Brooklyn, New York
Crown Heights
Crown Heights runs east of Prospect Heights and north of Eastern Parkway, with a large Caribbean and Hasidic Jewish population.
Local Character & History
Rowhouses, apartment buildings and Eastern Parkway's grand boulevard create a diverse, densely populated neighborhood.
Restaurants & Shopping
Franklin Avenue, Nostrand Avenue and Kingston Avenue hold Caribbean, kosher, Mexican and new American restaurants and bakeries.
Housing
Rowhouses, prewar apartment buildings and some new development, with a range of prices.
Parks & Recreation
Prospect Park's eastern edge, Brower Park and the Brooklyn Children's Museum area provide recreation.
Transportation
The 2/3/4/5 at Franklin Avenue, the A/C at Nostrand Avenue and the 3 at Kingston Avenue serve the neighborhood.
Nearby Attractions
- Brooklyn Children's Museum
- Eastern Parkway
- Brower Park
- Prospect Park
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crown Heights in Brooklyn?
Yes. Crown Heights is a neighborhood in central Brooklyn, east of Prospect Heights.
What is Eastern Parkway?
Eastern Parkway is a grand boulevard designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, running along Crown Heights' southern edge.