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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

New Hyde Park vs South Jamaica

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

Queens|Queens

New Hyde Park

Queens

South Jamaica

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, New Hyde Park has the lower median sale price at $499K vs $665K in South Jamaica.

Median Sale Price
$499K
$665K
Median Rent
$0
$3K
Active Listings
1
15
Avg Days on Market
0 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
-0.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
4
16

Detailed Comparison

MetricNew Hyde ParkSouth Jamaica
Median Sale Price$498,500$664,500
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$0$3,299
Active Listings115
Rental Inventory111
Days on Market00
Price Cut Share0.0%13.3%
Monthly Sales Volume416
YoY Price Change0.0%-0.8%
YoY Rent Change0.0%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change-50.0%-25.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in New Hyde Park moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to -0.8% in South Jamaica. Both markets have seen price softening, with South Jamaica declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

New Hyde Park

New Hyde Park is a residential Queens neighborhood on the Nassau County border, featuring single-family Colonial and Cape Cod homes with private driveways and landscaped yards. The LIRR New Hyde Park station on the Hempstead Branch provides commuter rail service to Penn Station. The neighborhood's low-rise residential character and proximity to Long Island make it one of the most suburban-feeling areas within New York City limits.

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South Jamaica

South Jamaica features brick rowhouses and new residential developments on tree-lined streets between the 100-acre Baisley Pond Park and Roy Wilkins Park. The Jamaica Center transit hub is one mile north, connecting the E, J, and Z subway lines, the LIRR, and the AirTrain to JFK Airport.

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Transit Access

New Hyde Park

No subway data available

South Jamaica

No subway data available

Active Listings

New Hyde Park for sale

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South Jamaica 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 New Hyde Park cheaper than South Jamaica?
Yes, New Hyde Park has a lower median sale price at $498,500 compared to $664,500 in South Jamaica 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, New Hyde Park or South Jamaica?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, New Hyde Park or South Jamaica?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. New Hyde Park and South Jamaica 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 New Hyde Park or South Jamaica?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both New Hyde Park and South Jamaica 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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