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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Crown Heights vs Prospect Lefferts Gardens

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Crown Heights

Brooklyn

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Prospect Lefferts Gardens has the lower median sale price at $1.2M vs $1.3M in Crown Heights.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$1.2M
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
157
44
Avg Days on Market
48.5 days
32 days
YoY Price Change
+3.4%
+110.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
18
10

Detailed Comparison

MetricCrown HeightsProspect Lefferts Gardens
Median Sale Price$1,280,000$1,212,500
Median Condo Price$1,087,500$912,500
Median Co-op Price$611,000N/A
Median Rent$3,495$3,150
Active Listings15744
Rental Inventory945165
Days on Market48.532
Price Cut Share5.7%4.5%
Monthly Sales Volume1810
YoY Price Change+3.4%+110.9%
YoY Rent Change+5.9%+6.1%
YoY Inventory Change+51.0%+18.9%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Crown Heights moved +3.4% over the past year, compared to +110.9% in Prospect Lefferts Gardens. The +110.9% gain in Prospect Lefferts Gardens reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Crown Heights

Crown Heights is a dynamic and architecturally rich neighborhood in central Brooklyn. Famous for its grand boulevards and impressive collection of pre-war apartment buildings and brownstones, the area offers a sense of scale and history. Residents enjoy proximity to the Brooklyn Museum, the Botanic Garden, and a active restaurant scene along Franklin and Nostrand Avenues, making it a popular choice for those seeking space and culture.

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Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Prospect Lefferts Gardens borders the eastern edge of Prospect Park and sits adjacent to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Brooklyn Museum, with the Lefferts Manor Historic District preserving blocks of limestone, brownstone, and brick rowhouses in Renaissance Revival, Neo-Federal, and Tudor Revival styles. The B, Q, and S trains stop at Prospect Park station, the Q serves Parkside Avenue, and the 2 and 5 trains connect at Sterling and Winthrop Streets. Housing ranges from intact 19th- and early 20th-century rowhouses to prewar apartment buildings along the main corridors.

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Transit Access

Crown Heights

No subway data available

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No subway data available

Active Listings

Crown Heights for sale

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Prospect Lefferts Gardens 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 Crown Heights cheaper than Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
Prospect Lefferts Gardens is more affordable, with a median sale price of $1,212,500 vs $1,280,000 in Crown Heights. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Crown Heights or Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Crown Heights or Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Crown Heights and Prospect Lefferts Gardens 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 Crown Heights or Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Crown Heights and Prospect Lefferts Gardens 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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