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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Brownsville vs Kensington

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Brownsville

Brooklyn

Kensington

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Brownsville has the lower median sale price at $800K vs $1.6M in Kensington.

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

Median Sale Price
$800K
$1.6M
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
21
89
Avg Days on Market
0 days
59 days
YoY Price Change
-1.5%
+198.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
6
4

Detailed Comparison

MetricBrownsvilleKensington
Median Sale Price$800,000$1,550,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$537,104.5
Median Co-op PriceN/A$400,000
Median Rent$2,697.5$2,825
Active Listings2189
Rental Inventory2878
Days on Market059
Price Cut Share21.1%5.6%
Monthly Sales Volume64
YoY Price Change-1.5%+198.1%
YoY Rent Change+7.9%+8.7%
YoY Inventory Change-4.5%+25.4%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Brownsville moved -1.5% over the past year, compared to +198.1% in Kensington. Kensington is seeing price appreciation while Brownsville has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Brownsville

Brownsville is an East Brooklyn neighborhood of large public housing complexes, low-rise row houses, and a growing number of new construction residential projects. The 3 and 4 trains run through the neighborhood along Eastern Parkway and New Lots Avenue, providing direct subway access to Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan. Betsy Head Park offers a public pool, track, and sports facilities.

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Kensington

Kensington is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood bordered by Prospect Park to the north and the landmarked Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, with Ocean Parkway running through its center as one of the borough's signature tree-lined boulevards. The housing stock includes brick rowhouses, prewar co-op apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway and Coney Island Avenue, and detached Victorian homes on the side streets, served by the F and G trains at Fort Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue. The B and Q express trains are accessible within a short walk, providing a 30-to-35-minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.

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Transit Access

Brownsville

No subway data available

Kensington

No subway data available

Active Listings

Brownsville for sale

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Kensington 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 Brownsville cheaper than Kensington?
Yes, Brownsville has a lower median sale price at $800,000 compared to $1,550,000 in Kensington 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, Brownsville or Kensington?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Brownsville or Kensington?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Brownsville and Kensington 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 Brownsville or Kensington?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Brownsville and Kensington 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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