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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Fort Greene vs Long Island City

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

Brooklyn|Queens

Fort Greene

Brooklyn

Long Island City

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Long Island City has the lower median sale price at $1.2M vs $1.8M in Fort Greene.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Long Island City, which is served by 7 subway lines compared to 4 in Fort Greene.

Median Sale Price
$1.8M
$1.2M
Median Rent
$5K
$5K
Active Listings
35
252
Avg Days on Market
38.5 days
104.5 days
YoY Price Change
+107.6%
+38.6%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
8

Detailed Comparison

MetricFort GreeneLong Island City
Median Sale Price$1,784,937$1,237,500
Median Condo Price$1,374,500$1,124,830
Median Co-op Price$438,001N/A
Median Rent$4,621$4,500
Active Listings35252
Rental Inventory326942
Days on Market38.5104.5
Price Cut Share5.7%7.5%
Monthly Sales Volume58
YoY Price Change+107.6%+38.6%
YoY Rent Change+10.0%+3.4%
YoY Inventory Change+20.7%+56.5%
Subway LinesA C F R7 E G M N R W

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Fort Greene moved +107.6% over the past year, compared to +38.6% in Long Island City. The +107.6% gain in Fort Greene reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that 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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Long Island City

Long Island City sits directly across the East River from Midtown Manhattan, reachable in one stop on the 7 train. LIC has added more than 12,000 residential units since 2015, transforming former industrial blocks into a corridor of glass-tower condos, converted loft co-ops, and rental high-rises along the waterfront. Gantry Plaza State Park, MoMA PS1, and the Hunters Point Library anchor the neighborhood’s cultural identity. Median condo prices run roughly 30-40% below comparable Manhattan waterfront units, drawing both first-time buyers and investors looking for appreciation in one of the city’s highest-growth zip codes.

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Transit Access

Fort Greene

ACFR

Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.7 mi

Long Island City

7EGMNRW

Hunters Point Av (7) — 0.2 mi

Court Sq (7 E G M) — 0.2 mi

Long Island City (E G M R) — 0.6 mi

Queensboro Plaza (7 N W) — 0.6 mi

Active Listings

Fort Greene for sale

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Long Island City 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 Long Island City?
Long Island City is more affordable, with a median sale price of $1,237,500 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 Long Island City?
Fort Greene has access to 4 subway lines and Long Island City has 7, making Long Island City the stronger option for transit access. Fort Greene has 4 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Fort Greene or Long Island City?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Fort Greene and Long Island City 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 Long Island City?
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 Long Island City 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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