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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

East Flatbush vs Laurelton

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

Brooklyn|Queens

East Flatbush

Brooklyn

Laurelton

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, East Flatbush has the lower median sale price at $668K vs $750K in Laurelton.

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

Median Sale Price
$668K
$750K
Median Rent
$3K
$2K
Active Listings
130
7
Avg Days on Market
47 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-9.2%
+3.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
20
9

Detailed Comparison

MetricEast FlatbushLaurelton
Median Sale Price$667,500$750,000
Median Condo Price$150,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$260,000N/A
Median Rent$2,841$2,200
Active Listings1307
Rental Inventory2694
Days on Market470
Price Cut Share9.2%33.3%
Monthly Sales Volume209
YoY Price Change-9.2%+3.8%
YoY Rent Change+1.5%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change+34.0%0.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in East Flatbush moved -9.2% over the past year, compared to +3.8% in Laurelton. Laurelton is seeing price appreciation while East Flatbush has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

East Flatbush

East Flatbush is a largely residential Brooklyn neighborhood characterized by tree-lined streets and rows of early 20th-century brick homes, including single-family houses, semi-detached two-families, and small apartment buildings. The 2 and 5 trains serve the area at Church Avenue, Beverly Road, and Newkirk Avenue stations, connecting residents to Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan. Lincoln Terrace Park provides recreational space along the neighborhood's northern edge.

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Laurelton

Laurelton is a southeastern Queens neighborhood of single-family detached homes with driveways and private yards, primarily built in the 1920s through 1950s. The LIRR Laurelton station provides direct commuter rail service to Penn Station, and the Q5 bus connects to the E train at Jamaica Center. Montefiore Cemetery and Laurelton Parkway define the neighborhood boundaries.

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Transit Access

East Flatbush

No subway data available

Laurelton

No subway data available

Active Listings

East Flatbush for sale

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Laurelton 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 East Flatbush cheaper than Laurelton?
Yes, East Flatbush has a lower median sale price at $667,500 compared to $750,000 in Laurelton 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, East Flatbush or Laurelton?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, East Flatbush or Laurelton?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. East Flatbush and Laurelton 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 East Flatbush or Laurelton?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both East Flatbush and Laurelton 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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