Gravesend (not named after a cemetery despite the persistent rumor) is one of the oldest populated areas in the nation, settled in 1643. The neighborhood sits between Bensonhurst and Coney Island with many historic homes and even the original street plan still intact. Gravesend is just a short hop from Coney Island's beach, with small quaint parks offering handball courts, tennis courts, and baseball diamonds. The neighborhood has unusual real estate dynamics - wealthy Sephardic Jewish buyers compete for limited inventory, especially properties within walking distance of the local synagogue. To explore Gravesend real estate, call (718) 666-2696.