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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Gravesend vs Jamaica

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

Brooklyn|Queens

Gravesend

Brooklyn

Jamaica

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Jamaica has the lower median sale price at $548K vs $975K in Gravesend.

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

Median Sale Price
$975K
$548K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
165
26
Avg Days on Market
56 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-5.1%
+4.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
29
12

Detailed Comparison

MetricGravesendJamaica
Median Sale Price$975,000$547,500
Median Condo Price$667,500N/A
Median Co-op Price$357,500N/A
Median Rent$3,075$2,840
Active Listings16526
Rental Inventory76255
Days on Market560
Price Cut Share9.7%3.8%
Monthly Sales Volume2912
YoY Price Change-5.1%+4.3%
YoY Rent Change+4.3%-9.1%
YoY Inventory Change+1.9%+44.4%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Gravesend moved -5.1% over the past year, compared to +4.3% in Jamaica. Jamaica is seeing price appreciation while Gravesend has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

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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Jamaica

Jamaica is a major commercial and transportation hub in central Queens, featuring a mix of prewar apartment buildings, new construction condominiums, and single-family homes radiating from the Jamaica Center transit hub. The E/J/Z trains, LIRR Jamaica station, and AirTrain JFK converge here, making it one of the best-connected neighborhoods in the city. The downtown area is undergoing significant new residential and commercial development.

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Transit Access

Gravesend

No subway data available

Jamaica

No subway data available

Active Listings

Gravesend for sale

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Jamaica 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 Gravesend cheaper than Jamaica?
Jamaica is more affordable, with a median sale price of $547,500 vs $975,000 in Gravesend. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Gravesend or Jamaica?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Gravesend or Jamaica?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Gravesend and Jamaica 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 Gravesend or Jamaica?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Gravesend and Jamaica 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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