NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Manhattan
Brooklyn
For buyers focused on affordability, Battery Park City has the lower median sale price at $815K vs $1.1M in Brooklyn Heights.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Battery Park City offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Battery Park City, which is served by 9 subway lines compared to 8 in Brooklyn Heights.
| Metric | Battery Park City | Brooklyn Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $815,000 | $1,099,500 |
| Median Condo Price | $670,000 | $2,700,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | $2,038,605.5 | $903,028 |
| Median Rent | $5,355 | $4,946 |
| Active Listings | 117 | 84 |
| Rental Inventory | 159 | 138 |
| Days on Market | 79 | 31 |
| Price Cut Share | 10.3% | 9.5% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 14 | 12 |
| YoY Price Change | -38.0% | -19.0% |
| YoY Rent Change | +7.2% | +5.2% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +9.3% | -33.9% |
| Subway Lines | 1 2 3 4 5 J R W Z | 2 3 4 5 A C F R |
Prices in Battery Park City moved -38.0% over the past year, compared to -19.0% in Brooklyn Heights. Both markets have seen price softening, with Battery Park City declining more sharply over the measured period.
Battery Park City is a meticulously planned residential development at the southern tip of Manhattan. Surrounded by the Hudson River and over 30 acres of manicured parks, it offers a low-traffic, suburban feel within the city. The neighborhood is known for its commitment to green building standards and features a range of luxury condominiums and cooperatives that offer breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty and the New York Harbor.
View Full Market ReportBrooklyn Heights is New York City’s first historic district, famous for its grand architecture and the iconic Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Offering some of the most breathtaking views of Lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty, the neighborhood exudes a low-traffic, old-world elegance. The real estate market is characterized by magnificent pre-war townhouses, sought-after cooperatives, and a select few ultra-luxury waterfront developments along Brooklyn Bridge Park.
View Full Market ReportRector St (1 R W) — 0.1 mi
Bowling Green (4 5) — 0.2 mi
Wall St (2 3 4 5) — 0.2 mi
Broad St (J Z) — 0.3 mi
Whitehall St-South Ferry (R W) — 0.3 mi
Clark St (2 3) — 0.1 mi
Court St (R) — 0.2 mi
High St (A C) — 0.3 mi
Borough Hall (2 3 4 5) — 0.3 mi
Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.4 mi
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.
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