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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Fort Greene vs Jamaica Hills

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

Brooklyn|Queens

Fort Greene

Brooklyn

Jamaica Hills

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Jamaica Hills has the lower median sale price at $456K vs $1.8M in Fort Greene.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Fort Greene, which is served by 4 subway lines compared to 0 in Jamaica Hills.

Median Sale Price
$1.8M
$456K
Median Rent
$5K
$2K
Active Listings
35
8
Avg Days on Market
38.5 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+107.6%
-35.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
2

Detailed Comparison

MetricFort GreeneJamaica Hills
Median Sale Price$1,784,937$455,667
Median Condo Price$1,374,500N/A
Median Co-op Price$438,001N/A
Median Rent$4,621$1,939.5
Active Listings358
Rental Inventory32610
Days on Market38.50
Price Cut Share5.7%16.7%
Monthly Sales Volume52
YoY Price Change+107.6%-35.8%
YoY Rent Change+10.0%+0.8%
YoY Inventory Change+20.7%-33.3%
Subway LinesA C F RN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Fort Greene moved +107.6% over the past year, compared to -35.8% in Jamaica Hills. Fort Greene is seeing price appreciation while Jamaica Hills has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Fort Greene

Fort Greene is an architecturally striking neighborhood centered around the beautiful Fort Greene Park. Home to the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), the area is a hub for the arts and creative expression. The real estate market is remarkably varied, featuring some of Brooklyn's most impressive historic brownstones, stately cooperatives, and sleek new construction towers that offer sweeping views of the borough and Manhattan.

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Jamaica Hills

Jamaica Hills is a hilly Queens neighborhood of brick single-family homes, attached row houses, and garden-apartment co-ops set on winding residential streets. The F train at Parsons Boulevard provides subway service, and multiple bus routes connect to Jamaica Center and the LIRR. The neighborhood sits on elevated terrain offering partial skyline views from upper floors.

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Transit Access

Fort Greene

ACFR

Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.7 mi

Jamaica Hills

No subway data available

Active Listings

Fort Greene for sale

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Jamaica 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 Fort Greene cheaper than Jamaica Hills?
Jamaica Hills is more affordable, with a median sale price of $455,667 vs $1,784,937 in Fort Greene. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Fort Greene or Jamaica Hills?
Fort Greene has access to 4 subway lines and Jamaica Hills has 0, making Fort Greene the stronger option for transit access. Jamaica Hills has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Fort Greene or Jamaica Hills?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Fort Greene and Jamaica 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 Fort Greene or Jamaica 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 Fort Greene and Jamaica 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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