How safe is the area around the Albany Houses housing projects in Crown Heights?

Robin
Other/Just Looking
New York

For the last few days Ive been eyeballing a house online that I just discovered is directly across the street from this housing project. Is this area safe? It's also very close to the Childrens Museum and not far from the subway, so I’m really not sure what to think…I know there are pockets in Crown Heights that are a little dangerous. Is this one of them?

Answers (3)
Rhonda Holt
Agent
Brooklyn, NY

Hello, I have a two family in this same area. If you really want to know the crime rate simply visit the local police station in the area and they will be happy to assist you.

Rhonda Holt
Full Time Top Sales Agent
Co-ops and Home Sales
Weichert Realtors, H.P Greenfield
1712 Utica Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Office: 718-692-444
Cell: 646-725-5941
Email: HelpMeRhonda1919@Yahoo.com

Fri Oct 9 2009, 15:23
Holidayg
Other/Just Looking
Brooklyn, NY

I wouldn't advise buying a house there for a couple of reasons. First the value of the home won't increase simply because of the location directly accross the street from a housing project. If you're trying to make money then you'll have a difficult time achieving this. If you're a family person with kids you wouldn't want them to grow up in that kind of environment. Simply put, the area is also dangerous. I've known a couple of people who have gotten mugged, shot, or beat up in that complex.

Fri Oct 2 2009, 12:47
Bill Eckler-Flo...
Agent
Venice, FL
FIRST ANSWER

Robin,

Possibly the best resource for questions about neighborhood safety is the local police department. They have access to the most current and accurate information and are generally willing to be helpful.

Good luck

Wed Sep 30 2009, 03:39

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