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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Fordham vs Ridgewood

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

Bronx|Queens

Fordham

Bronx

Ridgewood

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Fordham has the lower median sale price at $662K vs $1.3M in Ridgewood.

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

Median Sale Price
$662K
$1.3M
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
19
36
Avg Days on Market
0 days
86.5 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
+43.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
6
8

Detailed Comparison

MetricFordhamRidgewood
Median Sale Price$662,107$1,325,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,014.5$3,385
Active Listings1936
Rental Inventory20206
Days on Market086.5
Price Cut Share15.8%19.4%
Monthly Sales Volume68
YoY Price Change0.0%+43.2%
YoY Rent Change+0.9%+5.8%
YoY Inventory Change+46.2%-5.3%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Fordham moved 0.0% 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

Fordham

Fordham centers on the Grand Concourse and Fordham Road, one of the Bronx's busiest commercial corridors, with six-story Art Deco apartment buildings, prewar walk-ups, and brick rowhomes lining the surrounding residential streets. The B and D trains at Fordham Road, the 4 train on the Jerome Avenue Line, and Metro-North at Fordham Station provide multiple transit options. The New York Botanical Garden's 250 acres and the Bronx Zoo border the neighborhood, and Fordham University's Gothic campus occupies the historic Rose Hill Manor at its center.

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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

Fordham

No subway data available

Ridgewood

No subway data available

Active Listings

Fordham 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 Fordham cheaper than Ridgewood?
Yes, Fordham has a lower median sale price at $662,107 compared to $1,325,000 in Ridgewood 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, Fordham or Ridgewood?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Fordham or Ridgewood?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Fordham 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 Fordham 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 Fordham 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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