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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Downtown vs Ridgewood

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

Manhattan|Queens

All Downtown

Manhattan

Ridgewood

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Ridgewood has the lower median sale price at $1.3M vs $1.5M in All Downtown.

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

Commuters have more transit options in All Downtown, which is served by 11 subway lines compared to 0 in Ridgewood.

Median Sale Price
$1.5M
$1.3M
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
2387
36
Avg Days on Market
67 days
86.5 days
YoY Price Change
+11.3%
+43.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
242
8

Detailed Comparison

MetricAll DowntownRidgewood
Median Sale Price$1,502,500$1,325,000
Median Condo Price$2,100,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$970,000N/A
Median Rent$5,495$3,385
Active Listings238736
Rental Inventory4719206
Days on Market6786.5
Price Cut Share11.5%19.4%
Monthly Sales Volume2428
YoY Price Change+11.3%+43.2%
YoY Rent Change+9.4%+5.8%
YoY Inventory Change+0.6%-5.3%
Subway Lines1 6 A C E J N Q R W ZN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in All Downtown moved +11.3% over the past year, compared to +43.2% in Ridgewood. The +43.2% gain in Ridgewood reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

All Downtown

Downtown Manhattan encompasses the neighborhoods south of 14th Street, from the glass towers of the Financial District to the cast-iron lofts of SoHo and the brownstone blocks of the West Village. The housing stock includes luxury new-construction condominiums, prewar co-ops, converted warehouse lofts, and historic townhouses. Multiple subway lines converge at Fulton Center and Union Square, and the PATH train connects to New Jersey.

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Ridgewood

Ridgewood features orderly blocks of brick and limestone rowhouses, prewar tenements with decorative cornices, and multi-family buildings constructed between 1905 and 1925, making it one of Queens' most architecturally consistent neighborhoods. The M train runs through the heart of the area with stops at Seneca Avenue, Forest Avenue, and Fresh Pond Road, while the L train connects at Myrtle-Wyckoff Avenues. Highland Park and Ridgewood Reservoir border the neighborhood to the south, and the Vander Ende-Onderdonk House, an 18th-century landmark, marks the historic Queens-Brooklyn boundary.

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Transit Access

All Downtown

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Canal St (1 6 A C E J N Q R W Z) — 0.1 mi

Spring St (6 C E) — 0.2 mi

Prince St (N R W) — 0.3 mi

Franklin St (1) — 0.3 mi

Bowery (J Z) — 0.5 mi

Ridgewood

No subway data available

Active Listings

All Downtown for sale

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Ridgewood 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 All Downtown cheaper than Ridgewood?
Ridgewood is more affordable, with a median sale price of $1,325,000 vs $1,502,500 in All Downtown. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, All Downtown or Ridgewood?
All Downtown has access to 11 subway lines and Ridgewood has 0, making All Downtown the stronger option for transit access. Ridgewood has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Downtown or Ridgewood?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Downtown and Ridgewood 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 All Downtown or Ridgewood?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both All Downtown and Ridgewood 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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