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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Auburndale vs Brighton Beach

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

Queens|Brooklyn

Auburndale

Queens

Brighton Beach

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Brighton Beach has the lower median sale price at $543K vs $1.1M in Auburndale.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$543K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
8
165
Avg Days on Market
0 days
116 days
YoY Price Change
+37.2%
-16.5%
Monthly Sales Volume
4
12

Detailed Comparison

MetricAuburndaleBrighton Beach
Median Sale Price$1,115,000$542,500
Median Condo PriceN/A$520,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$368,500
Median Rent$2,350$2,575
Active Listings8165
Rental Inventory944
Days on Market0116
Price Cut Share22.2%11.5%
Monthly Sales Volume412
YoY Price Change+37.2%-16.5%
YoY Rent Change-26.0%-4.6%
YoY Inventory Change-38.5%+51.4%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Auburndale moved +37.2% over the past year, compared to -16.5% in Brighton Beach. Auburndale is seeing price appreciation while Brighton Beach has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Auburndale

Auburndale is a residential Queens neighborhood of brick Colonial and Cape Cod homes on tree-lined streets between the Long Island Expressway and the Cross Island Parkway. The LIRR Auburndale station provides direct commuter rail service to Penn Station, and local buses connect to the Flushing 7 train terminus. Oakland Lake, a glacial kettle pond, anchors the western edge of the neighborhood.

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Brighton Beach

Brighton Beach stretches along Brooklyn's Atlantic shoreline with a housing stock that ranges from 1920s Art Deco apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway to postwar co-op towers and newer oceanfront condominiums. The B and Q trains run above Brighton Beach Avenue, providing direct service to Downtown Brooklyn, Midtown Manhattan, and connections across the system. The Riegelmann Boardwalk extends along the waterfront, connecting to Coney Island, while Brighton Beach Avenue below the elevated tracks forms the neighborhood's primary commercial corridor.

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Transit Access

Auburndale

No subway data available

Brighton Beach

No subway data available

Active Listings

Auburndale for sale

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Brighton Beach 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 Auburndale cheaper than Brighton Beach?
Brighton Beach is more affordable, with a median sale price of $542,500 vs $1,115,000 in Auburndale. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Auburndale or Brighton Beach?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Auburndale or Brighton Beach?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Auburndale and Brighton Beach 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 Auburndale or Brighton Beach?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Auburndale and Brighton Beach 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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