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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Brighton Beach vs East Tremont

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

Brooklyn|Bronx

Brighton Beach

Brooklyn

East Tremont

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Brighton Beach has the lower median sale price at $543K vs $800K in East Tremont.

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

Median Sale Price
$543K
$800K
Median Rent
$3K
$2K
Active Listings
165
6
Avg Days on Market
116 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-16.5%
+93.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
12
5

Detailed Comparison

MetricBrighton BeachEast Tremont
Median Sale Price$542,500$800,000
Median Condo Price$520,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$368,500N/A
Median Rent$2,575$1,900
Active Listings1656
Rental Inventory447
Days on Market1160
Price Cut Share11.5%7.7%
Monthly Sales Volume125
YoY Price Change-16.5%+93.9%
YoY Rent Change-4.6%-11.6%
YoY Inventory Change+51.4%-40.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Brighton Beach moved -16.5% over the past year, compared to +93.9% in East Tremont. East Tremont is seeing price appreciation while Brighton Beach has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Brighton Beach

Brighton Beach stretches along Brooklyn's Atlantic shoreline with a housing stock that ranges from 1920s Art Deco apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway to postwar co-op towers and newer oceanfront condominiums. The B and Q trains run above Brighton Beach Avenue, providing direct service to Downtown Brooklyn, Midtown Manhattan, and connections across the system. The Riegelmann Boardwalk extends along the waterfront, connecting to Coney Island, while Brighton Beach Avenue below the elevated tracks forms the neighborhood's primary commercial corridor.

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East Tremont

East Tremont is a Bronx neighborhood of prewar walk-up apartment buildings, low-rise row houses, and a cluster of newer affordable housing developments along Tremont Avenue. The 2 and 5 trains provide subway service at West Farms Square-East Tremont Avenue station, and the Cross Bronx Expressway runs along the southern border. Bronx Park and the Bronx Zoo are directly accessible from the neighborhood.

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Transit Access

Brighton Beach

No subway data available

East Tremont

No subway data available

Active Listings

Brighton Beach for sale

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East Tremont 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 Brighton Beach cheaper than East Tremont?
Yes, Brighton Beach has a lower median sale price at $542,500 compared to $800,000 in East Tremont 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, Brighton Beach or East Tremont?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Brighton Beach or East Tremont?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Brighton Beach and East Tremont 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 Brighton Beach or East Tremont?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Brighton Beach and East Tremont 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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