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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bergen Beach vs Forest Hills

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

Brooklyn|Queens

Bergen Beach

Brooklyn

Forest Hills

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Forest Hills has the lower median sale price at $615K vs $825K in Bergen Beach.

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

Median Sale Price
$825K
$615K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
33
348
Avg Days on Market
152.5 days
69.5 days
YoY Price Change
-3.5%
+57.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
47

Detailed Comparison

MetricBergen BeachForest Hills
Median Sale Price$825,000$615,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$814,600
Median Co-op PriceN/A$400,000
Median Rent$3,300$2,977.5
Active Listings33348
Rental Inventory6228
Days on Market152.569.5
Price Cut Share9.1%12.4%
Monthly Sales Volume547
YoY Price Change-3.5%+57.9%
YoY Rent Change+17.9%+14.5%
YoY Inventory Change+32.0%+15.6%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bergen Beach moved -3.5% over the past year, compared to +57.9% in Forest Hills. Forest Hills is seeing price appreciation while Bergen Beach has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Bergen Beach

Bergen Beach occupies a low peninsula in southeastern Brooklyn, nearly surrounded by water, featuring postwar brick and stucco single-family homes with driveways, front lawns, and a distinctly suburban layout built on reclaimed tidal flats during the 1950s and 1960s. The nearest subway is the L train at Canarsie-Rockaway Parkway, about 1.5 miles north. Waterfront parks and restored marshlands along the Paerdegat Basin and Jamaica Bay shoreline provide green space and kayaking access.

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Forest Hills

Forest Hills is a sought-after and architecturally distinctive Queens neighborhood known for its lush greenery and exceptional architecture. The area is famous for Forest Hills Gardens, a private community featuring stunning Tudor-style homes and winding streets. The broader neighborhood offers a mix of grand pre-war cooperatives, modern luxury condominiums, and the popular shopping and dining destination of Austin Street, providing a suburban feel within the city limits.

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Transit Access

Bergen Beach

No subway data available

Forest Hills

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bergen Beach for sale

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Forest Hills 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 Bergen Beach cheaper than Forest Hills?
Forest Hills is more affordable, with a median sale price of $615,000 vs $825,000 in Bergen Beach. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Bergen Beach or Forest Hills?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Bergen Beach or Forest Hills?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bergen Beach and Forest Hills 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 Bergen Beach or Forest Hills?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Bergen Beach and Forest Hills 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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