Explore the Area
Island ExpressRestaurants
Nostrand Health Food & Juice BarGroceries
The Rogers GardenNightlife
Nostrand Donut ShopCafes
Cocoa Mane Hair SalonShopping
Kings TheatreArts and Entertainment
Blink FitnessFitness
Aunts et UnclesRestaurants
Best Farm MarketGroceries
FIB Tattoo BarNightlife
Lips CafeCafes
HomeGoodsShopping
Brooklyn Center for the Performing ArtsArts and Entertainment
Crunch Fitness - FlatbushFitness
Exquisite ExpressRestaurants
Food BazaarGroceries
Michelle's Cocktail LoungeNightlife
Courts (Furniture, Electronics, & Appliances)Shopping
Brooklyn Kickball DanceArts and Entertainment
Retro FitnessFitness
Zen Vegetarian HouseRestaurants
GNCGroceries
Caribbean American Ent. Bar, Lounge & RestaurantNightlife
Little RoyCafes
Brooklyn Public Library - ClarendonArts and Entertainment
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What Locals Say about Flatbush
At least 944 Trulia users voted on each feature.
92 % Say there are sidewalks
90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
85 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
83 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say streets are well-lit
59 % Say kids play outside
58 % Say people would walk alone at night
55 % Say there's holiday spirit
52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
51 % Say neighbors are friendly
44 % Say yards are well-kept
43 % Say there are community events
33 % Say it's quiet
32 % Say car is needed
27 % Say there's wildlife
17 % Say parking is easy
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
- S9yzsgky7v
- Resident
- 4mo ago
"It’s evolving every day and continuing to grow. People are friendly. There is new local businesses; restaurants, shops, etc."
0Flag - Barrya044
- Visitor
- 6mo ago
"Receiving free groceries to help support struggling family’s and after school programs to keep our children safe and off the street "
0Flag - S9yzsgky7v
- Resident
- 10mo ago
"I see a lot of kids in the area. I don’t have any myself, so I’m not sure what kinds of resources are available for them."
0Flag - Liah B
- Resident
- 1y ago
"NY can be a tough but great city to raise kids. It’s both an eye-opening and wild experience to take part in."
0Flag - Vianchy Rosario-Stevens
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Very diverse area. Shopping stores, and supermarkets are on every corner. Very good schools as well."
4Flag - Gwendolyn Williams
- Prev. Resident
- 1y ago
"This is a great neighborhood for families with children, it’s safe and has great parks, schools, and churches. I lived in Flatbush for most of my life, I am still in love with Flatbush, I am three generations there. My Mother who is 89 still lives in Flatbush and this is another reason why I want to move back there. Flatbush has many stores, and is close to many hospitals"
2Flag - Pailinesquire111
- Resident
- 1y ago
"We need to put more community centers for children because children can go there for more activities and learning how to get along better with other people."
1Flag - Jesus King
- Resident
- 1y ago
"It’s a good neighborhood with a nice park. Very walkable neighborhood with great access to public transportation."
0Flag - Qhzc9vnpr7
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Different options available to commute fast and quick: busses running all day, subway stations within blocks away and 5-10min walking distance, Uber access here easy and also there are private taxis available in the Main Street Church Ave. "
0Flag - Vcxxjsjdzd
- Resident
- 2y ago
"I have good kids they go to school sometimes they work they almost done with high school one of them is going to trade "
2Flag - Paul Ford
- Visitor
- 2y ago
"It's pet friendly. Nice walking space to talk our pets for walk and theirs many restaurants to choose from. "
0Flag - Patrick Buzzell
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Not much green space, no dog parks close by. Most dogs in the neighborhood seem friendly and always on a lease."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"It’s okay but not good. Things are either slow or packed or both. The place is unkempt but things are generally alright."
2Flag - Trulia User
- Prev. Resident
- 2y ago
"The energy from the people around all different nationality is a plus for me and the many stores that convinced for me and my children to utilize and different eatery's also amazing 🤩😍"
1Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"The people who live in the surroundings are very friendly. The transport locations are very good and it’s safe."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"My neighborhood has a lot of different ways to travel. Lots of culture and your neighbors are reliable. Love this neighborhood and hope to stay and not be pushed out. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"A good neighbor hood, and very well kept sidewalks. Park is foots away and very respectful neighbors, I like the whole Community. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Prev. Resident
- 2y ago
" nice community people from different parts of life a classic community & people clean community nice shopping area's & subway, Bus take to church "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Very diverse with the different cultures. Easy to travel with the bus stops and train stations at most corners. "
12Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"The 2/5 train isn’t too crowded since we are close to the last stop. Runs very frequently and connects to most trains."
