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253 Mother Gaston Blvd
253 Mother Gaston Blvd,
Brooklyn,
NY
11212
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About 253 Mother Gaston Blvd Brooklyn, NY 11212
Discover your new home at 253 Mother Gaston Blvd. This property is situated in the Brownsville area of Brooklyn. Let the knowledgeable leasing staff show you everything this community has to offer. Contact us or stop by today.
253 Mother Gaston Blvd is an apartment community located in Kings County and the 11212 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District #23 attendance zone.
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253 Mother Gaston Blvd,
Brooklyn,
NY
11212
Brownsville is a residential neighborhood located about 19 miles southeast of Manhattan in the borough of Brooklyn. Renters appreciate the neighborhood’s affordable housing and accessibility to the city. Several famous people once called Brownsville home, including the Three Stooges. Brownsville boasts walkable streets and excellent access to public transportation. This close-knit community boasts a family-friendly vibe with access to several community parks like Betsy Head Park. Residents live next to the heart of Brooklyn, making Brownsville a great place for commuters.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Brownsville | Brooklyn, NY | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,247 | $2,681 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,439 | $3,003 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,294 | $3,924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,138 | $4,879 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 3.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.8 mi |
253 Mother Gaston Blvd is within 8 minutes or 3.0 miles from Medgar Evers College, CUNY. It is also near Pratt Institute and Saint Joseph's Coll, Brooklyn.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
342 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
299 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
1,313 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
60 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
184 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
36 Students
Nearby
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Atlantic Avenue (L Line), located 0.3 mile from 253 Mother Gaston Blvd. 253 Mother Gaston Blvd is near John F Kennedy International, located 8.6 miles or 16 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 11.3 miles or 20 minutes away.
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.2 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 5.2 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 5.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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John F Kennedy International
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Drive: | 16 min | 8.6 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 20 min | 11.3 mi |
Walkability Near 253 Mother Gaston Blvd Brooklyn, NY 11212
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 253 Mother Gaston Blvd.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
253 Mother Gaston Blvd has 2 shopping centers within 2.0 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Betsy Head Memorial Playground
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Highland Park Childrens Garden
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi |
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Highland Park and Ridgewood Reservoir
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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St. John's Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Linden Playground
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi |
253 Mother Gaston Blvd has 5 parks within 1.9 miles, including Betsy Head Memorial Playground, Highland Park Childrens Garden, and St. John's Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi |
253 Mother Gaston Blvd has 3 hospitals within 1.9 miles, the nearest is Interfaith Medical Center which is 1.8 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 24 min | 9.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 11.3 mi |
253 Mother Gaston Blvd is 9.3 miles from US Coast Guard Heliport, and is convenient to other military bases, including Governors Island Support Center.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.