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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bensonhurst vs South Ozone Park

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

Brooklyn|Queens

Bensonhurst

Brooklyn

South Ozone Park

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, South Ozone Park has the lower median sale price at $689K vs $1.3M in Bensonhurst.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$689K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
71
10
Avg Days on Market
36 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+11.3%
-18.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
12
8

Detailed Comparison

MetricBensonhurstSouth Ozone Park
Median Sale Price$1,290,000$689,000
Median Condo Price$556,473.5N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,400$3,000
Active Listings7110
Rental Inventory352
Days on Market360
Price Cut Share12.7%14.3%
Monthly Sales Volume128
YoY Price Change+11.3%-18.9%
YoY Rent Change+2.1%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change-4.1%-9.1%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bensonhurst moved +11.3% over the past year, compared to -18.9% in South Ozone Park. Bensonhurst is seeing price appreciation while South Ozone Park has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Bensonhurst

Bensonhurst is a densely built Brooklyn neighborhood of six-story prewar apartment buildings, attached brick row houses, and two-family homes along wide commercial avenues. The D train runs along an elevated section of 86th Street, and the N train serves the Bath Beach border to the west. Bensonhurst Park and the Gravesend Bay waterfront provide green space along the southern edge.

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South Ozone Park

South Ozone Park is a residential Queens neighborhood of single-family detached and semi-attached homes, two-family houses, and low-rise apartment buildings between the Belt Parkway and the Van Wyck Expressway. The A train at Ozone Park-Lefferts Boulevard provides subway service, and the JFK AirTrain is accessible at Howard Beach station. The Aqueduct Racetrack and Resorts World Casino border the neighborhood.

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Transit Access

Bensonhurst

No subway data available

South Ozone Park

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bensonhurst for sale

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South Ozone Park 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 Bensonhurst cheaper than South Ozone Park?
South Ozone Park is more affordable, with a median sale price of $689,000 vs $1,290,000 in Bensonhurst. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Bensonhurst or South Ozone Park?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Bensonhurst or South Ozone Park?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bensonhurst and South Ozone Park 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 Bensonhurst or South Ozone Park?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Bensonhurst and South Ozone Park 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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