1Flag - Trulia User
- Prev. Resident
- 3y ago
"This neighborhood is very nice and safe.The police is near by the post office is too and the market is too . I like the neighborhood."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"You always see people walking their dogs and prospect park is near by. Just be aware of lots of traffic (cars and people) "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Visitor
- 3y ago
"i want to live these area, i like these area very much. these area very quiet and very comfortable for me"
6Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Nice place to be and raise children. It’s the city tho! So you have to be aware of your surroundings. But overall community feel"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"There’s a train station or bus stop at every corner. Everything is in walking distance. You can commute with ease and have no issues getting transportation. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"The diversity of the neighborhood. The neighborhood is mostly West Indian, but is very welcoming. I lived here my whole life, and I have always feel safe walking around the neighborhood. It’s great and you will meet new people whether they’re from the Caribbean or other parts of the world. "
1Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"It it surely so convenient and I love the homeiness of the neighborhood. You really feel at home here."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Prospect park is close by, the roller skating ring is there and when winter come they turn it into the ice skating ring, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens is also there and Prospect park zoo."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Lot of public housing. Lawns and sidewalks kindof in disarray, dog poop everywhere. Somewhat inconvenient for MTA transport and food desert"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"soccer,tennis,swimming,YMCA ,good schools,safe parks,trians and public transportation is available "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Caribbean restaurants that offer great tasting food. Public transportation is in close proximity. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"it's hard to get to most places I need to go. we really need a train line that connects the Brooklyn train lines. it's awful going into Manhattan to get to another part of Brooklyn."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"I lived in this neighborhood for thirty years and it's pretty safe and neighborly. it's getting pretty expensive to live here."
1Flag - Trulia User
- Prev. Resident
- 4y ago
"This neighborhood is something. If you are used to the noise from music from cars and stores. I live around the 2 and 3 train and I always take it to Manhattan to Atlantic Barclays center. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Dog friendly area but people don’t pick up after their dogs. Very noisy and busy area. Not ideal for nervous or reactive dogs. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Very active. Lots of restaurants, supermarkets, laundry, cleaners, pharmacies, subways, churches & every convenience you can think of. Friendly neighbors; they look out for each other. Parking is a bit rough at times. Safe to walk your dog. Pretty busy but tolerable neighborhood 🙏🏾"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Nothing, cause people here don't clean up after there dogs. It is a consistent struggle in this area."
0Flag - Tanya T.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Every other neighbor owns a dog sometimes multiple. Dogs are able to walk leash free. Though picking up after dogs are not followed so much. Also we have many perks for dogs to run around in in the 1 mile radius there are at least 3 parks. "
7Flag - Emee.buena
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I see a lot of dog owners walking their dogs on our street. No children are playing around but men tend to hang out on certain street, so I would say that dog owners might not like it."
3Flag - Rghindea7
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Not a ton of grassy areas unless your building has a courtyard. However the sidewalks are wide and the neighborhood is close to Prospect Park! 10-15 min walk from Church and Nostrand. "
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Schools
- Norma Adams Clemons Academy
- PK-5
- Public
- 591 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThe school is doing poorly at teaching the children have absolutely no behavior and they treated my cousin wrongly. They fired a friend of mine for laughing. LAUGHING.Other Review10mo ago12 Reviews - Cycle Educational Center
- PK-1
- Private
- 92 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. - Cortelyou Early Childhood Center
- PK-5
- Private
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWe love the school! Great teachers, our child is happy. No issues.Parent Review1mo ago8 Reviews - Flatbush Catholic Academy
- PK-8
- Private
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. - Get Set Kindergarten School
- PK-4
- Private
- 95 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. - Midwood Montessori
- PK-K
- Private
- 60 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWe cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience at Midwood Montessori. From the very beginning, we were welcomed into a warm, nurturing environment starting with a very thoughtful and detailed tour. Over the past two years, our daughter has absolutely blossomed—not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well.What makes this school so special is the deep care and intentionality of the teachers. They are incredibly loving, patient, and attentive, taking the time to truly understand each child as an individual. The program is thoughtfully tailored to meet children exactly where they are, supporting their unique pace, personality, and interests in such a sensitive and individualized way.We have watched our daughter grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence in ways that have exceeded our expectations. She comes home excited to share what she’s learned, and it’s clear how much joy she feels being part of this community.We are so grateful for the compassionate educators who have guided her so gently and thoughtfully. Their consistent communication, dedication, and genuine love for the children give us complete peace of mind. Choosing this school has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our daughter and we always look back fondly at her time there.Parent Review2w ago16 Reviews - St Gregory The Great School
- PK-8
- Private
- 218 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy son graduated from this school last year and it's one of the best catholic schools in brooklyn. The staff is very organized and the teachers are great. They show a genuine interest in making sure their students learn. I wish my son's current school operated like St. Gregory the Great Catholic Academy. It's affordable, it's safe, it's close to home and the principal and teachers are awesome. I wished the school went all the way up to grade 12. Keep up the good work St. Gregory.Parent Review8y ago7 Reviews - Cortelyou Early Childhood Center
- PK-4
- Private
- 100 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI highly recommend Cortelyou Academy. My child attended both the school year program and the summer camp, and our experience was excellent. It’s a small, family-oriented school where I always felt confident that my child was safe, happy, and truly learning. The academics are rigorous, but the environment is warm and supportive. Children are challenged without being treated like they’re in the military (unlike that popular charter school). Cortelyou Academy has a great balance between high academic standards and genuine care for students.Parent Review3mo ago20 Reviews
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