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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Kingsbridge vs South Jamaica

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

Bronx|Queens

Kingsbridge

Bronx

South Jamaica

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Kingsbridge has the lower median sale price at $340K vs $665K in South Jamaica.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Kingsbridge, which is served by 1 subway line compared to 0 in South Jamaica.

Median Sale Price
$340K
$665K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
24
15
Avg Days on Market
0 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+16.8%
-0.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
3
16

Detailed Comparison

MetricKingsbridgeSouth Jamaica
Median Sale Price$340,000$664,500
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op Price$251,111.5N/A
Median Rent$2,595$3,299
Active Listings2415
Rental Inventory3811
Days on Market00
Price Cut Share16.7%13.3%
Monthly Sales Volume316
YoY Price Change+16.8%-0.8%
YoY Rent Change+1.6%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change+33.3%-25.0%
Subway Lines1N/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Kingsbridge moved +16.8% over the past year, compared to -0.8% in South Jamaica. Kingsbridge is seeing price appreciation while South Jamaica has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge is a hilly Bronx neighborhood of prewar apartment buildings, Art Deco co-ops, and two-family homes along the ridge between Broadway and the Major Deegan Expressway. The 1 train at 231st Street and the Metro-North at Marble Hill provide transit to Manhattan. Van Cortlandt Park, the third-largest park in the city, borders the neighborhood to the north with hiking trails and sports facilities.

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South Jamaica

South Jamaica features brick rowhouses and new residential developments on tree-lined streets between the 100-acre Baisley Pond Park and Roy Wilkins Park. The Jamaica Center transit hub is one mile north, connecting the E, J, and Z subway lines, the LIRR, and the AirTrain to JFK Airport.

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Transit Access

Kingsbridge

1

215 St (1) — 0.7 mi

South Jamaica

No subway data available

Active Listings

Kingsbridge for sale

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South Jamaica 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 Kingsbridge cheaper than South Jamaica?
Yes, Kingsbridge has a lower median sale price at $340,000 compared to $664,500 in South Jamaica 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, Kingsbridge or South Jamaica?
Kingsbridge has access to 1 subway line and South Jamaica has 0, making Kingsbridge the stronger option for transit access. South Jamaica has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Kingsbridge or South Jamaica?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Kingsbridge and South Jamaica 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 Kingsbridge or South Jamaica?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Kingsbridge and South Jamaica 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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