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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Borough Park vs College Point

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

Brooklyn|Queens

Borough Park

Brooklyn

College Point

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, College Point has the lower median sale price at $965K vs $1.8M in Borough Park.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.8M
$965K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
37
20
Avg Days on Market
141 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+22.2%
+9.7%
Monthly Sales Volume
28
11

Detailed Comparison

MetricBorough ParkCollege Point
Median Sale Price$1,772,500$965,000
Median Condo Price$986,500$397,730
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,650$2,800
Active Listings3720
Rental Inventory377
Days on Market1410
Price Cut Share5.4%7.4%
Monthly Sales Volume2811
YoY Price Change+22.2%+9.7%
YoY Rent Change+1.9%+10.9%
YoY Inventory Change+8.8%+25.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Borough Park moved +22.2% over the past year, compared to +9.7% in College Point. The +22.2% gain in Borough Park reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Borough Park

Borough Park is a large residential neighborhood in southwestern Brooklyn defined by brownstone and brick rowhouses, multi-family walk-ups, and low-rise co-ops, with an active commercial corridor along 13th Avenue. The D and N trains serve the BMT West End and Sea Beach Lines respectively, while the F and G trains run along McDonald Avenue on the IND Culver Line. Prospect Park lies just northeast of the neighborhood, offering 585 acres of meadows, sports fields, and parkland.

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College Point

College Point is a waterfront Queens neighborhood of single-family homes, two-family brick houses, and garden-apartment complexes along Flushing Bay. The neighborhood is connected by bus to the Flushing 7 train terminus and is bordered by a large commercial retail center along 20th Avenue. MacNeil Park on the waterfront offers views across to the Whitestone Bridge.

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Transit Access

Borough Park

No subway data available

College Point

No subway data available

Active Listings

Borough Park for sale

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College Point 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 Borough Park cheaper than College Point?
College Point is more affordable, with a median sale price of $965,000 vs $1,772,500 in Borough Park. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Borough Park or College Point?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Borough Park or College Point?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Borough Park and College Point 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 Borough Park or College Point?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Borough Park and College Point 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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