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Bay Ridge



  

History

This unique Brooklyn neighborhood was first settled by the Dutch when it was acquired from the Nyack Indians in 1652. It wasn’t long before rich industrialists discovered the sweeping, panoramic views and built their summer homes along Bay Ridge’s Shore Road. A large influx of Italian and Scandinavian families gives Bay Ridge its distinct feel today. The area now reflects the diversity that’s so characteristic of New York City.

Description

Brooklyn’s beautiful Bay Ridge is home to some of the most fantastic views of New York Harbor. It’s the attractions that make Bay Ridge a sought after community. Go to Owl’s Head Park; check out the “Gingerbread House” on 83rd Street. The Verrazano Bridge majestically spans the East River from Bay Ridge to Staten Island. There’s a bike trail with “must-see” harbor views that runs under the bridge’s Brooklyn tower.

This is one New York neighborhood that’s readily accessible by car. Many of the properties have garages and there’s on-street parking. Transportation by bus is always nearby. People who live in Bay Ridge often refer to Manhattan as, “the City.” Hop on the subway and you can get to Lower Manhattan in about 45 minutes. But you won’t want to leave.

Residents


Bay Ridge is friendly and clean. It’s a solid, middle-class neighborhood with lots of young families. Parents have some of the finest schools from which to choose, private or public. Many renters have recently discovered Bay Ridge with its rents that are considerably lower than the rates in Manhattan. The average age is 38 and median household income is $44,500/year.

Rental Housing

There’s a wide variety of apartments for rent in Bay Ridge. The average two bedroom apartment rents for $1500/month. You’ll find them in towering apartment buildings or in private homes nestled on tree-lined streets. In Bay Ridge there are blocks of timeless limestone row houses with their characteristically high ceilings and detailed woodwork; a testament to the neighborhood’s rich, urban history.

Fun Stuff

During the day head for the 69th Street Pier, enjoy shopping on Third Avenue, or tour historic landmarks. There’s no shortage of nightlife, comedy clubs, pubs, wine bars, and first-run movie theaters. Amazing food is walking distance from your Bay Ridge apartment. There are hundreds of places to eat from casual tapas bars to high end restaurants that require reservations.

Take a walk along the ridge for a view of the East River, or throw on some rollerblades and go. If you’re working on your swing, you’re only a ten minute drive away from the Dyker Heights Golf Course; so you can snag a tee time on short notice.

Don’t worry about running out of things to do in Bay Ridge, you’ll run out of time first. But that’s not a problem when you live in a Bay Ridge rental. What you can’t squeeze into today, just roll out of your front door and check it out tomorrow!