Tucked in the beating heart of Brooklyn is an enclave known for airy lofts and convenient proximity to Williamsburg. Welcome to Bushwick, Brooklyn. Here you will find art galleries, restaurants, and vibrant street art that appears tailor-made for Instagram.

As of April 2023, the median asking price in Bushwick was $1.2 million, but the neighborhood has properties available across a wide range of price points. The median asking rent was $3,250 as of April 2023, which is just below Brooklyn’s median ask rent of $3,300. There’s more to know about this NYC neighborhood.

Why Is Bushwick, Brooklyn a Great Place to Live? 

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Bushwick

1220 Putnam Avenue

$525,000

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Bushwick

219 Weirfield Street

$525,000

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Bushwick

328 Central Avenue

$525,000

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Bushwick

1411 Bushwick Avenue

$585,000

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Bushwick

40 Schaefer Street

$579,000

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Bushwick

40 Schaefer Street

$619,000

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Bushwick

58 Saint Nicholas Avenue

$450,000

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Bushwick

92 Aberdeen Street

$700,000

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Bushwick

112 Cooper Street

$610,000

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Bushwick

328 Central Avenue

$599,000

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Bushwick

1255 Bushwick Avenue

$505,000

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Bushwick

101 Wyckoff Avenue

$745,000

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First, let’s talk about location. Bushwick is one of Brooklyn’s northernmost areas, near two popular neighborhoods, Greenpoint and Williamsburg. Another huge draw? Many streets have an industrial look punctuated by an artistic vibe, says Ali Raza, a licensed real estate salesperson at R New York. He recently had a Bushwick, Brooklyn listing in contract in just seven days — a sign that the market there is bustling.

There’s much to do and see in Bushwick, Brooklyn. For instance, Raza touts the nightlife options, like dance club and performing arts venue House of Yes, which Time Out once called one of the 50 best things to do globally (it’s currently hosting virtual events only, as of press time). Of course, people who enjoy time outdoors will appreciate the area’s green spaces: Maria Hernandez Park and Irving Square Park.

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Bushwick

191 Knickerbocker Avenue

$3,000 No Fee

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Bushwick

276 Cornelia Street

$3,000 No Fee

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Bushwick

1013 Bushwick Avenue

$2,750 No Fee

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Bushwick

22 Granite Street

$3,000 No Fee

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Bushwick

949 Willoughby Avenue

$2,900 No Fee

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Bushwick

467 Troutman Street

$2,700 No Fee

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Bushwick

370 Knickerbocker Avenue

$2,800 No Fee

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Bushwick

668 Bushwick Avenue

$2,779 No Fee

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Bushwick

1801 Broadway

$2,600 No Fee

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Bushwick

200 Irving Avenue

$2,800 No Fee

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49 Menahan Street

$2,800 No Fee

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147 Jefferson Street

$2,750 No Fee

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Brooklyn Is Brimming With Breweries

No guide about Bushwick, Brooklyn is complete without mentioning the many watering holes. All are a nod to its roots as a brewery mecca. In fact, Brooklyn was home to some 45 breweries between the 1890s and 1915, with many brewmasters constructing their homes in Bushwick. One great place to grab a brew is King County Brewers Collective. It’s inside a 5,000 square foot warehouse and offers cheekily named offerings on tap, like ‘Superhero Sidekicks’ and ‘Penguin vs. Hipster.’ Did we mention comedian Eddy Murphy was raised here — and actor Jackie Gleason attended Bushwick High School?

Where Did Bushwick, Brooklyn Get Its Name? 

In 1638, Dutch settlers purchased what’s now known as Bushwick, Brooklyn, from the indigenous Canarsie tribe. Back then, the land was all trees. When Governor Peter Stuyvesant chartered the plot in 1660, he bestowed the name Boswyck, Dutch for “refuge or town in the woods.” The moniker stuck. Eventually, the area’s name evolved into “Bushwick.”

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Inwood

5008 Broadway

$2,100 No Fee

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Central Harlem

68 East 127th Street

$1,900 No Fee

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Fort George

9 Thayer Street

$2,200 No Fee

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Fort George

658 West 188th Street

$2,050 No Fee

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Chelsea

222 West 16th Street

$2,900 No Fee

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Yorkville

417 East 81st Street

$2,850 No Fee

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Yorkville

222 East 95th Street

$2,538 No Fee

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Hudson Heights

701 West 189th Street

$1,995 No Fee

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Lenox Hill

1492 Second Avenue

$2,200 No Fee

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Inwood

165 Seaman Avenue

$2,500 No Fee

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Fulton/Seaport

88 Fulton Street

$3,000 No Fee

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East Village

7 Saint Mark’s Place

$2,795 No Fee

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How Long Does It Take to Get to Bushwick, Brooklyn?

If you love the “me time” you get from a commute, living in Bushwick will be your happy place. For instance, you can hop on the L train, transfer to the F at 14th Street, and be in Midtown Manhattan in nearly 40 minutes. However, if you work from home, you may never want to leave. There’s so much to do in the area, especially with all the hotspots of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, just a few blocks walk away.

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Greenpoint

527 Leonard Street

$2,450 No Fee

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Greenpoint

536 Graham Avenue

$2,600 No Fee

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Greenpoint

150 Bayard Street

$2,800 No Fee

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Greenpoint

687 Manhattan Avenue

$2,250 No Fee

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Greenpoint

77 Commercial Street

$2,882 No Fee

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Greenpoint

287 Eckford Street

$2,500 No Fee

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Greenpoint

64 Eckford Street

$2,900 No Fee

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Greenpoint

52 India Street

$2,650 No Fee

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Greenpoint

168 India Street

$2,239 No Fee

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Greenpoint

189 Norman Avenue

$2,850 No Fee

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Greenpoint

52 India Street

$2,600 No Fee

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Greenpoint

101 Sutton Street

$2,500 No Fee

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What Are the Housing Options in Bushwick, Brooklyn?

You can expect to find old industrial warehouses converted into apartment buildings. Many of these spaces offer units with lots of room for both work and play. “The housing stock in Bushwick comes in three different types: 20% single-family homes, 30% multifamily buildings, with the remainder as new development condos and luxury rental buildings,” says Raza. The plethora of options provide something for everyone, as you’ll see if you look at the currently available real estate. (Psst, here are more affordable Brooklyn neighborhoods.)

Notable Historical Buildings

The area’s historic buildings are eye-catching. Architecture buffs flock to Bushwick to ogle the Greek Revival Reformed Church of South Bushwick. It’s on the National Register of Historic Places thanks to its fluted columns and jaw-dropping spire. Similarly, there’s also the Flemish Revival firehouse, Engine Company 252. The structure has a red sandstone, brick, and terracotta facade built circa 1896.

The Best Restaurants in Bushwick, Brooklyn

Many celebrities (hello, Beyoncé!) flock to Bushwick, Brooklyn, for delicious eats. For example, Roberta’s, which churns out some of the best pizza in NYC. Raza’s go-to order is the “Bee Sting” pizza, which includes a thick drizzle of honey. Another local favorite? Faro, a locavore pasta joint known for its Michelin-starred chef. For summery surf shack vibes, proceed directly to the Bushwick, Brooklyn’s outpost of Sea Wolf. Delectable dishes include wood-fired lobster tacos and lobster and bacon cheeseburgers. The best part? No sand in your shoes!