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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Boerum Hill vs Bronxwood

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

Brooklyn|Bronx

Boerum Hill

Brooklyn

Bronxwood

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Bronxwood has the lower median sale price at $332K vs $1.4M in Boerum Hill.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Boerum Hill, which is served by 8 subway lines compared to 0 in Bronxwood.

Median Sale Price
$1.4M
$332K
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
39
11
Avg Days on Market
92.5 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+21.2%
-8.5%
Monthly Sales Volume
12
9

Detailed Comparison

MetricBoerum HillBronxwood
Median Sale Price$1,425,000$331,750
Median Condo Price$1,841,250N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$5,000$2,575
Active Listings3911
Rental Inventory21812
Days on Market92.50
Price Cut Share2.6%7.1%
Monthly Sales Volume129
YoY Price Change+21.2%-8.5%
YoY Rent Change+24.3%+19.8%
YoY Inventory Change-39.1%+83.3%
Subway Lines2 3 4 5 A C F RN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Boerum Hill moved +21.2% over the past year, compared to -8.5% in Bronxwood. Boerum Hill is seeing price appreciation while Bronxwood has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Boerum Hill

Boerum Hill is a historic residential neighborhood with tree-lined streets and retail along Atlantic Avenue and Smith Street. Housing stock features three-story row houses and newer high-end condominium developments, with F/G subway service at Bergen Street.

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Bronxwood

Bronxwood is a compact residential pocket east of Bronx Park, defined by tree-lined streets of two- and three-story brick row houses and small apartment buildings dating from the early to mid-20th century, many with front gardens and decorative stoops. The 2 and 5 trains serve the neighborhood via the nearby Allerton Avenue and Burke Avenue stations. The western boundary borders Bronx Park, providing direct access to the Bronx Zoo and the New York Botanical Garden.

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Transit Access

Boerum Hill

2345ACFR

Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.4 mi

Borough Hall (2 3 4 5) — 0.5 mi

Court St (R) — 0.6 mi

Bronxwood

No subway data available

Active Listings

Boerum Hill for sale

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Bronxwood 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.

Boerum Hill vs Bronxwood: 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. Boerum Hill and Bronxwood both tracked this broader NYC arc, with annual closing volume contracting sharply in 2009 and again in Q2 2020 before normalizing.

Outer-borough submarkets including Boerum Hill and Bronxwood generally tracked the broader NYC metro pattern of a 20% to 25% peak-to-trough decline before fully recovering by 2017 and posting further gains through early 2020.

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

Metric (2026)Boerum HillBronxwood
Median Sale Price$1,425,000$331,750
Median Rent$5,000/mo$2,575/mo
Year-over-Year Price Change+21.2%-8.5%
Average Days on Market92.5 days0 days
Distance to Nearest Subway0.42 miN/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 Boerum Hill cheaper than Bronxwood?
Bronxwood is more affordable, with a median sale price of $331,750 vs $1,425,000 in Boerum Hill. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Boerum Hill or Bronxwood?
Boerum Hill has access to 8 subway lines and Bronxwood has 0, making Boerum Hill the stronger option for transit access. Bronxwood has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Boerum Hill or Bronxwood?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Boerum Hill and Bronxwood 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 Boerum Hill or Bronxwood?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Boerum Hill and Bronxwood 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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