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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

DUMBO vs New Hyde Park

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

Brooklyn|Queens

DUMBO

Brooklyn

New Hyde Park

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, New Hyde Park has the lower median sale price at $499K vs $1.9M in DUMBO.

Commuters have more transit options in DUMBO, which is served by 6 subway lines compared to 0 in New Hyde Park.

Median Sale Price
$1.9M
$499K
Median Rent
$6K
$0
Active Listings
93
1
Avg Days on Market
89 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+3.4%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
4
4

Detailed Comparison

MetricDUMBONew Hyde Park
Median Sale Price$1,950,000$498,500
Median Condo Price$1,950,000N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$6,250$0
Active Listings931
Rental Inventory1491
Days on Market890
Price Cut Share6.5%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume44
YoY Price Change+3.4%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+17.9%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change+1.1%-50.0%
Subway Lines2 3 A C F RN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in DUMBO moved +3.4% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in New Hyde Park. The +3.4% gain in DUMBO reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

DUMBO

DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) sits between the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges along the East River waterfront, with a 95-building historic district of converted industrial warehouses. The housing market features spacious loft residences with exposed brick and high ceilings alongside modern luxury condominiums with skyline and waterfront views, served by the F train at York Street and the A and C at High Street. Brooklyn Bridge Park stretches along the waterfront with piers, playgrounds, and Jane's Carousel.

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New Hyde Park

New Hyde Park is a residential Queens neighborhood on the Nassau County border, featuring single-family Colonial and Cape Cod homes with private driveways and landscaped yards. The LIRR New Hyde Park station on the Hempstead Branch provides commuter rail service to Penn Station. The neighborhood's low-rise residential character and proximity to Long Island make it one of the most suburban-feeling areas within New York City limits.

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Transit Access

DUMBO

23ACFR

York St (F) — 0.2 mi

High St (A C) — 0.3 mi

Clark St (2 3) — 0.5 mi

Court St (R) — 0.7 mi

East Broadway (F) — 0.7 mi

New Hyde Park

No subway data available

Active Listings

DUMBO for sale

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New Hyde Park 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 DUMBO cheaper than New Hyde Park?
New Hyde Park is more affordable, with a median sale price of $498,500 vs $1,950,000 in DUMBO. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, DUMBO or New Hyde Park?
DUMBO has access to 6 subway lines and New Hyde Park has 0, making DUMBO the stronger option for transit access. New Hyde Park has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, DUMBO or New Hyde Park?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. DUMBO and New Hyde Park 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 DUMBO or New Hyde Park?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both DUMBO and New Hyde Park 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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