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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bensonhurst vs Borough Park

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Bensonhurst

Brooklyn

Borough Park

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Bensonhurst has the lower median sale price at $1.3M vs $1.8M in Borough Park.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$1.8M
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
71
37
Avg Days on Market
36 days
141 days
YoY Price Change
+11.3%
+22.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
12
28

Detailed Comparison

MetricBensonhurstBorough Park
Median Sale Price$1,290,000$1,772,500
Median Condo Price$556,473.5$986,500
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,400$2,650
Active Listings7137
Rental Inventory3537
Days on Market36141
Price Cut Share12.7%5.4%
Monthly Sales Volume1228
YoY Price Change+11.3%+22.2%
YoY Rent Change+2.1%+1.9%
YoY Inventory Change-4.1%+8.8%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bensonhurst moved +11.3% over the past year, compared to +22.2% in Borough Park. The +22.2% gain in Borough Park reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that 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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Borough Park

Borough Park is a large residential neighborhood in southwestern Brooklyn defined by brownstone and brick rowhouses, multi-family walk-ups, and low-rise co-ops, with an active commercial corridor along 13th Avenue. The D and N trains serve the BMT West End and Sea Beach Lines respectively, while the F and G trains run along McDonald Avenue on the IND Culver Line. Prospect Park lies just northeast of the neighborhood, offering 585 acres of meadows, sports fields, and parkland.

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Transit Access

Bensonhurst

No subway data available

Borough Park

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bensonhurst for sale

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Borough 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 Bensonhurst cheaper than Borough Park?
Yes, Bensonhurst has a lower median sale price at $1,290,000 compared to $1,772,500 in Borough Park as of the most recent market data. Co-op and condo prices within each neighborhood can vary significantly, so the right fit depends on property type and building.
Which has better transit, Bensonhurst or Borough Park?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Bensonhurst or Borough Park?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bensonhurst and Borough 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 Bensonhurst or Borough 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 Bensonhurst and Borough 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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