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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bensonhurst vs Bergen Beach

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Bensonhurst

Brooklyn

Bergen Beach

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Bergen Beach has the lower median sale price at $825K vs $1.3M in Bensonhurst.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$825K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
71
33
Avg Days on Market
36 days
152.5 days
YoY Price Change
+11.3%
-3.5%
Monthly Sales Volume
12
5

Detailed Comparison

MetricBensonhurstBergen Beach
Median Sale Price$1,290,000$825,000
Median Condo Price$556,473.5N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,400$3,300
Active Listings7133
Rental Inventory356
Days on Market36152.5
Price Cut Share12.7%9.1%
Monthly Sales Volume125
YoY Price Change+11.3%-3.5%
YoY Rent Change+2.1%+17.9%
YoY Inventory Change-4.1%+32.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bensonhurst moved +11.3% over the past year, compared to -3.5% in Bergen Beach. Bensonhurst is seeing price appreciation while Bergen Beach 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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Bergen Beach

Bergen Beach occupies a low peninsula in southeastern Brooklyn, nearly surrounded by water, featuring postwar brick and stucco single-family homes with driveways, front lawns, and a distinctly suburban layout built on reclaimed tidal flats during the 1950s and 1960s. The nearest subway is the L train at Canarsie-Rockaway Parkway, about 1.5 miles north. Waterfront parks and restored marshlands along the Paerdegat Basin and Jamaica Bay shoreline provide green space and kayaking access.

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Transit Access

Bensonhurst

No subway data available

Bergen Beach

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bensonhurst for sale

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Bergen Beach 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 Bergen Beach?
Bergen Beach is more affordable, with a median sale price of $825,000 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 Bergen Beach?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Bensonhurst or Bergen Beach?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bensonhurst and Bergen Beach 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 Bergen Beach?
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 Bergen Beach 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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