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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Borough Park vs Crotona Park East

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

Brooklyn|Bronx

Borough Park

Brooklyn

Crotona Park East

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Crotona Park East has the lower median sale price at $625K vs $1.8M in Borough Park.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.8M
$625K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
37
3
Avg Days on Market
141 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+22.2%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
28
9

Detailed Comparison

MetricBorough ParkCrotona Park East
Median Sale Price$1,772,500$625,000
Median Condo Price$986,500N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/A$37,000
Median Rent$2,650$2,900
Active Listings373
Rental Inventory3711
Days on Market1410
Price Cut Share5.4%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume289
YoY Price Change+22.2%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+1.9%+19.6%
YoY Inventory Change+8.8%+50.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Borough Park moved +22.2% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in Crotona Park East. The +22.2% gain in Borough Park reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

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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Crotona Park East

Crotona Park East is a Bronx neighborhood of prewar walk-up apartment buildings, mid-rise public housing developments, and a growing number of new affordable and mixed-income residential projects adjacent to the 127-acre Crotona Park. The 2 and 5 trains at East 174th Street and Freeman Street stations provide subway access to Manhattan. Crotona Park features a 3.3-acre lake, public pool, running track, and sports courts.

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Transit Access

Borough Park

No subway data available

Crotona Park East

No subway data available

Active Listings

Borough Park for sale

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Crotona Park East 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 Borough Park cheaper than Crotona Park East?
Crotona Park East is more affordable, with a median sale price of $625,000 vs $1,772,500 in Borough Park. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Borough Park or Crotona Park East?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Borough Park or Crotona Park East?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Borough Park and Crotona Park East 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 Borough Park or Crotona Park East?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Borough Park and Crotona Park East 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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