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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Gravesend vs Morningside Heights

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

Brooklyn|Manhattan

Gravesend

Brooklyn

Morningside Heights

Manhattan

How They Compare

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

Commuters have more transit options in Morningside Heights, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 0 in Gravesend.

Median Sale Price
$975K
$975K
Median Rent
$3K
$4K
Active Listings
165
80
Avg Days on Market
56 days
35 days
YoY Price Change
-5.1%
+4.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
29
9

Detailed Comparison

MetricGravesendMorningside Heights
Median Sale Price$975,000$975,000
Median Condo Price$667,500$1,712,500
Median Co-op Price$357,500$655,000
Median Rent$3,075$4,425
Active Listings16580
Rental Inventory76100
Days on Market5635
Price Cut Share9.7%10.0%
Monthly Sales Volume299
YoY Price Change-5.1%+4.8%
YoY Rent Change+4.3%+2.4%
YoY Inventory Change+1.9%-14.9%
Subway LinesN/A1 A B C D

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Gravesend moved -5.1% over the past year, compared to +4.8% in Morningside Heights. Morningside Heights 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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Morningside Heights

Morningside Heights is often referred to as the 'Academic Acropolis' of New York, home to Columbia University and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Perched on a plateau between Riverside and Morningside Parks, the neighborhood offers a scholarly and serene atmosphere. The real estate market is dominated by grand pre-war cooperatives with high ceilings and classic details, catering to those who appreciate historic architecture and green space.

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Transit Access

Gravesend

No subway data available

Morningside Heights

1ABCD

116 St-Columbia University (1) — 0.2 mi

125 St (1 A B C D) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

Gravesend for sale

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Morningside Heights 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 Morningside Heights?
Gravesend and Morningside Heights are currently priced similarly, both at a median sale price of $975,000. Budget constraints will matter less than property type preference and building specifics.
Which has better transit, Gravesend or Morningside Heights?
Gravesend has access to 0 subway lines and Morningside Heights has 5, making Morningside Heights the stronger option for transit access. Gravesend has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Gravesend or Morningside Heights?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Gravesend and Morningside Heights 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 Morningside Heights?
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 Morningside Heights 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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