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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bedford-Stuyvesant vs Long Island City

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

Brooklyn|Queens

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Brooklyn

Long Island City

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Bedford-Stuyvesant has the lower median sale price at $1.1M vs $1.2M in Long Island City.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Long Island City, which is served by 7 subway lines compared to 0 in Bedford-Stuyvesant.

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$1.2M
Median Rent
$3K
$5K
Active Listings
238
252
Avg Days on Market
64 days
104.5 days
YoY Price Change
-14.0%
+38.6%
Monthly Sales Volume
51
8

Detailed Comparison

MetricBedford-StuyvesantLong Island City
Median Sale Price$1,112,800$1,237,500
Median Condo Price$1,210,000$1,124,830
Median Co-op Price$152,500N/A
Median Rent$3,395$4,500
Active Listings238252
Rental Inventory1340942
Days on Market64104.5
Price Cut Share13.9%7.5%
Monthly Sales Volume518
YoY Price Change-14.0%+38.6%
YoY Rent Change+6.1%+3.4%
YoY Inventory Change+11.2%+56.5%
Subway LinesN/A7 E G M N R W

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bedford-Stuyvesant moved -14.0% over the past year, compared to +38.6% in Long Island City. Long Island City is seeing price appreciation while Bedford-Stuyvesant has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Bedford-Stuyvesant

Bedford/Stuyvesant, in Brooklyn, features a mix of traditional brownstone row houses and mid-rise apartment buildings. Local amenities include proximity to major parks and robust access via subway lines, such as the L and J/Z trains. The area retains much of its historic architecture alongside newer residential developments.

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Long Island City

Long Island City sits directly across the East River from Midtown Manhattan, reachable in one stop on the 7 train. LIC has added more than 12,000 residential units since 2015, transforming former industrial blocks into a corridor of glass-tower condos, converted loft co-ops, and rental high-rises along the waterfront. Gantry Plaza State Park, MoMA PS1, and the Hunters Point Library anchor the neighborhood’s cultural identity. Median condo prices run roughly 30-40% below comparable Manhattan waterfront units, drawing both first-time buyers and investors looking for appreciation in one of the city’s highest-growth zip codes.

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Transit Access

Bedford-Stuyvesant

No subway data available

Long Island City

7EGMNRW

Hunters Point Av (7) — 0.2 mi

Court Sq (7 E G M) — 0.2 mi

Long Island City (E G M R) — 0.6 mi

Queensboro Plaza (7 N W) — 0.6 mi

Active Listings

Bedford-Stuyvesant for sale

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Long Island City 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 Bedford-Stuyvesant cheaper than Long Island City?
Yes, Bedford-Stuyvesant has a lower median sale price at $1,112,800 compared to $1,237,500 in Long Island City 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, Bedford-Stuyvesant or Long Island City?
Bedford-Stuyvesant has access to 0 subway lines and Long Island City has 7, making Long Island City the stronger option for transit access. Bedford-Stuyvesant has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Bedford-Stuyvesant or Long Island City?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bedford-Stuyvesant and Long Island City 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 Bedford-Stuyvesant or Long Island City?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Bedford-Stuyvesant and Long Island City 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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