What’s it like in Crown Heights?

photo by Melissa Sands

We all know about gentrification in Brooklyn, but how often do we hear from the people who actually live in these neighborhoods? Brooklyn Based talked to real life residents of the latest up-and-coming BK ‘hood, with great accompanying photos.

What’s it like in Crown Heights, Part I and Part II:

Update: Today, Brownstoner picked up the post and there’s an active comment thread!