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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Columbia St Waterfront District vs Morris Heights

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

Brooklyn|Bronx

Columbia St Waterfront District

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 Columbia St Waterfront District.

Median Sale Price
$1.4M
$0
Median Rent
$4K
$3K
Active Listings
14
7
Avg Days on Market
116 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
2
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricColumbia St Waterfront DistrictMorris Heights
Median Sale Price$1,430,000$0
Median Condo Price$971,000N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$4,000$2,550
Active Listings147
Rental Inventory2316
Days on Market1160
Price Cut Share7.1%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume21
YoY Price Change0.0%0.0%
YoY Rent Change-9.6%+15.9%
YoY Inventory Change-6.7%+250.0%
Subway LinesN/A1

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Both Columbia St Waterfront District and Morris Heights saw prices shift 0.0% over the past year. Comparable year-over-year movement suggests both markets are tracking similar citywide conditions.

Neighborhood Profiles

Columbia St Waterfront District

The Columbia Street Waterfront District is a narrow Brooklyn neighborhood stretching along the Upper New York Bay between Carroll Gardens and Red Hook. The housing stock includes converted industrial lofts, brownstone row houses, and new condominium buildings with waterfront views. The F/G trains at Carroll Street and Bergen Street stations serve the eastern edge, and the neighborhood offers direct views of the Statue of Liberty and Governors Island.

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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

Columbia St Waterfront District

No subway data available

Morris Heights

1

181 St (1) — 0.5 mi

191 St (1) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

Columbia St Waterfront District 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 Columbia St Waterfront District 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, Columbia St Waterfront District or Morris Heights?
Columbia St Waterfront District has access to 0 subway lines and Morris Heights has 1, making Morris Heights the stronger option for transit access. Columbia St Waterfront District has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Columbia St Waterfront District or Morris Heights?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Columbia St Waterfront District 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 Columbia St Waterfront District 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 Columbia St Waterfront District 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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