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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Carroll Gardens vs Gravesend

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Carroll Gardens

Brooklyn

Gravesend

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Gravesend has the lower median sale price at $975K vs $2.8M in Carroll Gardens.

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

Median Sale Price
$2.8M
$975K
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
39
165
Avg Days on Market
31.5 days
56 days
YoY Price Change
+28.8%
-5.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
8
29

Detailed Comparison

MetricCarroll GardensGravesend
Median Sale Price$2,775,000$975,000
Median Condo Price$2,064,000$667,500
Median Co-op PriceN/A$357,500
Median Rent$4,997.5$3,075
Active Listings39165
Rental Inventory11276
Days on Market31.556
Price Cut Share5.1%9.7%
Monthly Sales Volume829
YoY Price Change+28.8%-5.1%
YoY Rent Change+11.1%+4.3%
YoY Inventory Change-4.9%+1.9%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Carroll Gardens moved +28.8% over the past year, compared to -5.1% in Gravesend. Carroll Gardens is seeing price appreciation while Gravesend has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Carroll Gardens

Carroll Gardens is defined by its deep front gardens and long-standing bakeries and restaurants along Court and Smith Streets. The real estate market features wide historic brownstones alongside new construction condominiums that maintain the low-rise building scale.

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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

Carroll Gardens

No subway data available

Gravesend

No subway data available

Active Listings

Carroll Gardens 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 Carroll Gardens cheaper than Gravesend?
Gravesend is more affordable, with a median sale price of $975,000 vs $2,775,000 in Carroll Gardens. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Carroll Gardens or Gravesend?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Carroll Gardens or Gravesend?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Carroll Gardens 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 Carroll Gardens 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 Carroll Gardens 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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