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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bushwick vs Gravesend

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Bushwick

Brooklyn

Gravesend

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Bushwick has the lower median sale price at $905K vs $975K in Gravesend.

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

Median Sale Price
$905K
$975K
Median Rent
$4K
$3K
Active Listings
181
165
Avg Days on Market
87 days
56 days
YoY Price Change
+4.6%
-5.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
18
29

Detailed Comparison

MetricBushwickGravesend
Median Sale Price$905,000$975,000
Median Condo Price$657,500$667,500
Median Co-op PriceN/A$357,500
Median Rent$3,500$3,075
Active Listings181165
Rental Inventory116976
Days on Market8756
Price Cut Share3.9%9.7%
Monthly Sales Volume1829
YoY Price Change+4.6%-5.1%
YoY Rent Change+3.0%+4.3%
YoY Inventory Change+35.1%+1.9%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bushwick moved +4.6% over the past year, compared to -5.1% in Gravesend. Bushwick is seeing price appreciation while Gravesend has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Bushwick

Bushwick has emerged as Brooklyn's premier creative frontier, known for its world-class street art, eclectic nightlife, and industrial-chic vibe. The neighborhood offers a wide range of housing options, from converted warehouse lofts that appeal to artists and professionals to traditional multi-family townhouses. Recent years have seen a surge in boutique new construction condominiums, making it a top destination for those seeking a dynamic and evolving urban environment.

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Gravesend

Gravesend offers a broad housing mix including semi-detached single-family homes, postwar co-op towers, and newly constructed boutique condominiums spread across a grid of low-traffic residential streets in southern Brooklyn. The D, F, and N subway lines serve the neighborhood at multiple stations along Kings Highway and Avenue U, connecting to Midtown Manhattan in about 45 minutes. Calvert Vaux Park provides 73 acres of green space and waterfront access along Coney Island Creek.

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Transit Access

Bushwick

No subway data available

Gravesend

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bushwick for sale

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Gravesend 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 Bushwick cheaper than Gravesend?
Yes, Bushwick has a lower median sale price at $905,000 compared to $975,000 in Gravesend as of the most recent market data. Co-op and condo prices within each neighborhood can vary significantly, so the right fit depends on property type and building.
Which has better transit, Bushwick or Gravesend?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Bushwick or Gravesend?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bushwick and Gravesend 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 Bushwick or Gravesend?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Bushwick and Gravesend 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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