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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Brooklyn Heights vs Woodhaven

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

Brooklyn|Queens

Brooklyn Heights

Brooklyn

Woodhaven

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Woodhaven has the lower median sale price at $813K vs $1.1M in Brooklyn Heights.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Brooklyn Heights, which is served by 8 subway lines compared to 0 in Woodhaven.

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$813K
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
84
23
Avg Days on Market
31 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-19.0%
+20.5%
Monthly Sales Volume
12
15

Detailed Comparison

MetricBrooklyn HeightsWoodhaven
Median Sale Price$1,099,500$813,000
Median Condo Price$2,700,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$903,028N/A
Median Rent$4,946$2,625
Active Listings8423
Rental Inventory13818
Days on Market310
Price Cut Share9.5%17.4%
Monthly Sales Volume1215
YoY Price Change-19.0%+20.5%
YoY Rent Change+5.2%+16.7%
YoY Inventory Change-33.9%-17.9%
Subway Lines2 3 4 5 A C F RN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Brooklyn Heights moved -19.0% over the past year, compared to +20.5% in Woodhaven. Woodhaven is seeing price appreciation while Brooklyn Heights has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Brooklyn Heights

Brooklyn Heights is New York City’s first historic district, famous for its grand architecture and the iconic Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Offering some of the most breathtaking views of Lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty, the neighborhood exudes a low-traffic, old-world elegance. The real estate market is characterized by magnificent pre-war townhouses, sought-after cooperatives, and a select few ultra-luxury waterfront developments along Brooklyn Bridge Park.

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Woodhaven

Woodhaven is one of Queens' most architecturally intact late 19th-century residential districts, with streets lined by Victorian frame houses, Neo-Renaissance rowhouses, and prewar apartment buildings. The J and Z trains run along Jamaica Avenue with stops at Woodhaven Boulevard, 85th Street-Forest Parkway, and 75th Street-Elderts Lane. Forest Park, the third-largest park in Queens, forms the neighborhood's northern boundary with wooded trails and recreational fields.

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Transit Access

Brooklyn Heights

2345ACFR

Clark St (2 3) — 0.1 mi

Court St (R) — 0.2 mi

High St (A C) — 0.3 mi

Borough Hall (2 3 4 5) — 0.3 mi

Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.4 mi

Woodhaven

No subway data available

Active Listings

Brooklyn Heights for sale

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Woodhaven 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 Brooklyn Heights cheaper than Woodhaven?
Woodhaven is more affordable, with a median sale price of $813,000 vs $1,099,500 in Brooklyn Heights. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Brooklyn Heights or Woodhaven?
Brooklyn Heights has access to 8 subway lines and Woodhaven has 0, making Brooklyn Heights the stronger option for transit access. Woodhaven has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Brooklyn Heights or Woodhaven?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Brooklyn Heights and Woodhaven 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 Brooklyn Heights or Woodhaven?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Brooklyn Heights and Woodhaven 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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