmosphere, and everyone here is accepting of each other because of our diversity. No pressure, no stress. Life is good.
Pros
  • very friendly neighborhood
  • stress free, relaxed
  • low key living standards
  • Diverse
  • Quiet
  • Tranquil
Recommended for
  • Country Lovers
Review written via StreetAdvisor The opinions expressed within this review are those of the individual reviewer and not those of Douglas Elliman. Report

Unranked Streets in Kensington

18th Ave

2.5/5
"Big Green Boulevard"
40.6327538879334 -73.9729163037778

47th St

2.5/5
"On 47th Street"
40.6284251866036 -73.9781552888568

Ave C

2.5/5
"Great spot for a family"
40.6408175850986 -73.9745099500279

Beverly Rd

2.5/5
"Beverley Road, Brooklyn Residential Street"
40.6433111071217 -73.974048553853

Clara St

2.5/5
"On Clara Street"
40.6433343480399 -73.9831406876701

East 2nd St

2/5
"East 2nd Street"
40.6397270532042 -73.9776581017208

East 3rd St

2.5/5
"East 3rd Street"
40.6377749989913 -73.9763416715756

East 9th St

2.5/5
"East 9th Street"
40.6369271290208 -73.9694394462461

Friel Pl

3.5/5
"Warm and friendly and underrated"
40.6471750049145 -73.9723613446791

Hinckley Pl

3.5/5
"On Hinckley Place"
40.6445370070671 -73.9703290063293

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