2nd St / 7th Ave, Brooklyn NY
Is Brooklyn, NY (2nd St / 7th Ave) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe270
Medium115
Low143
Other530
319 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape118
Child involved72
Assault4
Other141
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to 76th Road and Parsons Boulevard, with unit 7605 responding to assist. | 76th Rd & Parsons Blvd, Queens, NY 11366 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units and medics were dispatched to a possible major trauma at the intersection of 76th Road and Parsons Boulevard in Queens, with additional backup requested. | 76th Rd & Parsons Blvd, Queens, NY 11366 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported panhandling incident near 167th–168th Street on a subway line involving a male who is handcuffed and wearing a red shirt and mask. | 168th St, Queens, NY | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a possible car fire near Central Avenue and Arkansas Drive. A later radio message indicated to hold the call, suggesting the incident may have been canceled or downgraded. | Arkansas Dr & Central Ave, North Valley Stream, NY 11580 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving an elderly person was reported near 84th Street at 62nd and 63rd Avenues in Middle Village, Queens. EMS units were dispatched with additional backup and bus support requested. | 62nd Dr & 63rd Ave, Queens, NY 11374 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to Peck Avenue and 218th Street in Queens for a 50-year-old male feeling ill. | 218th St & Peck Ave, Queens, NY 11427 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services are dispatched to 57th Road and Yellowstone Boulevard in Queens for a 27-year-old person. | Yellowstone Blvd, Queens, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible medical trauma at a camp near Cross Bay Boulevard and 163rd Avenue in Howard Beach. Multiple Queens units were asked to load a bus and respond, but the call was later canceled for the primary unit. | 163rd Ave & Cross Bay Blvd, Queens, NY 11414 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were dispatched to the area of Cranford Street and Murdoch in Queens for a report of a person who may be choking. | Cranford St, Queens, NY 11375 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units were directed to Bayside, Queens for a report of a child with head trauma near 26th Avenue between 212th Street and 213th Street. Additional units were requested to back up another crew at the scene. | 213th St, Queens, NY | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$3,328,404
Average Rent
$6,107
Vacancy Rate
8.6%
Nearby neighborhoods
- Brooklyn, NY (Dumbo / Vinegar Hill)
- Brooklyn, NY (Park Slope East)
- Brooklyn, NY (Park Slope Southeast)
- Brooklyn, NY (President St / 7th Ave)
- New York, NY (E 61st St / Lexington Ave)
- New York, NY (Ed Koch Queensboro Brg / York Ave)
- New York, NY (Sutton Place)
- Queens, NY (Jackson Ave / Pearson St)
- Queens, NY (Long Island City West)
Neighborhood Overview
2nd St / 7th Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY, with a median home price of $3,328,404, placing it among the most expensive in New York.
The housing stock consists mainly of small to medium apartment buildings, many historic, with a vacancy rate near the national median.
Densely UrbanHistoric HomesHighly Walkable
Quick Facts
| Advanced Degree Holders | 60.8% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is primarily small to medium apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters, and a significant share of historic buildings.
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartment complexes and buildings |
|---|---|
| Owner vs Renter Occupied | Mixed ownership and rental |
| Built Before 1940 | 85.2% |
| Vacancy Rate | 8.6% |
What buyers will notice right away
High concentration of historic residences adds charm and uniqueness.
Housing includes both owners and renters, typical of urban neighborhoods.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood attracts urban sophisticates and highly educated executives with refined cultural interests.
High education and executive presence support a cultured, affluent community.
Prevalence of married couples suggests family-oriented lifestyle.
Urban Sophisticates — Residents enjoy arts, literature, and a big city lifestyle.
Affluent Executives — High concentration of professionals with advanced degrees.
| Advanced Degree Holders | 60.8% |
|---|---|
| Executive Occupation Share | 85.2% |
| Married Couples | Higher than 95.3% of US neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Advanced Degree Holders | 60.8% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 85.2% |
| Income Level | Top 15% in US |
| English Speakers | 77.5% |
| Spanish Speakers | |
| German/Yiddish Speakers | 2.5% |
| Irish Ancestry | 10.3% |
| Russian Ancestry | 7.8% |
| Eastern European Ancestry | 4.9% |
Commute
Residents have average to slightly longer commutes, with a high share using public transit and some walking or carpooling.
2nd St / 7th Ave offers excellent public transit access with nearly half commuting by train.
Public Transit — 47.1% take the train, among the highest in the US.
Alternative Commutes — Carpooling and walking are also common.
| Typical Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
|---|---|
| Train Commute Rate | 47.1 |
| Carpool Rate | 9.2 |
| Walk Commute Rate | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in 2nd St / 7th Ave?
The median home price is $3,328,404.
How walkable is the neighborhood?
It is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in America.
What is the typical commute mode?
47.1% of residents commute by train.