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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Douglaston vs Prospect Lefferts Gardens

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

Queens|Brooklyn

Douglaston

Queens

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Prospect Lefferts Gardens has the lower median sale price at $1.2M vs $1.4M in Douglaston.

Median Sale Price
$1.4M
$1.2M
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
8
44
Avg Days on Market
0 days
32 days
YoY Price Change
+25.6%
+110.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
10

Detailed Comparison

MetricDouglastonProspect Lefferts Gardens
Median Sale Price$1,350,000$1,212,500
Median Condo PriceN/A$912,500
Median Co-op Price$212,500N/A
Median Rent$3,487.5$3,150
Active Listings844
Rental Inventory6165
Days on Market032
Price Cut Share16.7%4.5%
Monthly Sales Volume510
YoY Price Change+25.6%+110.9%
YoY Rent Change0.0%+6.1%
YoY Inventory Change0.0%+18.9%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Douglaston moved +25.6% 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

Douglaston

Douglaston is a landmarked Queens neighborhood of Tudor Revival, Colonial, and Victorian homes on large lots along Little Neck Bay. The Douglaston LIRR station provides direct commuter rail service to Penn Station in under 30 minutes. The Douglaston Historic District preserves the early 20th-century suburban character, and Alley Pond Park, one of the largest parks in Queens, borders the neighborhood.

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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

Douglaston

No subway data available

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No subway data available

Active Listings

Douglaston 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 Douglaston cheaper than Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
Prospect Lefferts Gardens is more affordable, with a median sale price of $1,212,500 vs $1,350,000 in Douglaston. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Douglaston or Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Douglaston or Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Douglaston 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 Douglaston 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 Douglaston 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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