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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bedford-Stuyvesant vs Ditmas Park

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Brooklyn

Ditmas Park

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Ditmas Park has the lower median sale price at $630K vs $1.1M in Bedford-Stuyvesant.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$630K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
238
42
Avg Days on Market
64 days
57.5 days
YoY Price Change
-14.0%
-64.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
51
5

Detailed Comparison

MetricBedford-StuyvesantDitmas Park
Median Sale Price$1,112,800$630,000
Median Condo Price$1,210,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$152,500$557,500
Median Rent$3,395$2,780
Active Listings23842
Rental Inventory134098
Days on Market6457.5
Price Cut Share13.9%11.9%
Monthly Sales Volume515
YoY Price Change-14.0%-64.0%
YoY Rent Change+6.1%+12.3%
YoY Inventory Change+11.2%-4.5%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bedford-Stuyvesant moved -14.0% over the past year, compared to -64.0% in Ditmas Park. Both markets have seen price softening, with Ditmas Park declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Bedford/Stuyvesant, in Brooklyn, features a mix of traditional brownstone row houses and mid-rise apartment buildings. Local amenities include proximity to major parks and robust access via subway lines, such as the L and J/Z trains. The area retains much of its historic architecture alongside newer residential developments.

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Ditmas Park

Ditmas Park is a landmarked Brooklyn neighborhood recognized for its freestanding Victorian, Colonial Revival, Tudor, and Craftsman homes set back from the street with porches and landscaped yards. The B and Q trains serve the neighborhood at Cortelyou Road, Beverley Road, Newkirk Plaza, and Avenue H stations, and Prospect Park's 526 acres of green space sit just to the northwest. The historic district encompasses roughly 2,000 residential buildings dating from 1902 to 1914, making it one of the city's best-preserved collections of early 20th-century residential architecture.

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Transit Access

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No subway data available

Ditmas Park

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bedford-Stuyvesant for sale

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Ditmas Park 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 Bedford-Stuyvesant cheaper than Ditmas Park?
Ditmas Park is more affordable, with a median sale price of $630,000 vs $1,112,800 in Bedford-Stuyvesant. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Bedford-Stuyvesant or Ditmas Park?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Bedford-Stuyvesant or Ditmas Park?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bedford-Stuyvesant and Ditmas Park 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 Bedford-Stuyvesant or Ditmas Park?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Bedford-Stuyvesant and Ditmas Park 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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