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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Flushing vs Prospect Heights

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

Queens|Brooklyn

Flushing

Queens

Prospect Heights

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Flushing has the lower median sale price at $568K vs $1.7M in Prospect Heights.

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

Median Sale Price
$568K
$1.7M
Median Rent
$3K
$5K
Active Listings
332
44
Avg Days on Market
64 days
35 days
YoY Price Change
-9.6%
+3.4%
Monthly Sales Volume
61
6

Detailed Comparison

MetricFlushingProspect Heights
Median Sale Price$567,875$1,662,500
Median Condo Price$628,000$1,757,500
Median Co-op Price$333,500$954,000
Median Rent$2,700$4,525
Active Listings33244
Rental Inventory208132
Days on Market6435
Price Cut Share5.4%2.3%
Monthly Sales Volume616
YoY Price Change-9.6%+3.4%
YoY Rent Change0.0%+13.1%
YoY Inventory Change+41.3%-6.4%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Flushing moved -9.6% over the past year, compared to +3.4% in Prospect Heights. Prospect Heights is seeing price appreciation while Flushing has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Flushing

Flushing is a world-class commercial and residential hub, known for its incredible energy and cultural depth. As one of the city's most important transit and retail centers, it offers a high-energy lifestyle with unparalleled dining and shopping. The real estate market has seen a dramatic transformation with the arrival of ultra-modern luxury glass towers and mixed-use developments, alongside a solid stock of traditional cooperatives and multi-family homes.

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Prospect Heights

Prospect Heights is a compact Brooklyn neighborhood anchored by the Brooklyn Public Library, Grand Army Plaza, Prospect Park, and the Brooklyn Museum. The real estate market features historic brownstones, pre-war cooperatives, and new developments like Pacific Park, with 2/3/B/Q/4 train service.

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Transit Access

Flushing

No subway data available

Prospect Heights

No subway data available

Active Listings

Flushing 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 Flushing cheaper than Prospect Heights?
Yes, Flushing has a lower median sale price at $567,875 compared to $1,662,500 in Prospect 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, Flushing or Prospect Heights?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Flushing or Prospect Heights?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Flushing and Prospect 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 Flushing or Prospect 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 Flushing and Prospect 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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