Canarsie, Brooklyn, PA
Canarsie — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Canarsie, Brooklyn, Pennsylvania. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission licensing database.
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Canarsie Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Canarsie is a residential neighborhood in southeastern Brooklyn, known for its quiet, suburban-like atmosphere. It is bordered by Jamaica Bay and features a mix of single-family homes and apartment complexes, offering a slower pace within New York City.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing stock is dominated by detached and semi-detached single-family homes, many with driveways and yards, alongside some multi-family dwellings and co-ops. With a median home value of approximately $676,300, it remains a relatively affordable entry point into NYC homeownership compared to other Brooklyn neighborhoods.
Schools & Education
Canarsie is served by a variety of public elementary, middle, and high schools, including P.S. 276 and Canarsie High School. The area also has several charter school options and is within commuting distance to CUNY colleges.
Parks & Recreation
The neighborhood's crown jewel is Canarsie Park, a large waterfront park along Jamaica Bay with sports fields, picnic areas, and piers for fishing. Nearby, the Gateway National Recreation Area offers extensive trails, birdwatching, and access to the water.
Local Dining & Shopping
Dining options reflect the diverse community, with West Indian and Caribbean restaurants being particularly prominent along Flatlands Avenue and Rockaway Parkway. Shopping is centered around these same commercial strips, featuring supermarkets, discount stores, and local boutiques.
Who Lives Here
Canarsie has a predominantly Black and Caribbean-American population, with a growing number of Latino and Asian residents. The neighborhood has a median household income of around $79,885, representing a solidly middle-class community with many long-term homeowners.
Canarsie Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $676K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $80K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 50.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 49.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 3.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 11236 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Canarsie, Brooklyn
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Canarsie
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-16