Why PLG

This month, we're shining a light on Prospect Lefferts Gardens (PLG). Tucked right alongside Prospect Park, this neighborhood is a captivating blend of historic roots and contemporary buzz. Stroll its quiet, tree-lined streets and you'll find a landmarked district showcasing beautiful Romanesque, Colonial and Tudor-style homes. But the real magic is in how this classic setting now hums with a fresh, community-focused energy. Flatbush and Nostrand Avenues are alive with a diverse array of cafes, family-owned eateries, and unique boutiques that have become destinations in their own right.

With its perfect combination of residential tranquility, direct access to the park, and excellent transit links to Manhattan, it's no wonder PLG has become one of Brooklyn's hot neighborhoods. The market here is dynamic, increasingly offering modern, turnkey homes and condos while still holding onto the authentic character that makes it so special.

Where is PLG?

PLG is East of Prospect Park and is serviced by the B, Q, 2, 3, and S trains. Crown Heights is to the North and Flatbush is to the South.

Our Recommendations

Lefrak Center at Lakeside

If you're looking for an amazing time with friends or family in PLG, the Lefrak Center at Lakeside is a must-visit. Located in Prospect Park, in the summer they offer roller skating, pickle ball, "splash grounds", bumper cars, bikes, and boat rentals. In the winter: figure skating, broomball, ice hockey, and more. Tickets are very reasonable, and there are always events to check out!

Did you know...

There is a historic subsection of PLG has land-use deed restrictions from the 1890s that are still binding today. When James Lefferts divided up his estate in 1893, he imposed covenants on the lots in what’s now "Lefferts Manor" (a sub-area of Prospect Lefferts Gardens) requiring single‐family residences built of brick or stone, with at least two stories, among other design guidelines. These rules helped preserve the character of the neighborhood, preventing rowhouses being torn up and replaced by multi-unit apartment buildings, or more commercial/industrial uses creeping in.