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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Gravesend vs Midwood

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Gravesend

Brooklyn

Midwood

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Gravesend has the lower median sale price at $975K vs $1.2M in Midwood.

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

Median Sale Price
$975K
$1.2M
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
165
171
Avg Days on Market
56 days
79 days
YoY Price Change
-5.1%
+37.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
29
35

Detailed Comparison

MetricGravesendMidwood
Median Sale Price$975,000$1,160,000
Median Condo Price$667,500$560,000
Median Co-op Price$357,500$377,500
Median Rent$3,075$2,790
Active Listings165171
Rental Inventory76182
Days on Market5679
Price Cut Share9.7%15.8%
Monthly Sales Volume2935
YoY Price Change-5.1%+37.3%
YoY Rent Change+4.3%+5.3%
YoY Inventory Change+1.9%+14.8%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Gravesend moved -5.1% over the past year, compared to +37.3% in Midwood. Midwood 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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Midwood

Midwood, in Brooklyn, features the Fiske Terrace-Midwood Park Historic District, preserving over 250 early 20th-century homes. Architecture showcases Colonial Revival, Queen Anne, and Craftsman styles across the residential streets. This area is served by major transit lines and is anchored by mature, tree-lined park space.

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Transit Access

Gravesend

No subway data available

Midwood

No subway data available

Active Listings

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 Gravesend cheaper than Midwood?
Yes, Gravesend has a lower median sale price at $975,000 compared to $1,160,000 in Midwood 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, Gravesend or Midwood?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Gravesend or Midwood?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Gravesend and Midwood 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 Midwood?
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 Midwood 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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