East 105th Street: A Local Stop in Canarsie, Brooklyn

The East 105th Street station is an elevated subway station located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. It serves as a local stop on the BMT Canarsie Line, offering service to residents and visitors of this Brooklyn area. Its location makes it a transportation access point for the local community.

Connections and Services

The East 105th Street station is a single-line station with only one service line:

East 105th Street (BMT Canarsie Line)

• This station is a local stop on the BMT Canarsie Line of the New York City Subway.
• It is served by trains of the following service:
  • L (gray)
• Main entrance address: East 105th Street & Foster Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11236

Other Connections

• This station is not part of a complex and does not have interconnected platforms with other subway lines.
• There are no services from other subway lines directly at this station:
• Station entrances are located at the intersection of East 105th Street and Foster Avenue.

There are no direct transfers between different subway lines available at the East 105th Street station.

Importance and Location

• The station is located at the intersection of East 105th Street and Foster Avenue in the Canarsie neighborhood, Brooklyn.
• Its location makes it an access point for the local community and nearby destinations such as:

  • Residential Canarsie

    • It serves a predominantly residential area of Brooklyn.
    • It provides public transportation access for local residents.
    • Close to housing developments like Breukelen Houses.

  • Nearby Recreational Areas

    • Canarsie Park: A large park offering green spaces, sports fields, and bay views.
    • Canarsie Pier: A popular fishing and recreational pier with views of Jamaica Bay.

  • Local Services

    • Access to shops, businesses, and community services in the surrounding area.

History and Evolution

• The East 105th Street station was inaugurated on October 26, 1906, as part of the original extension of the Canarsie Line.
• Being an elevated local station, it has maintained its primary function over the years, serving the Canarsie community.
• Maintenance and possible minor renovations have been carried out over time to ensure its operation.

Interesting Facts

• It is one of the easternmost stations on the L line in Brooklyn.
• The station is elevated, offering views of the surrounding neighborhood.
• It primarily serves as a commuter station for Canarsie residents.