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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Gravesend vs Midtown South

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

Brooklyn|Manhattan

Gravesend

Brooklyn

Midtown South

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Midtown South has the lower median sale price at $850K vs $975K in Gravesend.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Midtown South, which is served by 16 subway lines compared to 0 in Gravesend.

Median Sale Price
$975K
$850K
Median Rent
$3K
$5K
Active Listings
165
69
Avg Days on Market
56 days
48 days
YoY Price Change
-5.1%
+0.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
29
4

Detailed Comparison

MetricGravesendMidtown South
Median Sale Price$975,000$850,000
Median Condo Price$667,500$2,760,000
Median Co-op Price$357,500$610,000
Median Rent$3,075$5,100
Active Listings16569
Rental Inventory76208
Days on Market5648
Price Cut Share9.7%8.7%
Monthly Sales Volume294
YoY Price Change-5.1%+0.2%
YoY Rent Change+4.3%+5.2%
YoY Inventory Change+1.9%+4.5%
Subway LinesN/A1 2 3 7 A B C D E F M N Q R S W

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Gravesend moved -5.1% over the past year, compared to +0.2% in Midtown South. Midtown South is seeing price appreciation while Gravesend has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Gravesend

Gravesend offers a broad housing mix including semi-detached single-family homes, postwar co-op towers, and newly constructed boutique condominiums spread across a grid of low-traffic residential streets in southern Brooklyn. The D, F, and N subway lines serve the neighborhood at multiple stations along Kings Highway and Avenue U, connecting to Midtown Manhattan in about 45 minutes. Calvert Vaux Park provides 73 acres of green space and waterfront access along Coney Island Creek.

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Midtown South

Midtown South encompasses the blocks around the Flatiron Building and Madison Square Park, featuring converted loft-style condos, Beaux-Arts co-ops, and Art Deco apartment buildings alongside new residential towers. The R and W trains at 23rd Street, the 6 train on Park Avenue South, and the F and M trains on Sixth Avenue provide extensive subway coverage.

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Transit Access

Gravesend

No subway data available

Midtown South

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34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.3 mi

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.5 mi

42 St-Port Authority (A C E) — 0.7 mi

Times Sq-42 St (1 2 3 7 N Q R S W) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

Gravesend for sale

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Midtown South 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 Gravesend cheaper than Midtown South?
Midtown South is more affordable, with a median sale price of $850,000 vs $975,000 in Gravesend. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Gravesend or Midtown South?
Gravesend has access to 0 subway lines and Midtown South has 16, making Midtown South the stronger option for transit access. Gravesend has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Gravesend or Midtown South?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Gravesend and Midtown South 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 Gravesend or Midtown South?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Gravesend and Midtown South 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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