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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bath Beach vs Canarsie

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Bath Beach

Brooklyn

Canarsie

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Canarsie has the lower median sale price at $718K vs $854K in Bath Beach.

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

Median Sale Price
$854K
$718K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
37
82
Avg Days on Market
45 days
55 days
YoY Price Change
-20.2%
-7.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
8
18

Detailed Comparison

MetricBath BeachCanarsie
Median Sale Price$854,000$717,500
Median Condo Price$498,888$24,000
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,150$2,900
Active Listings3782
Rental Inventory2434
Days on Market4555
Price Cut Share21.6%9.8%
Monthly Sales Volume818
YoY Price Change-20.2%-7.3%
YoY Rent Change+13.5%+8.4%
YoY Inventory Change-9.8%+5.1%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bath Beach moved -20.2% over the past year, compared to -7.3% in Canarsie. Both markets have seen price softening, with Bath Beach declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Bath Beach

Bath Beach sits on Brooklyn's southwestern shore along Gravesend Bay, featuring a mix of one- and two-family brick and frame houses, attached rowhouses, and small apartment buildings on a low-traffic residential grid. The D train serves the neighborhood via the BMT West End Line with stations at 18th Avenue, 20th Avenue, Bay Parkway, and 25th Avenue. Calvert Vaux Park and the Shore Parkway promenade provide waterfront access, while Dyker Beach Park offers an 18-hole public golf course.

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Canarsie

Canarsie is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood where the L train terminates at Rockaway Parkway, connecting residents to Williamsburg and Manhattan's 14th Street corridor. The housing stock spans single-family detached homes, mid-century split-levels, brick rowhouses, and low-rise condominiums on tree-lined streets. The 132-acre Canarsie Park and Canarsie Pier on Jamaica Bay provide extensive waterfront recreation, sports fields, and fishing access along the neighborhood's southern edge.

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Transit Access

Bath Beach

No subway data available

Canarsie

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bath Beach for sale

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Canarsie 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 Bath Beach cheaper than Canarsie?
Canarsie is more affordable, with a median sale price of $717,500 vs $854,000 in Bath Beach. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Bath Beach or Canarsie?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Bath Beach or Canarsie?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bath Beach and Canarsie 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 Bath Beach or Canarsie?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Bath Beach and Canarsie 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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