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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Auburndale vs East New York

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

Queens|Brooklyn

Auburndale

Queens

East New York

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, East New York has the lower median sale price at $722K vs $1.1M in Auburndale.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$722K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
8
82
Avg Days on Market
0 days
64 days
YoY Price Change
+37.2%
-2.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
4
20

Detailed Comparison

MetricAuburndaleEast New York
Median Sale Price$1,115,000$721,500
Median Condo PriceN/A$263,940
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,350$3,000
Active Listings882
Rental Inventory9129
Days on Market064
Price Cut Share22.2%9.8%
Monthly Sales Volume420
YoY Price Change+37.2%-2.8%
YoY Rent Change-26.0%+7.1%
YoY Inventory Change-38.5%-7.9%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Auburndale moved +37.2% over the past year, compared to -2.8% in East New York. Auburndale is seeing price appreciation while East New York 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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East New York

East New York offers a wide range of housing types including semi-detached homes, two-to-four-family houses, brick rowhouses, and new affordable construction developments along major corridors like Atlantic and Pennsylvania Avenues. The neighborhood has strong transit coverage with the 2, 3, 4, and 5 trains on the New Lots Line and the L train along the Canarsie Line, plus the major transfer hub at Broadway Junction. Shirley Chisholm State Park on Jamaica Bay and Spring Creek Park provide waterfront green space along the neighborhood's southern edge.

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Transit Access

Auburndale

No subway data available

East New York

No subway data available

Active Listings

Auburndale for sale

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East New York 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 East New York?
East New York is more affordable, with a median sale price of $721,500 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 East New York?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Auburndale or East New York?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Auburndale and East New York 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 East New York?
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 East New York 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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