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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Fresh Meadows vs Kingsbridge

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

Queens|Bronx

Fresh Meadows

Queens

Kingsbridge

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Kingsbridge has the lower median sale price at $340K vs $975K in Fresh Meadows.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Kingsbridge, which is served by 1 subway line compared to 0 in Fresh Meadows.

Median Sale Price
$975K
$340K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
2
24
Avg Days on Market
0 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
+16.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
3

Detailed Comparison

MetricFresh MeadowsKingsbridge
Median Sale Price$974,500$340,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/A$251,111.5
Median Rent$2,490$2,595
Active Listings224
Rental Inventory4538
Days on Market00
Price Cut Share6.7%16.7%
Monthly Sales Volume53
YoY Price Change0.0%+16.8%
YoY Rent Change-4.2%+1.6%
YoY Inventory Change-50.0%+33.3%
Subway LinesN/A1

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Fresh Meadows moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to +16.8% in Kingsbridge. The +16.8% gain in Kingsbridge reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Fresh Meadows

Fresh Meadows is a planned residential Queens neighborhood originally developed in the late 1940s as garden-apartment complexes with landscaped grounds, along with Cape Cod and Colonial single-family homes on curved streets. The Q65 and Q17 buses connect to the Flushing 7 train, and the QM1 express bus runs to Midtown Manhattan. Cunningham Park, a 358-acre green space with hiking trails and sports fields, borders the east side.

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Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge is a hilly Bronx neighborhood of prewar apartment buildings, Art Deco co-ops, and two-family homes along the ridge between Broadway and the Major Deegan Expressway. The 1 train at 231st Street and the Metro-North at Marble Hill provide transit to Manhattan. Van Cortlandt Park, the third-largest park in the city, borders the neighborhood to the north with hiking trails and sports facilities.

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Transit Access

Fresh Meadows

No subway data available

Kingsbridge

1

215 St (1) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

Fresh Meadows for sale

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Kingsbridge 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 Fresh Meadows cheaper than Kingsbridge?
Kingsbridge is more affordable, with a median sale price of $340,000 vs $974,500 in Fresh Meadows. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Fresh Meadows or Kingsbridge?
Fresh Meadows has access to 0 subway lines and Kingsbridge has 1, making Kingsbridge the stronger option for transit access. Fresh Meadows has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Fresh Meadows or Kingsbridge?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Fresh Meadows and Kingsbridge 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 Fresh Meadows or Kingsbridge?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Fresh Meadows and Kingsbridge 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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