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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Flatlands vs Gowanus

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Flatlands

Brooklyn

Gowanus

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Flatlands has the lower median sale price at $425K vs $1.0M in Gowanus.

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

Median Sale Price
$425K
$1.0M
Median Rent
$2K
$5K
Active Listings
41
19
Avg Days on Market
0 days
43 days
YoY Price Change
-38.3%
+51.6%
Monthly Sales Volume
6
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricFlatlandsGowanus
Median Sale Price$425,000$1,045,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$775,000
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,250$4,850
Active Listings4119
Rental Inventory8295
Days on Market043
Price Cut Share14.6%15.8%
Monthly Sales Volume61
YoY Price Change-38.3%+51.6%
YoY Rent Change-2.2%+7.8%
YoY Inventory Change+46.4%-38.7%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Flatlands moved -38.3% over the past year, compared to +51.6% in Gowanus. Gowanus is seeing price appreciation while Flatlands has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Flatlands

Flatlands is a southeastern Brooklyn neighborhood of single-family detached homes, two-family brick houses, and low-rise apartment buildings on a flat grid of residential streets. The B/Q trains at the Kings Highway and Avenue U stations serve the western portion, and local buses provide additional connections. Floyd Bennett Field, the city's first municipal airport and now a national recreation area, borders the southern edge.

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Gowanus

Gowanus features a striking mix of 19th-century brick warehouses, Greek Revival rowhouses, and new glass-and-steel condominiums rising along the canal waterfront. The F, G, R, D, and N/W trains are accessible at nearby Smith-Ninth Streets and Fourth Avenue-Ninth Street stations, with Atlantic Terminal a short walk north. Washington Park and the Old Stone House landmark anchor the neighborhood's green space, while a major rezoning is bringing thousands of new residential units and waterfront parkland to the area.

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Transit Access

Flatlands

No subway data available

Gowanus

No subway data available

Active Listings

Flatlands for sale

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Gowanus 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 Flatlands cheaper than Gowanus?
Yes, Flatlands has a lower median sale price at $425,000 compared to $1,045,000 in Gowanus 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, Flatlands or Gowanus?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Flatlands or Gowanus?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Flatlands and Gowanus 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 Flatlands or Gowanus?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Flatlands and Gowanus 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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