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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Ridgewood vs St. Albans

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

Queens|Queens

Ridgewood

Queens

St. Albans

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, St. Albans has the lower median sale price at $737K vs $1.3M in Ridgewood.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$737K
Median Rent
$3K
$2K
Active Listings
36
22
Avg Days on Market
86.5 days
68.5 days
YoY Price Change
+43.2%
+0.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
8
22

Detailed Comparison

MetricRidgewoodSt. Albans
Median Sale Price$1,325,000$737,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$3,385$2,050
Active Listings3622
Rental Inventory2068
Days on Market86.568.5
Price Cut Share19.4%9.1%
Monthly Sales Volume822
YoY Price Change+43.2%+0.3%
YoY Rent Change+5.8%-6.8%
YoY Inventory Change-5.3%-24.1%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Ridgewood moved +43.2% over the past year, compared to +0.3% in St. Albans. The +43.2% gain in Ridgewood reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

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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St. Albans

St. Albans is a residential Queens neighborhood of single-family homes, many in Tudor and Colonial styles, built primarily in the 1920s through 1940s on tree-lined streets with generous lots. The LIRR St. Albans station provides commuter rail service to Penn Station, and bus connections reach the E train at Jamaica Center. Roy Wilkins Recreation Center offers a public pool, ice rink, and sports facilities.

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Transit Access

Ridgewood

No subway data available

St. Albans

No subway data available

Active Listings

Ridgewood for sale

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St. Albans 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 Ridgewood cheaper than St. Albans?
St. Albans is more affordable, with a median sale price of $737,000 vs $1,325,000 in Ridgewood. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Ridgewood or St. Albans?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Ridgewood or St. Albans?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Ridgewood and St. Albans 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 Ridgewood or St. Albans?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Ridgewood and St. Albans 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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