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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Concourse vs Kensington

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

Bronx|Brooklyn

Concourse

Bronx

Kensington

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Concourse has the lower median sale price at $633K vs $1.6M in Kensington.

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

Median Sale Price
$633K
$1.6M
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
56
89
Avg Days on Market
46.5 days
59 days
YoY Price Change
+62.2%
+198.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
7
4

Detailed Comparison

MetricConcourseKensington
Median Sale Price$632,500$1,550,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$537,104.5
Median Co-op Price$190,000$400,000
Median Rent$2,057$2,825
Active Listings5689
Rental Inventory5678
Days on Market46.559
Price Cut Share1.8%5.6%
Monthly Sales Volume74
YoY Price Change+62.2%+198.1%
YoY Rent Change-16.0%+8.7%
YoY Inventory Change+30.2%+25.4%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Concourse moved +62.2% over the past year, compared to +198.1% in Kensington. The +198.1% gain in Kensington reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Concourse

The Concourse neighborhood centers on the Grand Concourse, a 5.2-mile Parisian-inspired boulevard lined with the largest collection of Art Deco and Art Moderne apartment buildings in the United States. Five- and six-story prewar co-ops with wide entrance courtyards and ornamental facades define the streetscape, complemented by postwar mid-rises. The B and D trains run beneath the Grand Concourse, with the 4 and 5 trains at 149th Street-Grand Concourse, all providing express service to Manhattan.

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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

Concourse

No subway data available

Kensington

No subway data available

Active Listings

Concourse 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 Concourse cheaper than Kensington?
Yes, Concourse has a lower median sale price at $632,500 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, Concourse or Kensington?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Concourse or Kensington?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Concourse 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 Concourse 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 Concourse 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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