Sydney is a young woman who has recently moved back into her mother's Brooklyn home following a divorce. She works as an elementary school administrator. Frustrated by the rapid gentrification changing her community, she decides to create her own historical tour to celebrate the area's Black residents. Her past experiences have left her cautious, particularly regarding the behavior of new white neighbors.

Theo is a young, unemployed man who recently purchased a Brooklyn Brownstone with his girlfriend. He grew up moving frequently due to his mother's unstable relationships, making him desperate for a sense of belonging in his new neighborhood. Though he participates in the area's gentrification, he feels increasingly alienated by his girlfriend's complaints about the longtime residents.

Kim is Theo's wealthy girlfriend and co-owner of their Brooklyn home. She eagerly participates in the neighborhood's gentrification, focusing heavily on aesthetics and property value. She spends a significant amount of time on the OurHood app monitoring the block.

Yolanda is Sydney's mother and the owner of their family Brownstone. She previously started the neighborhood's community garden and taught Sydney gardening lessons during her childhood. Due to failing health and mounting medical debt, she currently resides in an assisted living facility.

Drea is a longtime Brooklyn resident and a sister-like figure to Sydney. She maintains close ties with the local Black community and pays attention to neighborhood gossip. She often provides Sydney with advice, particularly regarding romantic choices.

Mr. Perkins is an elderly Black resident whose house serves as an informal gathering space for the neighborhood. His late wife was a librarian, and he keeps an extensive collection of historical documents in his home. He is an established, respected figure among the longtime locals.

William is a real estate agent working for BVT. He actively canvasses the Brooklyn neighborhood, attempting to buy properties from longtime residents. He crosses paths with Theo at the local YMCA and boasts about his recent business successes.

Terry is one of the new white residents in the Brooklyn neighborhood. He and his wife host private gatherings for the gentrifying neighbors to discuss the longtime residents. He actively monitors the block's activities and expresses hostility toward the established community.

Josie is a new white homeowner on Sydney's block. She frequently posts on the OurHood app to complain about minor neighborhood infractions, such as dog litter. She actively uses the virtual platform to rally other newcomers against the established residents.

Ms. Candace is a Black resident who runs the Day Club Crew, an elderly care program in the neighborhood. Her house features a rundown exterior but is beautifully maintained inside, serving as a safe space for older locals to share their stories.

Kendra is a historian associated with a local church that historically served Black children. She assists Sydney and Theo with their research, providing maps that detail historic redlining practices in Brooklyn. She faces her own struggles with rising neighborhood rent.

Marcus is Sydney's former husband. The couple previously moved to Seattle for his career, where he became emotionally abusive. His past behavior continues to affect Sydney's mental health and her trust in others.

Paulette is an elderly resident of the neighborhood who attends Ms. Candace's day program. She remembers the area's history vividly, particularly the 1970s blackouts. She is highly suspicious of the new white residents monitoring the block.