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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bath Beach vs Bay Ridge

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Bath Beach

Brooklyn

Bay Ridge

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Bay Ridge has the lower median sale price at $515K vs $854K in Bath Beach.

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

Median Sale Price
$854K
$515K
Median Rent
$2K
$2K
Active Listings
37
190
Avg Days on Market
45 days
68 days
YoY Price Change
-20.2%
-52.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
8
25

Detailed Comparison

MetricBath BeachBay Ridge
Median Sale Price$854,000$515,000
Median Condo Price$498,888$253,500
Median Co-op PriceN/A$359,000
Median Rent$2,150$2,385
Active Listings37190
Rental Inventory24176
Days on Market4568
Price Cut Share21.6%14.7%
Monthly Sales Volume825
YoY Price Change-20.2%-52.1%
YoY Rent Change+13.5%-0.6%
YoY Inventory Change-9.8%+6.1%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bath Beach moved -20.2% over the past year, compared to -52.1% in Bay Ridge. Both markets have seen price softening, with Bay Ridge declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Bath Beach

Bath Beach sits on Brooklyn's southwestern shore along Gravesend Bay, featuring a mix of one- and two-family brick and frame houses, attached rowhouses, and small apartment buildings on a low-traffic residential grid. The D train serves the neighborhood via the BMT West End Line with stations at 18th Avenue, 20th Avenue, Bay Parkway, and 25th Avenue. Calvert Vaux Park and the Shore Parkway promenade provide waterfront access, while Dyker Beach Park offers an 18-hole public golf course.

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Bay Ridge

Bay Ridge is a historic neighborhood in Southwest Brooklyn with views of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and New York Harbor. Commercial corridors along 3rd and 5th Avenues run through the area, and the housing stock includes historic row houses, pre-war cooperatives, and modern condominiums, with Shore Road Park and the waterfront promenade to the west.

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Transit Access

Bath Beach

No subway data available

Bay Ridge

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bath Beach for sale

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Bay Ridge 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 Bath Beach cheaper than Bay Ridge?
Bay Ridge is more affordable, with a median sale price of $515,000 vs $854,000 in Bath Beach. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Bath Beach or Bay Ridge?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Bath Beach or Bay Ridge?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bath Beach and Bay Ridge 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 Bath Beach or Bay Ridge?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Bath Beach and Bay Ridge 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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