If you're looking to buy a luxurious home in a more suburban part of Brooklyn, then you are going to love Mill Basin. This charming neighborhood of 45,000, is regarded as one of the most luxurious areas in South Brooklyn. The real estate market in Mill Basin is highlighted by many custom-built mansions and houses on the waterfront. The area is also considered to be a boater’s paradise, thanks to its waterfront location.
In the late 1940s and early 1950s, the area was mostly brick bungalows, but now most of the homes in Mill Basin are custom built. The majority of new homes built are detached single-family homes. The streets are tranquil, having a suburban feel, and most of the homeowners in Mill Basin dock their boats behind their houses. Many homeowners in the neighborhood are folks that are looking to settle down as well as families than plan on putting down roots. It’s not uncommon to see kids ride their skateboards, scooters, and bikes along the sidewalks and quiet tree-lined streets.
With its beautiful landscaped, waterfront properties for sale, Mill Basin is one of the most desirable neighborhoods for buyers in Southern Brooklyn. In terms of real estate prices, homes for sale in Mill Basin start at around $600,000, and some sell for well over $2,000,000.
Transportation within the Mill Basin area is best done by car. The nearest subway station the Brooklyn College Station on Flatbush Avenue, in the northwestern area of Bergen Beach.
In addition to the gorgeous waterfront scenery, Mill Basin also has numerous entertainment and shopping attractions, including the massive King Plaza Mall.