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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bath Beach vs Morris Heights

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

Brooklyn|Bronx

Bath Beach

Brooklyn

Morris Heights

Bronx

How They Compare

Commuters have more transit options in Morris Heights, which is served by 1 subway line compared to 0 in Bath Beach.

Median Sale Price
$854K
$0
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
37
7
Avg Days on Market
45 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-20.2%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
8
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricBath BeachMorris Heights
Median Sale Price$854,000$0
Median Condo Price$498,888N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,150$2,550
Active Listings377
Rental Inventory2416
Days on Market450
Price Cut Share21.6%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume81
YoY Price Change-20.2%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+13.5%+15.9%
YoY Inventory Change-9.8%+250.0%
Subway LinesN/A1

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bath Beach moved -20.2% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in Morris Heights. Both markets have seen price softening, with Bath Beach declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Bath Beach

Bath Beach sits on Brooklyn's southwestern shore along Gravesend Bay, featuring a mix of one- and two-family brick and frame houses, attached rowhouses, and small apartment buildings on a low-traffic residential grid. The D train serves the neighborhood via the BMT West End Line with stations at 18th Avenue, 20th Avenue, Bay Parkway, and 25th Avenue. Calvert Vaux Park and the Shore Parkway promenade provide waterfront access, while Dyker Beach Park offers an 18-hole public golf course.

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Morris Heights

Morris Heights sits along the Harlem River in the western Bronx, featuring five- and six-story Art Deco and neo-Renaissance apartment buildings along Sedgwick and University Avenues, many with decorative facades and interior courtyards. The 4 train runs along Jerome Avenue, connecting residents directly to Midtown Manhattan. Roberto Clemente State Park anchors the waterfront with 25 acres of athletic fields and a promenade.

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Transit Access

Bath Beach

No subway data available

Morris Heights

1

181 St (1) — 0.5 mi

191 St (1) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

Bath Beach for sale

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Morris Heights 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 Bath Beach cheaper than Morris Heights?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Bath Beach or Morris Heights?
Bath Beach has access to 0 subway lines and Morris Heights has 1, making Morris Heights the stronger option for transit access. Bath Beach has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Bath Beach or Morris Heights?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bath Beach and Morris Heights 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 Bath Beach or Morris Heights?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Bath Beach and Morris Heights 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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