253 Washington Ave

253 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205

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Neighborhood

This upscale Brooklyn neighborhood offers the most in the way of big-city living with a wide range of residences to choose from. Brick apartment buildings, historic homes, luxury condos, and Brooklyn’s well-known brownstone townhouses are just a few of the various options awaiting you in Clinton Hill.

Historically known for its prominent mansions and ornate churches, Clinton Hill is a significant part of Brooklyn’s notable history. In fact, this neighborhood influenced some of Walt Whitman’s famous written works during his brief residency in Clinton Hill and decades of residency in the city of Brooklyn.

Mass transit is commonplace in Clinton Hill, with numerous subway and bus stations scattered across town for easy access to neighboring areas and attractions, along with proximity to I-278. Enjoy the beautiful campuses of Pratt Institute and Saint Joseph’s College, a variety of scenic urban parks, and delicious local restaurants that represent this well-known historic haven.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
253 Washington Ave is within 3 minutes or 0.2 mile from Saint Joseph's Coll, Brooklyn. It is also near Pratt Institute and Long Island Univ., Brooklyn.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
96 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
729 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
759 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
121 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
76 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Brooklyn include Clinton-Washington Avenues (G Line), located 0.3 mile from 253 Washington Ave. 253 Washington Ave is near LaGuardia, located 8.9 miles or 16 minutes away, and John F Kennedy International, located 12.4 miles or 26 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Drive: 10 min 4.0 mi
Drive: 11 min 4.4 mi
Drive: 12 min 4.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
LaGuardia
Drive: 16 min 8.9 mi
John F Kennedy International
Drive: 26 min 12.4 mi

Walkability Near 253 Washington Ave Brooklyn, NY 11205

Walker's Paradise
97
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Rider's Paradise
100
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Biker's Paradise
98
Bike Score®
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 253 Washington Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 18 min 0.9 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
253 Washington Ave has 2 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Fort Greene Park
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Crispus Attucks Playground
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Commodore Barry Park
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Hattie Carthan Garden
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Cadman Plaza Park
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
253 Washington Ave has 5 parks within 1.7 miles, including Fort Greene Park, Crispus Attucks Playground, and Commodore Barry Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.3 mi
253 Washington Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.3 miles, the nearest is Brooklyn Hospital Center - Downtown Campus which is 0.7 mile away and a 13 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 13 min 5.4 mi
Drive: 18 min 10.3 mi
253 Washington Ave is 5.4 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Fort Hamilton.

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