Key Takeaways
- Community ties drive referrals and trust in Brooklyn.
- Knowing local institutions helps brokers understand buyer demand.
- Neighborhoods like Crown Heights have deep cultural roots that shape the market.
Mendy's Original Take
From the Mendy Realty archive, first published by Mendy Lipsker.
On September 1, I was pleased to join Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams on a tour of Kingston Avenue as he introduced candidate Jesse Hamilton to the business owners and residents of Crown Heights.
Along with the Borough President and the candidate were Assemblyman Karim Camara, Crown Heights Jewish Community Council chairman Zaki Tamir, and local business owners Barry Sugar, Yossi Soffer and me. My son Ruvi, was able to join us as well.
To read about this event and see the many pictures, just click here.
2026 Brooklyn Market Snapshot
Brooklyn prices kept rising in 2026 while fewer homes came to market, giving well-prepared buyers and sellers a clear picture of where value sits.
Median sale price by neighborhood, Q3 2026
Neighborhood medians are for Q3 2026.
Why Community Matters In Real Estate
Be present
Show up at local events and institutions.
Listen
Learn what residents and owners care about.
Give back
Strong communities support strong property values.
Common Questions
Why does community matter in real estate?
Buyers choose neighborhoods for community, schools, and culture, which all shape demand and value.
Which neighborhoods does Mendy Realty know best?
Crown Heights and the surrounding Brooklyn neighborhoods.
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