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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Fresh Meadows vs Norwood

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

Queens|Bronx

Fresh Meadows

Queens

Norwood

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Norwood has the lower median sale price at $520K vs $975K in Fresh Meadows.

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

Median Sale Price
$975K
$520K
Median Rent
$2K
$2K
Active Listings
2
11
Avg Days on Market
0 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricFresh MeadowsNorwood
Median Sale Price$974,500$520,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,490$2,095
Active Listings211
Rental Inventory4513
Days on Market00
Price Cut Share6.7%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume51
YoY Price Change0.0%0.0%
YoY Rent Change-4.2%-4.6%
YoY Inventory Change-50.0%+120.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Both Fresh Meadows and Norwood saw prices shift 0.0% over the past year. Comparable year-over-year movement suggests both markets are tracking similar citywide conditions.

Neighborhood Profiles

Fresh Meadows

Fresh Meadows is a planned residential Queens neighborhood originally developed in the late 1940s as garden-apartment complexes with landscaped grounds, along with Cape Cod and Colonial single-family homes on curved streets. The Q65 and Q17 buses connect to the Flushing 7 train, and the QM1 express bus runs to Midtown Manhattan. Cunningham Park, a 358-acre green space with hiking trails and sports fields, borders the east side.

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Norwood

Norwood features a dense residential grid of five- and six-story prewar apartment buildings in Art Deco, Tudor Revival, and neo-Renaissance styles, alongside brick rowhomes and tree-lined side streets in the north-central Bronx. The D train at Norwood-205th Street and the 4 train at Mosholu Parkway provide express service to Manhattan. The neighborhood is framed by Van Cortlandt Park to the north, the New York Botanical Garden to the east, and the landscaped Mosholu Parkway connecting them.

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Transit Access

Fresh Meadows

No subway data available

Norwood

No subway data available

Active Listings

Fresh Meadows for sale

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Norwood 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 Fresh Meadows cheaper than Norwood?
Norwood is more affordable, with a median sale price of $520,000 vs $974,500 in Fresh Meadows. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Fresh Meadows or Norwood?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Fresh Meadows or Norwood?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Fresh Meadows and Norwood 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 Fresh Meadows or Norwood?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Fresh Meadows and Norwood 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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