CARROLL GARDENS

Nestled within Brooklyn's compact landscape, Carroll Gardens commands attention with its vibrant commercial life spread across three bustling streets. Smith Street, known as one of Brooklyn's foremost restaurant rows, graces the neighborhood's eastern boundary, lending Carroll Gardens real estate a gastronomic charm.

Court Street, another bustling artery shared with Cobble Hill, is a repository of restaurants with deep roots in the community, and a host of delectable new establishments. Union Street, running perpendicular to Court and Smith, offers a blend of residential and commercial spaces, augmenting the unique appeal of Carroll Gardens townhouses and condos.

Carroll Gardens wears its Italian-American roots proudly, evident in the numerous traditional Italian cafes and shops dotting the neighborhood. In the same breath, it embraces modernity with its chic boutiques, inviting bars, and trendy restaurants.

The Carroll Gardens Historic District owes its development to its proximity to Carroll Park, with its inception dating back to the 1870s. Recognized by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission in 1973, the district is home to magnificent brownstones, famous for their expansive front gardens. This area spans a rough rectangle, bordered by Carroll, President, Smith, and Hoyt Streets, and includes the western ends of the two blocks between President Street and First Street.

Carroll Gardens stands as a testament to old-school Brooklyn while simultaneously showcasing the borough's brownstone boom. The neighborhood has retained its small-town feel, fostering an intimate community where residents are likely to know their neighbors, mail carriers, and local butchers. The charm and familiarity make Carroll Gardens condos and townhouses a sought-after real estate investment.