NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Brooklyn
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For buyers focused on affordability, Gowanus has the lower median sale price at $1.0M vs $2.3M in Cobble Hill.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Gowanus offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Cobble Hill, which is served by 8 subway lines compared to 0 in Gowanus.
| Metric | Cobble Hill | Gowanus |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $2,275,000 | $1,045,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $1,501,000 | $775,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | N/A | N/A |
| Median Rent | $4,950 | $4,850 |
| Active Listings | 24 | 19 |
| Rental Inventory | 65 | 295 |
| Days on Market | 53 | 43 |
| Price Cut Share | 12.5% | 15.8% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 8 | 1 |
| YoY Price Change | +5.8% | +51.6% |
| YoY Rent Change | +10.0% | +7.8% |
| YoY Inventory Change | -38.5% | -38.7% |
| Subway Lines | 2 3 4 5 A C F R | N/A |
Prices in Cobble Hill moved +5.8% over the past year, compared to +51.6% in Gowanus. The +51.6% gain in Gowanus reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.
Cobble Hill is a small, highly sought-after neighborhood known for its historic charm and walkable streetscape. The area is famous for its impeccably preserved 19th-century architecture and the busy shops and cafes along Court Street. The real estate market is dominated by beautiful brownstones and brick townhouses, alongside intimate boutique condominiums that offer modern luxury while respecting the neighborhood's low-rise, historic character.
View Full Market ReportGowanus features a striking mix of 19th-century brick warehouses, Greek Revival rowhouses, and new glass-and-steel condominiums rising along the canal waterfront. The F, G, R, D, and N/W trains are accessible at nearby Smith-Ninth Streets and Fourth Avenue-Ninth Street stations, with Atlantic Terminal a short walk north. Washington Park and the Old Stone House landmark anchor the neighborhood's green space, while a major rezoning is bringing thousands of new residential units and waterfront parkland to the area.
View Full Market ReportBorough Hall (2 3 4 5) — 0.5 mi
Court St (R) — 0.6 mi
Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.6 mi
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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.
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