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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bensonhurst vs East New York

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Bensonhurst

Brooklyn

East New York

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, East New York has the lower median sale price at $722K vs $1.3M in Bensonhurst.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$722K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
71
82
Avg Days on Market
36 days
64 days
YoY Price Change
+11.3%
-2.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
12
20

Detailed Comparison

MetricBensonhurstEast New York
Median Sale Price$1,290,000$721,500
Median Condo Price$556,473.5$263,940
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,400$3,000
Active Listings7182
Rental Inventory35129
Days on Market3664
Price Cut Share12.7%9.8%
Monthly Sales Volume1220
YoY Price Change+11.3%-2.8%
YoY Rent Change+2.1%+7.1%
YoY Inventory Change-4.1%-7.9%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bensonhurst moved +11.3% over the past year, compared to -2.8% in East New York. Bensonhurst is seeing price appreciation while East New York has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Bensonhurst

Bensonhurst is a densely built Brooklyn neighborhood of six-story prewar apartment buildings, attached brick row houses, and two-family homes along wide commercial avenues. The D train runs along an elevated section of 86th Street, and the N train serves the Bath Beach border to the west. Bensonhurst Park and the Gravesend Bay waterfront provide green space along the southern edge.

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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

Bensonhurst

No subway data available

East New York

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bensonhurst 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 Bensonhurst cheaper than East New York?
East New York is more affordable, with a median sale price of $721,500 vs $1,290,000 in Bensonhurst. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Bensonhurst 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, Bensonhurst or East New York?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bensonhurst 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 Bensonhurst 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 Bensonhurst 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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