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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Borough Park vs Fordham

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

Brooklyn|Bronx

Borough Park

Brooklyn

Fordham

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Fordham has the lower median sale price at $662K vs $1.8M in Borough Park.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.8M
$662K
Median Rent
$3K
$2K
Active Listings
37
19
Avg Days on Market
141 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+22.2%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
28
6

Detailed Comparison

MetricBorough ParkFordham
Median Sale Price$1,772,500$662,107
Median Condo Price$986,500N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,650$2,014.5
Active Listings3719
Rental Inventory3720
Days on Market1410
Price Cut Share5.4%15.8%
Monthly Sales Volume286
YoY Price Change+22.2%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+1.9%+0.9%
YoY Inventory Change+8.8%+46.2%
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 Fordham. 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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Fordham

Fordham centers on the Grand Concourse and Fordham Road, one of the Bronx's busiest commercial corridors, with six-story Art Deco apartment buildings, prewar walk-ups, and brick rowhomes lining the surrounding residential streets. The B and D trains at Fordham Road, the 4 train on the Jerome Avenue Line, and Metro-North at Fordham Station provide multiple transit options. The New York Botanical Garden's 250 acres and the Bronx Zoo border the neighborhood, and Fordham University's Gothic campus occupies the historic Rose Hill Manor at its center.

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Transit Access

Borough Park

No subway data available

Fordham

No subway data available

Active Listings

Borough Park for sale

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Fordham 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 Fordham?
Fordham is more affordable, with a median sale price of $662,107 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 Fordham?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Borough Park or Fordham?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Borough Park and Fordham 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 Fordham?
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 Fordham 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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