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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Gerritsen Beach vs Longwood

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

Brooklyn|Bronx

Gerritsen Beach

Brooklyn

Longwood

Bronx

Median Sale Price
$560K
$0
Median Rent
$0
$2K
Active Listings
18
1
Avg Days on Market
0 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
1
3

Detailed Comparison

MetricGerritsen BeachLongwood
Median Sale Price$560,000$0
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$0$2,000
Active Listings181
Rental Inventory21
Days on Market00
Price Cut Share22.2%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume13
YoY Price Change0.0%0.0%
YoY Rent Change0.0%+28.0%
YoY Inventory Change+100.0%-80.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Both Gerritsen Beach and Longwood saw prices shift 0.0% over the past year. Comparable year-over-year movement suggests both markets are tracking similar citywide conditions.

Neighborhood Profiles

Gerritsen Beach

Gerritsen Beach is a waterfront neighborhood on Jamaica Bay featuring compact frame bungalows, two-story cottages, and brick homes, many with private boat docks along Gerritsen Creek and the Gotham Avenue Canal. The neighborhood maintains its coastal character with narrow streets, and residents access Manhattan via the B31 and B44 buses connecting to nearby subway lines.

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Longwood

Longwood's Landmarks-designated Historic District preserves neo-Renaissance and Romanesque Revival rowhouses along Beck Street, Kelly Street, and East 156th Street, built between 1895 and 1910 by architect Warren C. Dickerson. The 2, 5, and 6 trains provide subway access along Southern Boulevard and nearby stations, with St. Mary's Park anchoring the neighborhood's southern edge.

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Transit Access

Gerritsen Beach

No subway data available

Longwood

No subway data available

Active Listings

Gerritsen Beach for sale

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Longwood 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 Gerritsen Beach cheaper than Longwood?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Gerritsen Beach or Longwood?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Gerritsen Beach or Longwood?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Gerritsen Beach and Longwood 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 Gerritsen Beach or Longwood?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Gerritsen Beach and Longwood 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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