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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Clinton Hill vs Fordham

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

Brooklyn|Bronx

Clinton Hill

Brooklyn

Fordham

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Fordham has the lower median sale price at $662K vs $900K in Clinton Hill.

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

Median Sale Price
$900K
$662K
Median Rent
$4K
$2K
Active Listings
95
19
Avg Days on Market
45.5 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-23.5%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
13
6

Detailed Comparison

MetricClinton HillFordham
Median Sale Price$900,000$662,107
Median Condo Price$1,200,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$810,750N/A
Median Rent$4,200$2,014.5
Active Listings9519
Rental Inventory19120
Days on Market45.50
Price Cut Share13.7%15.8%
Monthly Sales Volume136
YoY Price Change-23.5%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+4.9%+0.9%
YoY Inventory Change+13.1%+46.2%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Clinton Hill moved -23.5% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in Fordham. Both markets have seen price softening, with Clinton Hill declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Clinton Hill

Clinton Hill is a neighborhood defined by its architectural diversity and creative energy. Home to the Pratt Institute, the area features a stunning mix of grand 19th-century mansions, historic carriage houses, and mid-century cooperatives. The neighborhood offers a leafy, residential feel with a popular culinary scene along DeKalb Avenue and easy access to the cultural amenities of nearby Fort Greene.

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Fordham

Fordham centers on the Grand Concourse and Fordham Road, one of the Bronx's busiest commercial corridors, with six-story Art Deco apartment buildings, prewar walk-ups, and brick rowhomes lining the surrounding residential streets. The B and D trains at Fordham Road, the 4 train on the Jerome Avenue Line, and Metro-North at Fordham Station provide multiple transit options. The New York Botanical Garden's 250 acres and the Bronx Zoo border the neighborhood, and Fordham University's Gothic campus occupies the historic Rose Hill Manor at its center.

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Transit Access

Clinton Hill

No subway data available

Fordham

No subway data available

Active Listings

Clinton Hill for sale

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Fordham 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 is refreshed every 15 minutes per REBNY IDX requirements.

Clinton Hill vs Fordham: Home Price Resilience 2008-2020

From the 2008 financial crisis through the 2020 pandemic, the NYC metro Case-Shiller composite fell about 25% peak-to-trough between 2007 and 2012, then fully recovered by 2017 and gained another 15% through Q1 2020. Clinton Hill and Fordham both tracked this broader NYC arc, with annual closing volume contracting sharply in 2009 and again in Q2 2020 before normalizing.

Outer-borough submarkets including Clinton Hill and Fordham generally tracked the broader NYC metro pattern of a 20% to 25% peak-to-trough decline before fully recovering by 2017 and posting further gains through early 2020.

Source: Per Case-Shiller Home Price Index, NYC metro subset, 2008-2020, cross-referenced with StreetEasy historical price data series.

Metric (2026)Clinton HillFordham
Median Sale Price$900,000$662,107
Median Rent$4,200/mo$2,014.5/mo
Year-over-Year Price Change-23.5%0.0%
Average Days on Market45.5 days0 days
Distance to Nearest SubwayN/AN/A

Table values reflect current 2026 market conditions. Historical 2008-2020 commentary is sourced from Case-Shiller NYC metro composite and StreetEasy historical series.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clinton Hill cheaper than Fordham?
Fordham is more affordable, with a median sale price of $662,107 vs $900,000 in Clinton Hill. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Clinton Hill or Fordham?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Clinton Hill or Fordham?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Clinton Hill and Fordham 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 Clinton Hill or Fordham?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Clinton Hill and Fordham 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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