Prospect Heights, Brooklyn is becoming the hip place to be. Although small, this neighborhood has been experiencing quite a buzz over night. Prospect Heights is known for its long rows of brownstones with tree-lined streets. An area that was once quiet is becoming packed with tourists, music lovers, and anyone looking for a good time.
I have been following the Barclays Center in the news since the start of it’s project. It has brought about community resistance from residents. Many who originally are from the area are not too pleased with it. There has been many lawsuits because of the demolition of residential buildings and businesses. The neighborhood has also experienced popularity since MTV held their Video Music Awards there, this past summer. Many celebrities are also coming to the Barclays Center, especially since rapper Jay-Z owns shares. West of the neighborhood is Brooklyn High School of the Arts, whish is the first academic arts school in Brooklyn. It would be interesting to see if the Barclays Center has given back to the schools in the neighborhood.
Many newcomers are flocking to this area to live. It is becoming crowded and more diverse. Younger people are moving into the area blending the well established with up comers. New condos and lofts are being built in order to house people who are willing to pay top-dollar to live here. Prices are also going up in the area. According to the recent census houses are going for 1.6 million. There are many small business owners, food truck drivers, and long time residents I can profile.
On Atlantic Avenue there are also small businesses, restaurants, and churches. I commute to Atlantic Terminal train station each morning, which has a whopping nine subway lines, and not to mention the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR). There is also is the Atlantic Terminal Mall, which has many businesses like Target, Buffalo Wild Wings, Cold Stone Creamery, and they are even building a Uniqlo! As if the area was not already crowded, with the new arena traffic has gone from bad to worse. There are constant traffic jams, and it is a hassle to get around. Prospect Heights is a neighborhood that is flushing with new thing continuing to take place. There is a lot going on, with even more to discover.
Prospect Heights
Prospect Heights, Brooklyn is becoming the hip place to be. Although small, this neighborhood has been experiencing quite a buzz over night. Prospect Heights is known for its long rows of brownstones with tree-lined streets. An area that was once quiet is becoming packed with tourists, music lovers, and anyone looking for a good time.
I have been following the Barclays Center in the news since the start of it’s project. It has brought about community resistance from residents. Many who originally are from the area are not too pleased with it. There has been many lawsuits because of the demolition of residential buildings and businesses. The neighborhood has also experienced popularity since MTV held their Video Music Awards there, this past summer. Many celebrities are also coming to the Barclays Center, especially since rapper Jay-Z owns shares. West of the neighborhood is Brooklyn High School of the Arts, whish is the first academic arts school in Brooklyn. It would be interesting to see if the Barclays Center has given back to the schools in the neighborhood.
Many newcomers are flocking to this area to live. It is becoming crowded and more diverse. Younger people are moving into the area blending the well established with up comers. New condos and lofts are being built in order to house people who are willing to pay top-dollar to live here. Prices are also going up in the area. According to the recent census houses are going for 1.6 million. There are many small business owners, food truck drivers, and long time residents I can profile.
On Atlantic Avenue there are also small businesses, restaurants, and churches. I commute to Atlantic Terminal train station each morning, which has a whopping nine subway lines, and not to mention the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR). There is also is the Atlantic Terminal Mall, which has many businesses like Target, Buffalo Wild Wings, Cold Stone Creamery, and they are even building a Uniqlo! As if the area was not already crowded, with the new arena traffic has gone from bad to worse. There are constant traffic jams, and it is a hassle to get around. Prospect Heights is a neighborhood that is flushing with new thing continuing to take place. There is a lot going on, with even more to discover.