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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Longwood vs Ridgewood

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

Bronx|Queens

Longwood

Bronx

Ridgewood

Queens

Median Sale Price
$0
$1.3M
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
1
36
Avg Days on Market
0 days
86.5 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
+43.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
3
8

Detailed Comparison

MetricLongwoodRidgewood
Median Sale Price$0$1,325,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,000$3,385
Active Listings136
Rental Inventory1206
Days on Market086.5
Price Cut Share0.0%19.4%
Monthly Sales Volume38
YoY Price Change0.0%+43.2%
YoY Rent Change+28.0%+5.8%
YoY Inventory Change-80.0%-5.3%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Longwood 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

Longwood

Longwood's Landmarks-designated Historic District preserves neo-Renaissance and Romanesque Revival rowhouses along Beck Street, Kelly Street, and East 156th Street, built between 1895 and 1910 by architect Warren C. Dickerson. The 2, 5, and 6 trains provide subway access along Southern Boulevard and nearby stations, with St. Mary's Park anchoring the neighborhood's southern edge.

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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

Longwood

No subway data available

Ridgewood

No subway data available

Active Listings

Longwood 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 Longwood cheaper than Ridgewood?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Longwood or Ridgewood?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Longwood or Ridgewood?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Longwood 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 Longwood 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 Longwood 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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