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Maximizing Your Home Value Before Selling in Crown Heights

Maximizing Your Home’s Value Before Selling in Crown Heights

Selling a home in Crown Heights can be competitive, and small improvements can make a big difference in how buyers perceive your property. Preparing your home strategically can help you sell faster and at a higher price. Start With Smart Renovations Focus on updates that give the most return on investment. Kitchens and bathrooms often have the biggest impact. Repainting cabinets, updating fixtures,...

Crown Heights Development Watch: Key Projects Transforming the Neighborhood

73–99 Empire Boulevard – CW Realty’s $40M Acquisition CW Realty Group, led by Cheskie Weisz, recently acquired 73-99 Empire Boulevard for $40 million. This 13-story mixed-use development will feature 261 residential units, with 52 affordable units, and 90,000 sq ft of retail space, including a grocery store. While average rents have not been disclosed, the total building size is 250,000 sq...

Crown Heights Real Estate Market: Growth, Change, and Proven Results

Rising Home Values Crown Heights continues to show strong appreciation in 2025. Median home prices range from $1M to $1.4M, depending on source, with year-over-year growth between 10-15%. Properties are selling faster than in previous years, signaling steady buyer demand in this vibrant Brooklyn neighborhood. New Developments and Neighborhood Shifts Major projects like the Botanica rental tower...

Crown Heights Commercial Spaces Are Booming - Here’s Where the Opportunities Are

Crown Heights Commercial Spaces Are Booming – Here’s Where the Opportunities Are

Crown Heights, Brooklyn, is undergoing one of its biggest waves of commercial transformation in years. Between rezonings, large site acquisitions, and new mixed-use projects, the neighborhood is shaping up as a major hub for investors, developers, and retail tenants. Major Deal: CW Realty Acquires 73-99 Empire Boulevard In August 2025, CW Realty, led by developer Cheskie Weisz, closed on the...

Crown Heights Condo Sales Surge in 2025

Crown Heights Condo Sales Surge in 2025

Crown Heights has emerged as a notable hotspot in Brooklyn's real estate market in 2025. The neighborhood has experienced a 6.4% year-over-year increase in online searches, reflecting heightened buyer interest. The median asking rent has risen by 3.3% to $3,150, and the median asking price has increased by 2.3% to $1.175 million, indicating strong demand for condos. Key Highlights: Search Activity:...

New Development Nears Completion at 311 Eastern Parkway

Crown Heights is welcoming a striking new development at 311 Eastern Parkway, with construction nearly complete on a Passive House–certified, all-electric condo building. The eight-story project features five residences, each with private outdoor space and eco-friendly finishes. Drivers of Growth Energy Efficiency: Passive House certification offers low operating costs and...