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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

College Point vs Glendale

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

Queens|Queens

College Point

Queens

Glendale

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Glendale has the lower median sale price at $799K vs $965K in College Point.

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

Median Sale Price
$965K
$799K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
20
34
Avg Days on Market
0 days
67 days
YoY Price Change
+9.7%
-8.4%
Monthly Sales Volume
11
3

Detailed Comparison

MetricCollege PointGlendale
Median Sale Price$965,000$799,100
Median Condo Price$397,730N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,800$2,875
Active Listings2034
Rental Inventory752
Days on Market067
Price Cut Share7.4%17.6%
Monthly Sales Volume113
YoY Price Change+9.7%-8.4%
YoY Rent Change+10.9%+9.5%
YoY Inventory Change+25.0%+70.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in College Point moved +9.7% over the past year, compared to -8.4% in Glendale. College Point is seeing price appreciation while Glendale has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

College Point

College Point is a waterfront Queens neighborhood of single-family homes, two-family brick houses, and garden-apartment complexes along Flushing Bay. The neighborhood is connected by bus to the Flushing 7 train terminus and is bordered by a large commercial retail center along 20th Avenue. MacNeil Park on the waterfront offers views across to the Whitestone Bridge.

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Glendale

Glendale is a residential Queens neighborhood of one- and two-family frame and brick homes built from the 1920s through the 1950s, with scattered multi-family buildings along the commercial corridors. The M train at Fresh Pond Road provides direct subway service, and local buses connect to the LIRR at Woodhaven. The Ridgewood Reservoir in Highland Park offers walking trails along the neighborhood border.

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Transit Access

College Point

No subway data available

Glendale

No subway data available

Active Listings

College Point for sale

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Glendale 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 College Point cheaper than Glendale?
Glendale is more affordable, with a median sale price of $799,100 vs $965,000 in College Point. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, College Point or Glendale?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, College Point or Glendale?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. College Point and Glendale 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 College Point or Glendale?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both College Point and Glendale 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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