Bushwick has seen a lot of change over the years. In the early 1900s, it was known for its thriving distilleries and breweries. After those industries declined, it experienced a long period of blight through the 1970s and 1980s. Now the neighborhood is seeing a renaissance, as artists pushed out of Williamsburg and elsewhere move in and raise property values. Bushwick offers unconventional living spaces: The housing market is full of converted lofts in old factories, sometimes with great access to outdoor space.
Learn more about Bushwick and hear from a resident in our Know the Neighborhood video:
The Mood
The neighborhood offers a thoroughly bohemian vibe with bodegas and warehouses abutting galleries and bars.
Heart of the Neighborhood
Knickerbocker Avenue and Broadway are the major hubs of activity. Each L train stop has its own personality.
Neighborhood Quirk
Bushwick has incredible street art. Wander around and you'll find plenty of warehouses covered in block-long, multi-colored murals.
Best Perk
Seemingly every week, there’s a new restaurant, bar, or art gallery popping up.
Biggest Downside
Bushwick lacks green space.
