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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bedford-Stuyvesant vs Marble Hill

Marble Hill vs Bedford-Stuyvesant: side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.

Brooklyn|Manhattan

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Brooklyn

Marble Hill

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Marble Hill has the lower median sale price at $688K vs $1.5M in Bedford-Stuyvesant.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.5M
$688K
Median Rent
$4K
$3K
Active Listings
310
1
Avg Days on Market
38 days
194 days
YoY Price Change
+7.9%
+244.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
40
2

Detailed Comparison

MetricBedford-StuyvesantMarble Hill
Median Sale Price$1,456,097$688,040
Median Condo Price$1,070,000$335,000
Median Co-op Price$300,000N/A
Median Rent$3,600$3,275
Active Listings3101
Rental Inventory164714
Days on Market38194
Price Cut Share10.3%50.0%
Monthly Sales Volume402
YoY Price Change+7.9%+244.0%
YoY Rent Change+3.0%+26.7%
YoY Inventory Change-1.9%-50.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bedford-Stuyvesant moved +7.9% over the past year, compared to +244.0% in Marble Hill. The +244.0% gain in Marble Hill reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

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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Marble Hill

Marble Hill is a small, geographically unique Manhattan neighborhood that sits north of the Harlem River, physically connected to the Bronx. The housing stock consists primarily of mid-rise prewar apartment buildings, public housing towers, and a cluster of two-family homes. The 1 train at 225th Street station provides express service to Midtown, and Metro-North stops at Marble Hill station on the Hudson Line.

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Transit Access

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No subway data available

Marble Hill

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bedford-Stuyvesant for sale

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Marble Hill 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 is refreshed every 15 minutes per REBNY IDX requirements.

Bedford-Stuyvesant vs Marble Hill: Home Price Resilience 2008-2020

From the 2008 financial crisis through the 2020 pandemic, the NYC metro Case-Shiller composite fell about 25% peak-to-trough between 2007 and 2012, then fully recovered by 2017 and gained another 15% through Q1 2020. Bedford-Stuyvesant and Marble Hill both tracked this broader NYC arc, with annual closing volume contracting sharply in 2009 and again in Q2 2020 before normalizing.

Marble Hill tracked the more resilient Manhattan price path with a 10% to 15% peak-to-trough decline, while Bedford-Stuyvesant moved closer to the broader NYC metro pattern of a 20% to 25% retracement before recovering through 2017.

Source: Per Case-Shiller Home Price Index, NYC metro subset, 2008-2020, cross-referenced with StreetEasy historical price data series.

Metric (2026)Bedford-StuyvesantMarble Hill
Median Sale Price$1,456,097$688,040
Median Rent$3,600/mo$3,275/mo
Year-over-Year Price Change+7.9%+244.0%
Average Days on Market38 days194 days
Distance to Nearest SubwayN/AN/A

Table values reflect current 2026 market conditions. Historical 2008-2020 commentary is sourced from Case-Shiller NYC metro composite and StreetEasy historical series.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bedford-Stuyvesant cheaper than Marble Hill?
Marble Hill is more affordable, with a median sale price of $688,040 vs $1,456,097 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 Marble Hill?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Bedford-Stuyvesant or Marble Hill?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bedford-Stuyvesant and Marble Hill 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 Marble Hill?
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 Marble Hill 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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