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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Flatlands vs Pelham Gardens

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

Brooklyn|Bronx

Flatlands

Brooklyn

Pelham Gardens

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Flatlands has the lower median sale price at $425K vs $730K in Pelham Gardens.

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

Median Sale Price
$425K
$730K
Median Rent
$2K
$2K
Active Listings
41
1
Avg Days on Market
0 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-38.3%
+4.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
6
4

Detailed Comparison

MetricFlatlandsPelham Gardens
Median Sale Price$425,000$730,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,250$1,875
Active Listings411
Rental Inventory82
Days on Market00
Price Cut Share14.6%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume64
YoY Price Change-38.3%+4.3%
YoY Rent Change-2.2%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change+46.4%-80.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Flatlands moved -38.3% over the past year, compared to +4.3% in Pelham Gardens. Pelham Gardens is seeing price appreciation while Flatlands has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Flatlands

Flatlands is a southeastern Brooklyn neighborhood of single-family detached homes, two-family brick houses, and low-rise apartment buildings on a flat grid of residential streets. The B/Q trains at the Kings Highway and Avenue U stations serve the western portion, and local buses provide additional connections. Floyd Bennett Field, the city's first municipal airport and now a national recreation area, borders the southern edge.

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Pelham Gardens

Pelham Gardens is a residential Bronx neighborhood of well-maintained single-family homes, two-family brick houses, and low-rise apartment buildings between Pelham Parkway and the Hutchinson River Parkway. The 5 train at Eastchester-Dyre Avenue and bus connections to the 6 train at Pelham Bay Park provide transit options. The tree-lined streets and generous setbacks give the area a distinctly suburban character.

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Transit Access

Flatlands

No subway data available

Pelham Gardens

No subway data available

Active Listings

Flatlands for sale

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Pelham 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 Flatlands cheaper than Pelham Gardens?
Yes, Flatlands has a lower median sale price at $425,000 compared to $730,000 in Pelham Gardens 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, Flatlands or Pelham Gardens?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Flatlands or Pelham Gardens?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Flatlands and Pelham 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 Flatlands or Pelham 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 Flatlands and Pelham 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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