Apartments in DUMBO
Tech hub with stunning Manhattan views, cobblestone streets, and waterfront parks
About DUMBO
DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) is Brooklyn's most photogenic neighborhood — that iconic view of the Manhattan Bridge framed by brick warehouses is one of NYC's most Instagrammed spots. The cobblestone streets and converted industrial lofts give the area a distinctive character, now filled with tech companies like Etsy and creative agencies. Brooklyn Bridge Park runs along the waterfront with sports facilities, Jane's Carousel, and stunning Manhattan views. The neighborhood is small and extremely expensive, attracting young professionals and families who want urban life with waterfront access. Two Bridges Street is the main commercial area; Front Street has restaurants and shops. The F train at York Street connects to Manhattan, though many residents walk across the Brooklyn Bridge.
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Quick Facts
Transit
Character
Landmarks
Brooklyn Bridge Park, Manhattan Bridge view, Jane's Carousel
Walkability & Transit
Commute Times
To Midtown
20-25 min via F train from York St to Rockefeller Center
To Financial District
10-15 min via A/C from High St or walk across Brooklyn Bridge
Current Rent Data
Based on 1 verified listings in DUMBO • Updated June 2026
2 Bedroom
$9,895
median rent/month
1 listings
Dining & Nightlife
Restaurants
- Juliana's Pizza
- Vinegar Hill House
- Celestine
- Gran Electrica
- Cecconi's
Coffee
- Brooklyn Roasting Company
- Bluestone Lane
- One Girl Cookies
Bars
- Westville DUMBO
- Sugarcane
- The River Café
- PowerHouse Arena
DUMBO is more date-night than clubbing. Rooftop bars and waterfront restaurants offer Manhattan views, while Time Out Market has multiple food and drink options. The neighborhood is quiet at night compared to Williamsburg but perfect for cocktails with a view.
Shopping
- Front Street
- Empire Stores
- West Elm
- Shinola
- DUMBO flea market
Parks & Recreation
- Brooklyn Bridge Park
- Empire Fulton Ferry
- Main Street Park
- John Street Park
Schools
PS 307 Daniel Hale Williams
Grades K-5
Urban Assembly School for Music and Art
Grades 6-12
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