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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

College Point vs Dyker Heights

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

Queens|Brooklyn

College Point

Queens

Dyker Heights

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, College Point has the lower median sale price at $965K vs $1.1M in Dyker Heights.

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

Median Sale Price
$965K
$1.1M
Median Rent
$3K
$2K
Active Listings
20
39
Avg Days on Market
0 days
52 days
YoY Price Change
+9.7%
-16.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
11
10

Detailed Comparison

MetricCollege PointDyker Heights
Median Sale Price$965,000$1,075,000
Median Condo Price$397,730N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,800$2,495
Active Listings2039
Rental Inventory713
Days on Market052
Price Cut Share7.4%15.4%
Monthly Sales Volume1110
YoY Price Change+9.7%-16.3%
YoY Rent Change+10.9%-10.9%
YoY Inventory Change+25.0%-35.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in College Point moved +9.7% over the past year, compared to -16.3% in Dyker Heights. College Point is seeing price appreciation while Dyker Heights has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

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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Dyker Heights

Dyker Heights is a long-established Brooklyn neighborhood with spacious single-family homes and multi-family inventory. Housing stock ranges from historic pre-war cooperatives to newer condominium developments, with Dyker Beach Park and Golf Course on the western edge and R/D train service.

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Transit Access

College Point

No subway data available

Dyker Heights

No subway data available

Active Listings

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 College Point cheaper than Dyker Heights?
Yes, College Point has a lower median sale price at $965,000 compared to $1,075,000 in Dyker Heights as of the most recent market data. Co-op and condo prices within each neighborhood can vary significantly, so the right fit depends on property type and building.
Which has better transit, College Point or Dyker Heights?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, College Point or Dyker Heights?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. College Point and Dyker Heights 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 College Point or Dyker Heights?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both College Point and Dyker Heights 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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