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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Downtown vs Kensington

Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.

Manhattan|Brooklyn

All Downtown

Manhattan

Kensington

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, All Downtown has the lower median sale price at $1.5M vs $1.6M in Kensington.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find All Downtown offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.

Commuters have more transit options in All Downtown, which is served by 11 subway lines compared to 0 in Kensington.

Median Sale Price
$1.5M
$1.6M
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
2387
89
Avg Days on Market
67 days
59 days
YoY Price Change
+11.3%
+198.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
242
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Detailed Comparison

MetricAll DowntownKensington
Median Sale Price$1,502,500$1,550,000
Median Condo Price$2,100,000$537,104.5
Median Co-op Price$970,000$400,000
Median Rent$5,495$2,825
Active Listings238789
Rental Inventory471978
Days on Market6759
Price Cut Share11.5%5.6%
Monthly Sales Volume2424
YoY Price Change+11.3%+198.1%
YoY Rent Change+9.4%+8.7%
YoY Inventory Change+0.6%+25.4%
Subway Lines1 6 A C E J N Q R W ZN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in All Downtown moved +11.3% over the past year, compared to +198.1% in Kensington. The +198.1% gain in Kensington reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

All Downtown

Downtown Manhattan encompasses the neighborhoods south of 14th Street, from the glass towers of the Financial District to the cast-iron lofts of SoHo and the brownstone blocks of the West Village. The housing stock includes luxury new-construction condominiums, prewar co-ops, converted warehouse lofts, and historic townhouses. Multiple subway lines converge at Fulton Center and Union Square, and the PATH train connects to New Jersey.

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Kensington

Kensington is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood bordered by Prospect Park to the north and the landmarked Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, with Ocean Parkway running through its center as one of the borough's signature tree-lined boulevards. The housing stock includes brick rowhouses, prewar co-op apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway and Coney Island Avenue, and detached Victorian homes on the side streets, served by the F and G trains at Fort Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue. The B and Q express trains are accessible within a short walk, providing a 30-to-35-minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.

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Transit Access

All Downtown

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Canal St (1 6 A C E J N Q R W Z) — 0.1 mi

Spring St (6 C E) — 0.2 mi

Prince St (N R W) — 0.3 mi

Franklin St (1) — 0.3 mi

Bowery (J Z) — 0.5 mi

Kensington

No subway data available

Active Listings

All Downtown for sale

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Kensington for sale

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Listing data is derived in whole or in part from the RLS at REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York) Internet Data Exchange (IDX) database. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Milton Coste | Keller Williams NYC are marked with the RLS logo. The information provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated: 1/1/1970.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is All Downtown cheaper than Kensington?
Yes, All Downtown has a lower median sale price at $1,502,500 compared to $1,550,000 in Kensington as of the most recent market data. Co-op and condo prices within each neighborhood can vary significantly, so the right fit depends on property type and building.
Which has better transit, All Downtown or Kensington?
All Downtown has access to 11 subway lines and Kensington has 0, making All Downtown the stronger option for transit access. Kensington has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Downtown or Kensington?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Downtown and Kensington both offer a mix of apartment and multi-room units in co-ops, condos, and townhouses. Larger 3- and 4-bedroom units, including townhouses and multi-family properties, tend to be more available in lower-density areas. Reviewing active listings filtered by bedroom count is the most reliable way to see what each neighborhood currently offers for larger households. A licensed broker can pull current inventory by bedroom count across both areas for a direct comparison.
Should I buy in All Downtown or Kensington?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both All Downtown and Kensington gives you the clearest picture of what your budget gets in each location. Request a free CMA from Milton Coste to get a side-by-side breakdown of current opportunities.

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