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NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Manhattan
Brooklyn
For buyers focused on affordability, Sheepshead Bay has the lower median sale price at $753K vs $1.1M in Manhattan.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Manhattan offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Manhattan, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 0 in Sheepshead Bay.
| Metric | Manhattan | Sheepshead Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $1,129,900 | $752,500 |
| Median Condo Price | $1,550,000 | $450,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | $865,000 | $245,000 |
| Median Rent | $4,750 | $2,999.5 |
| Active Listings | 7987 | 332 |
| Rental Inventory | 13608 | 86 |
| Days on Market | 64 | 90 |
| Price Cut Share | 11.7% | 10.2% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 758 | 48 |
| YoY Price Change | +2.7% | +13.2% |
| YoY Rent Change | +7.5% | +9.1% |
| YoY Inventory Change | -0.5% | +31.7% |
| Subway Lines | 1 2 3 B C | N/A |
Prices in Manhattan moved +2.7% over the past year, compared to +13.2% in Sheepshead Bay. The +13.2% gain in Sheepshead Bay reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.
Manhattan is the most densely built borough in New York City, stretching 13 miles from Battery Park to Inwood and encompassing over 70 distinct neighborhoods. The housing stock ranges from prewar co-ops on the Upper East Side to luxury glass-tower condominiums in Hudson Yards, from cast-iron loft conversions in SoHo to brownstone townhouses in Harlem. Fourteen subway lines, the PATH train, and multiple ferry routes provide extensive transit coverage.
View Full Market ReportSheepshead Bay is a scenic waterfront neighborhood in Southern Brooklyn, famous for its fishing fleet, piers, and seafood restaurants. The area offers a unique maritime atmosphere with a relaxed, residential vibe. The real estate market features a mix of traditional multi-family brick houses, spacious pre-war cooperatives, and a growing number of modern luxury condominiums that offer stunning views of the bay and easy access to the beaches of Coney Island and Manhattan Beach.
View Full Market Report81 St-Museum of Natural History (B C) — 0.1 mi
86 St (1 B C) — 0.2 mi
79 St (1) — 0.5 mi
72 St (1 2 3 B C) — 0.5 mi
96 St (1 2 3 B C) — 0.7 mi
No subway data available
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.
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