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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Battery Park City vs Kensington

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

Manhattan|Brooklyn

Battery Park City

Manhattan

Kensington

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Battery Park City has the lower median sale price at $815K vs $1.6M in Kensington.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Battery Park City, which is served by 9 subway lines compared to 0 in Kensington.

Median Sale Price
$815K
$1.6M
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
117
89
Avg Days on Market
79 days
59 days
YoY Price Change
-38.0%
+198.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
14
4

Detailed Comparison

MetricBattery Park CityKensington
Median Sale Price$815,000$1,550,000
Median Condo Price$670,000$537,104.5
Median Co-op Price$2,038,605.5$400,000
Median Rent$5,355$2,825
Active Listings11789
Rental Inventory15978
Days on Market7959
Price Cut Share10.3%5.6%
Monthly Sales Volume144
YoY Price Change-38.0%+198.1%
YoY Rent Change+7.2%+8.7%
YoY Inventory Change+9.3%+25.4%
Subway Lines1 2 3 4 5 J R W ZN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Battery Park City moved -38.0% over the past year, compared to +198.1% in Kensington. Kensington is seeing price appreciation while Battery Park City has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Battery Park City

Battery Park City is a meticulously planned residential development at the southern tip of Manhattan. Surrounded by the Hudson River and over 30 acres of manicured parks, it offers a low-traffic, suburban feel within the city. The neighborhood is known for its commitment to green building standards and features a range of luxury condominiums and cooperatives that offer breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty and the New York Harbor.

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Kensington

Kensington is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood bordered by Prospect Park to the north and the landmarked Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, with Ocean Parkway running through its center as one of the borough's signature tree-lined boulevards. The housing stock includes brick rowhouses, prewar co-op apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway and Coney Island Avenue, and detached Victorian homes on the side streets, served by the F and G trains at Fort Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue. The B and Q express trains are accessible within a short walk, providing a 30-to-35-minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.

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Transit Access

Battery Park City

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Rector St (1 R W) — 0.1 mi

Bowling Green (4 5) — 0.2 mi

Wall St (2 3 4 5) — 0.2 mi

Broad St (J Z) — 0.3 mi

Whitehall St-South Ferry (R W) — 0.3 mi

Kensington

No subway data available

Active Listings

Battery Park City for sale

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Kensington 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 Battery Park City cheaper than Kensington?
Yes, Battery Park City has a lower median sale price at $815,000 compared to $1,550,000 in Kensington 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, Battery Park City or Kensington?
Battery Park City has access to 9 subway lines and Kensington has 0, making Battery Park City the stronger option for transit access. Kensington has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Battery Park City or Kensington?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Battery Park City and Kensington 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 Battery Park City or Kensington?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Battery Park City and Kensington 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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