Ridgewood

Welcome to Ridgewood

A historic, creative neighborhood on the Queens–Brooklyn border

Ridgewood sits at the seam of western Queens and northern Brooklyn, blending landmarked brick rowhouses with a growing arts-and-food scene. Bordered by Bushwick, Maspeth, and Glendale, it offers quiet, residential blocks, excellent transit on the M and L lines (Myrtle–Wyckoff), and an under-the-radar charm that’s drawing first-time buyers, creatives, and longtime New Yorkers alike.

What to Love

• Landmark historic districts with distinctive brick rowhouses
• Strong community feel on leafy, low-rise blocks
• Easy subway access (M & L at Myrtle–Wyckoff)
• Value compared to nearby Brooklyn hot spots
• A low-key but impressive dining and café scene

Local Lifestyle

Life in Ridgewood is neighborly and unpretentious. Daytime is calm—dog walkers, strollers, and corner delis—while nights center on cozy bars, indie venues, and restaurants along Myrtle and Wyckoff Avenues. It’s a sweet spot for people who want space and character without sacrificing convenience.

Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping

Myrtle Avenue is the main artery, lined with bakeries, specialty grocers, vintage shops, and global eats (Latin American, Eastern European, Middle Eastern). Wyckoff Avenue brings buzzy coffee shops, cocktail bars, and small music spots. Local breweries and wine bars add to the after-work scene, and everyday needs are covered by mom-and-pop markets and larger retailers.

Things to Do

Explore the historic districts’ architecture on a weekend stroll, catch a show at an indie venue, or picnic at Grover Cleveland Park. Visit the Onderdonk House—NYC’s oldest Dutch Colonial stone house—for a dose of local history. With Bushwick’s galleries next door and Highland Park’s trails nearby, you’ve got arts and green space at the ready.