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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Brighton Beach vs Windsor Terrace

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Brighton Beach

Brooklyn

Windsor Terrace

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Brighton Beach has the lower median sale price at $543K vs $825K in Windsor Terrace.

Median Sale Price
$543K
$825K
Median Rent
$3K
$4K
Active Listings
165
41
Avg Days on Market
116 days
31.5 days
YoY Price Change
-16.5%
-54.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
12
11

Detailed Comparison

MetricBrighton BeachWindsor Terrace
Median Sale Price$542,500$825,000
Median Condo Price$520,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$368,500$837,250
Median Rent$2,575$3,897.5
Active Listings16541
Rental Inventory4466
Days on Market11631.5
Price Cut Share11.5%4.9%
Monthly Sales Volume1211
YoY Price Change-16.5%-54.8%
YoY Rent Change-4.6%+2.6%
YoY Inventory Change+51.4%-18.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Brighton Beach moved -16.5% over the past year, compared to -54.8% in Windsor Terrace. Both markets have seen price softening, with Windsor Terrace declining more sharply over the measured period.

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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Windsor Terrace

Windsor Terrace borders Prospect Park on three sides and Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, creating a compact residential neighborhood of brick and limestone rowhouses, Victorian-era wood-frame homes, and prewar apartment buildings along Prospect Avenue, Seeley Street, and Vanderbilt Street. The F and G trains stop at 15th Street-Prospect Park and Fort Hamilton Parkway, providing connections to Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan. Prospect Park's Parade Ground, the city's oldest recreational facility, sits at the neighborhood's southeastern edge.

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Transit Access

Brighton Beach

No subway data available

Windsor Terrace

No subway data available

Active Listings

Brighton Beach 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 Windsor Terrace?
Yes, Brighton Beach has a lower median sale price at $542,500 compared to $825,000 in Windsor Terrace 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, Brighton Beach or Windsor Terrace?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Brighton Beach or Windsor Terrace?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Brighton Beach and Windsor Terrace 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 Windsor Terrace?
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 Windsor Terrace 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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