What is Canarsie like?

Canarsie has the feel of a settled, residential, homeownership-oriented neighborhood, one of the quieter parts of southeast Brooklyn. Its streets are lined largely with single- and two-family detached and semi-detached homes, and it has a strong, community-minded population with a large Caribbean and African-American presence. The waterfront along Jamaica Bay, including Canarsie Pier, offers green space and recreation. With the L train and affordable homes, Canarsie appeals to families and buyers seeking a house of their own with space and value.