The North Brooklyn neighborhoods of Williamsburg, Greenpoint, and Bushwick have a similar vibe and lifestyle. A long standing Hassidic and Dominican neighborhood, Williamsburg’s transformation to arts enclave come hipster HQ began in the late 1980’s/early 1990’s. When artists were priced out of Manhattan’s downtown villages, they sought new digs, preferably with live/work art spaces and easy access to the galleries, theaters, and vibrant creative community they’d left behind. Enter north Brooklyn. The neighborhood of Williamsburg had everything the artists were…
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7 Significant Signs A Neighborhood is Up-and-Coming
If you are interested in relocating to a fun, exciting area, what better place to move to than a neighborhood that is up-and-coming? The old adage says “location, location, location” and has been proven to be the most effective guiding tip when moving. Whether you are moving for work or looking for a complete lifestyle change, here are the top 7 significant signs that a neighborhood is up-and-coming: Monitor Real Estate Trends If you have a desirable area in mind,…