Brooklyn Apartment Living

Welcome to the Borough of Trees

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Photo by: Wendy

Over 2 million people call Brooklyn home making it one of the most densely populated areas in the United States. Brooklyn is considered to be part of New York City; however, it maintains its own distinct identity in history, culture, and art. Brooklyn is home to over two dozen distinct neighborhoods, each with its own cultural enclaves and chances to experience a wide variety of cuisine and entertainment.

Interesting Brooklyn Facts

Completed in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the US.
Kings County synonymous with Brooklyn is the most populous county in the state of New York
Al Capone, an infamous gangster, was from Brooklyn
The 11th congressional district of Brooklyn elected the first African-American woman to congress, Shirley Chisholm
The Brooklyn Children’s Museum was the first museum to be dedicated to children in the world

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Brooklyn Employers and Industries

Around 44% of Brooklyn residents work within the area where small businesses are major employers. Others rely heavily on jobs in Manhattan for income. Historically, the Brooklyn economy has centered around manufacturing. However, manufacturing has seen a decline as jobs in services have increased. Service based jobs and construction are the main employers of most Brooklyn residents. The unemployment rate of Brooklyn holds steady below the national average.