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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Briarwood vs Jamaica

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

Queens|Queens

Briarwood

Queens

Jamaica

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Briarwood has the lower median sale price at $325K vs $548K in Jamaica.

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

Median Sale Price
$325K
$548K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
39
26
Avg Days on Market
36.5 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-29.3%
+4.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
9
12

Detailed Comparison

MetricBriarwoodJamaica
Median Sale Price$325,000$547,500
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op Price$276,250N/A
Median Rent$2,300$2,840
Active Listings3926
Rental Inventory53255
Days on Market36.50
Price Cut Share10.3%3.8%
Monthly Sales Volume912
YoY Price Change-29.3%+4.3%
YoY Rent Change+15.0%-9.1%
YoY Inventory Change-7.1%+44.4%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Briarwood moved -29.3% over the past year, compared to +4.3% in Jamaica. Jamaica is seeing price appreciation while Briarwood has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Briarwood

Briarwood is a residential neighborhood in central Queens with Tudor Revival, Colonial, and ranch-style single-family homes alongside low-rise garden apartment co-ops and prewar brick buildings. The E and F trains stop at Briarwood-Van Wyck Boulevard, providing express service to Midtown Manhattan. The neighborhood sits between three major green spaces: Forest Park to the west, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park to the north, and the Kissena Corridor to the east.

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Jamaica

Jamaica is a major commercial and transportation hub in central Queens, featuring a mix of prewar apartment buildings, new construction condominiums, and single-family homes radiating from the Jamaica Center transit hub. The E/J/Z trains, LIRR Jamaica station, and AirTrain JFK converge here, making it one of the best-connected neighborhoods in the city. The downtown area is undergoing significant new residential and commercial development.

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Transit Access

Briarwood

No subway data available

Jamaica

No subway data available

Active Listings

Briarwood for sale

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Jamaica 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 Briarwood cheaper than Jamaica?
Yes, Briarwood has a lower median sale price at $325,000 compared to $547,500 in Jamaica 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, Briarwood or Jamaica?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Briarwood or Jamaica?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Briarwood and Jamaica 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 Briarwood or Jamaica?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Briarwood and Jamaica 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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