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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Brighton Beach vs Oakland Gardens

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

Brooklyn|Queens

Brighton Beach

Brooklyn

Oakland Gardens

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Oakland Gardens has the lower median sale price at $390K vs $543K in Brighton Beach.

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

Median Sale Price
$543K
$390K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
165
53
Avg Days on Market
116 days
55 days
YoY Price Change
-16.5%
+12.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
12
9

Detailed Comparison

MetricBrighton BeachOakland Gardens
Median Sale Price$542,500$390,000
Median Condo Price$520,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$368,500$350,000
Median Rent$2,575$2,800
Active Listings16553
Rental Inventory4468
Days on Market11655
Price Cut Share11.5%17.0%
Monthly Sales Volume129
YoY Price Change-16.5%+12.1%
YoY Rent Change-4.6%+4.8%
YoY Inventory Change+51.4%+71.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Brighton Beach moved -16.5% over the past year, compared to +12.1% in Oakland Gardens. Oakland Gardens is seeing price appreciation while Brighton Beach has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Brighton Beach

Brighton Beach stretches along Brooklyn's Atlantic shoreline with a housing stock that ranges from 1920s Art Deco apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway to postwar co-op towers and newer oceanfront condominiums. The B and Q trains run above Brighton Beach Avenue, providing direct service to Downtown Brooklyn, Midtown Manhattan, and connections across the system. The Riegelmann Boardwalk extends along the waterfront, connecting to Coney Island, while Brighton Beach Avenue below the elevated tracks forms the neighborhood's primary commercial corridor.

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Oakland Gardens

Oakland Gardens features postwar garden-style co-ops and single-family homes with Tudor-inspired brickwork and colonial details, developed primarily in the 1950s along Springfield Boulevard. The neighborhood sits between the 635-acre Alley Pond Park and Cunningham Park, with the LIRR Bayside station providing 30-minute commutes to Midtown Manhattan.

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Transit Access

Brighton Beach

No subway data available

Oakland Gardens

No subway data available

Active Listings

Brighton Beach for sale

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Oakland Gardens 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 Brighton Beach cheaper than Oakland Gardens?
Oakland Gardens is more affordable, with a median sale price of $390,000 vs $542,500 in Brighton Beach. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Brighton Beach or Oakland Gardens?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Brighton Beach or Oakland Gardens?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Brighton Beach and Oakland Gardens 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 Brighton Beach or Oakland Gardens?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Brighton Beach and Oakland Gardens 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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