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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Morris Heights vs Prospect Lefferts Gardens

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

Bronx|Brooklyn

Morris Heights

Bronx

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Brooklyn

How They Compare

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

Median Sale Price
$0
$1.2M
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
7
44
Avg Days on Market
0 days
32 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
+110.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
1
10

Detailed Comparison

MetricMorris HeightsProspect Lefferts Gardens
Median Sale Price$0$1,212,500
Median Condo PriceN/A$912,500
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,550$3,150
Active Listings744
Rental Inventory16165
Days on Market032
Price Cut Share0.0%4.5%
Monthly Sales Volume110
YoY Price Change0.0%+110.9%
YoY Rent Change+15.9%+6.1%
YoY Inventory Change+250.0%+18.9%
Subway Lines1N/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Morris Heights moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to +110.9% in Prospect Lefferts Gardens. The +110.9% gain in Prospect Lefferts Gardens reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

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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Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Prospect Lefferts Gardens borders the eastern edge of Prospect Park and sits adjacent to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Brooklyn Museum, with the Lefferts Manor Historic District preserving blocks of limestone, brownstone, and brick rowhouses in Renaissance Revival, Neo-Federal, and Tudor Revival styles. The B, Q, and S trains stop at Prospect Park station, the Q serves Parkside Avenue, and the 2 and 5 trains connect at Sterling and Winthrop Streets. Housing ranges from intact 19th- and early 20th-century rowhouses to prewar apartment buildings along the main corridors.

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Transit Access

Morris Heights

1

181 St (1) — 0.5 mi

191 St (1) — 0.5 mi

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No subway data available

Active Listings

Morris Heights for sale

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