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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Greenwood vs Prospect Heights

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Greenwood

Brooklyn

Prospect Heights

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Greenwood has the lower median sale price at $1.3M vs $1.7M in Prospect Heights.

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$1.7M
Median Rent
$3K
$5K
Active Listings
57
44
Avg Days on Market
85 days
35 days
YoY Price Change
+42.9%
+3.4%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
6

Detailed Comparison

MetricGreenwoodProspect Heights
Median Sale Price$1,282,500$1,662,500
Median Condo Price$835,000$1,757,500
Median Co-op PriceN/A$954,000
Median Rent$3,499$4,525
Active Listings5744
Rental Inventory173132
Days on Market8535
Price Cut Share8.8%2.3%
Monthly Sales Volume56
YoY Price Change+42.9%+3.4%
YoY Rent Change+5.6%+13.1%
YoY Inventory Change+21.3%-6.4%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Greenwood moved +42.9% over the past year, compared to +3.4% in Prospect Heights. The +42.9% gain in Greenwood reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Greenwood

Greenwood is a Brooklyn neighborhood of brick row houses, walk-up apartment buildings, and new condominium developments surrounding the historic 478-acre Green-Wood Cemetery. The R train at 25th Street provides subway service, and the D train at 36th Street is accessible at the southern border. Green-Wood Cemetery, a National Historic Landmark with rolling hills and 19th-century monuments, is the neighborhood's defining landscape feature.

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Prospect Heights

Prospect Heights is a compact Brooklyn neighborhood anchored by the Brooklyn Public Library, Grand Army Plaza, Prospect Park, and the Brooklyn Museum. The real estate market features historic brownstones, pre-war cooperatives, and new developments like Pacific Park, with 2/3/B/Q/4 train service.

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Transit Access

Greenwood

No subway data available

Prospect Heights

No subway data available

Active Listings

Greenwood 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 Greenwood cheaper than Prospect Heights?
Yes, Greenwood has a lower median sale price at $1,282,500 compared to $1,662,500 in Prospect Heights 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, Greenwood or Prospect Heights?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Greenwood or Prospect Heights?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Greenwood and Prospect 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 Greenwood or Prospect 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 Greenwood and Prospect 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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