Coney Island, Brooklyn, PA
Coney Island — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Coney Island, 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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Coney Island Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Coney Island is a legendary, vibrant neighborhood on the southern tip of Brooklyn, famed for its historic amusement park and expansive beach. It's a unique blend of nostalgic seaside charm, resilient residential communities, and ongoing redevelopment.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing stock is a diverse mix, including historic pre-war apartments, NYCHA public housing complexes, and newer condominium developments. With a median home value of approximately $500,700, it remains one of Brooklyn's more affordable waterfront areas.
Schools & Education
The neighborhood is served by a variety of public elementary, intermediate, and high schools, including the well-regarded Rachel Carson High School for Coastal Studies. Educational options also include charter schools and programs focused on the marine environment.
Parks & Recreation
Coney Island's crown jewel is its 2.7-mile public beach and the iconic Riegelmann Boardwalk, alongside the thrilling rides of Luna Park and Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park. Asser Levy Park offers recreational fields and a popular public pool.
Local Dining & Shopping
The boardwalk is synonymous with classic eats like Nathan's Famous hot dogs and traditional saltwater taffy. Local gems along Mermaid and Surf Avenues offer Russian, Central Asian, and Latin American cuisines, reflecting the community's diversity.
Who Lives Here
Coney Island is a historically working-class, multicultural neighborhood with significant Eastern European, Central Asian, and Hispanic populations. With a median income around $40,467, it is an area of both economic challenge and deep-rooted community pride.
Coney Island Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $501K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $925/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $40K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 30.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 70.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 2.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 11224 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Coney Island, Brooklyn
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Coney Island
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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 2026-04-17